Butler County - Alabama Extension

06/04/2026

Alabama Extension Master Gardener interns integrate online and face-to-face learning activities to reinforce learning. Face-to-face sessions for the 2026 fall course will be hosted in the following counties: Autauga, Chilton, Coffee, Conecuh, Cullman, Dale, DeKalb, Fayette, Limestone, Mobile, Pike, Randolph, Shelby and St. Clair. Butler County residents can participate in the Conecuh County course.

Gardeners can grow through the Alabama Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program. Apply now for the Master Gardener fall course.

06/04/2026

Torpedograss is an invasive w**d is causing big problems across Alabama's lakes, marshes, and landscapes.

Known for spreading quickly through underground roots and plant fragments, torpedograss can take over before you realize it's there. Early detection can make a big difference.

Alabama Extension experts explain how to identify this aggressive invader and share recommendations for managing it before it spreads even farther.

Learn what to look for and to manage this quickly spreading w**d. https://www.aces.edu/go/6419

06/02/2026

Looking to learn something new close to home?

Alabama Extension offers workshops, programs and events in communities across the state covering topics like gardening, agriculture, nutrition, youth development, business, and more. Many programs are free or low-cost, making it easy to connect, learn new skills and stay involved in your local community.

See what’s happening in your county by visiting the Alabama Extension events calendar.

https://www.aces.edu/go/5949

05/29/2026

🍅 Tomato Garden to Pantry Workshop 🍅
Join us for a fun and informative hands-on class all about turning fresh tomatoes into delicious, shelf-stable products!
📅 June 18, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍Greenville High School 100 Tiger Dr. Greenville, AL 36037
During this workshop, you will learn:
✅ Pressure canning basics
✅ Safe food preservation techniques
✅ Tips and resources for growing tomatoes
✅ Practical, hands-on canning experience
✨ Plus, participants will take home their own canned tomato products!
💲 Cost: $15 per class
Spots are limited, so be sure to register early! We look forward to seeing you there and helping you take your garden harvest from vine to pantry. 🌿🥫

Click to register: https://au-academics.my.salesforce-sites.com/pmtx/evt__conf_detail?id=a1RUg000001lLlBMAU

05/29/2026

Pollinator of the Month - Butterflies & Moths

Fun fact -Butterflies use their long, straw-like tongue to drink nectar from deep within flowers.

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is coming up August 21 and 22.

Learn more about wasps and the Great Southeast Pollinator Census: https://www.aces.edu/go/6393.

05/27/2026

May's Pollinator Plant of the Month is the Eastern Columbine. Bursting into the season, this plant provides nectar, red and yellow blooms, and attractive foliage, while thriving in sun or shade.

In addition to feeding bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, this is an important host plant for caterpillars as well.

Find out more about this pollinator plant and others on our website. https://www.aces.edu/go/6192

05/26/2026

Don't miss Butler County Extension Master Gardeners Association Lunch and Learn today!🦋

🌸🍄 Lunch & Learn 2026 is Here! 🌿🦋

The Butler County Extension Master Gardeners Association is excited to announce our 2026 Lunch & Learn series — and you’re invited!

🗓 4th Tuesday of every month
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Greenville Chamber of Commerce
1 Depot Square, Greenville, AL
🥪 Bring a sack lunch & drink
🌼 FREE & open to the public!

From mushrooms to medicinal herbs, butterfly gardens to camellias, native plants to seed swaps — we have an incredible lineup of speakers ready to help you connect with nature right at your doorstep.

✨ Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just getting started, there’s something for everyone!

📞 For more information, call the Butler County Extension Office at (334) 382-5111.

Tag a friend who loves gardening and make plans to join us in 2026! 🌱💚

Butler County - Alabama Extension