Saturday May 16th, 11am – 2pm, San Jacinto Plaza, Rockwall
ROCKWALL, TX (April 24, 2026) What would the early settlers of Rockwall County have grown in the 1850s? Simple, practical vegetables that fed families and stored well, along with Texas native flowers, herbs and more.
Learn how to plan your own square foot garden, then visit our Seed Bar to create a custom collection of heirloom and Texas-tough veggies, herbs, and fruits—perfect for starting your own modern-day Frontier Garden.
Get creative with dried herb sachets, while kids dive into nature-inspired activities like bracelet making, leaf rubbings, and a scratch-and-sniff herb challenge! Along the way, explore the plants that shaped early kitchens and homesteads—from frontier pantry staples and kitchen garden favorites to medicinal herbs, seasonings, and native blooms used for beauty.
With over 25 varieties of seeds to choose from—including heirloom favorites like Long Island Cheese pumpkins, Dragon Tongue beans, French Breakfast radishes, and butternut squash—you’ll leave inspired, informed, and ready to grow. Plus, take home a helpful planting and harvest guide along with tips for designing your own square foot garden.
Submitted by Linda Gates, Rockwall County Master Gardeners Communications.
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