Medicinal Herb Gardening Workshop with Shaman Jesus and Austin Davenport
Hosted by Austin Public Library
Dig into the ancient wisdom and modern practice of medicinal herb gardening at the Austin Public Library! Join Cultivation Coach Austin Davenport and Shaman Jesus Garcia for a hands-on, adult-only workshop exploring how to grow and use medicinal herbs.
Austin Davenport will guide you through the essentials of planning, planting, and nurturing a thriving herb garden, while Shaman Jesus Garcia will share the traditional properties and practical applications of native medicinal plants—connecting gardening to wellness, culture, and care for the land.
Bonus for early birds: The first 40 attendees will receive a free 4-inch herb seedling, so you can head home ready to plant and immediately put your new knowledge into practice.
Come grow something healing, meaningful, and rooted in tradition—no green thumb required!
Jesus Garcia is a Traditional Mexican Herbalist , Central Texas Gardener and Mycologist, Community Educator and Holistic Wellness Practitioner and Founder of the HerbalActionProject a children’s herbalism initiative and schoolhouse. HerbalActionProject.com
In the heart of Central Texas, Austin Davenport emerges as a dedicated advocate for sustainable living and local nutritional access. Hosting a multitude of workshops and hands-on garden coaching sessions each month, Austin endeavors to equip individuals with the skills to cultivate their own food amidst the challenges of climate change. Within the Central Texas Mycological Society, Austin assumes a leadership role, guiding others in the art of cultivation education. As a pivotal figure within the Central Texas Young Farmers Coalition, Austin coordinates events and fosters dialogue on agricultural practices.
