Gardening Essentials: Texas Invasive Species Institute workshop

<p>Gardening Essentials: Invasive Species Workshop taught by Ashley Morgan-Olvera, Texas Invasive Species Institute Director of Research & Education with office now at Sam Houston State Univeristy</p> <p>Monday, February 16, 2026<br />12 noon to 3:00 p.m.<br />San Antonio Garden Center<br />3310 N New Braunfels Avenue<br />San Antonio, Texas</p> <p>Gardening Essentials: Invasive Species Workshop taught by Ashley Morgan-Olvera, Texas Invasive Species Institute Director of Research & Education with office now at Sam Houston State Univeristy</p> <p>Session 1: Defining Invasives & Identification</p> <p>Section 2: Management/Removal & Reporting of dangerous Invasive species</p> <p>Invasive species are defined in Texas as exotic plants that have been proven through scientific research to cause financially catastrophic detriment. Some alter ecosystems; clog waterways because of their high need for water; chemically alter agricultural fields; or poison wildlife, pets and even human children.<br />Learn what you can do to protect your landscape and community.</p>