Hands-on classes, expert guidance, and practical resources available countywide
Hillsborough County, Fla. (January 28, 2026) - February is packed with opportunities for Hillsborough County residents to dig into gardening, build practical life skills, and take charge of their finances through Hillsborough County Extension Service's lineup of free and low-cost classes and workshops.
From hands-on vegetable gardening and sustainable landscaping to food safety certification and free financial education, Extension experts are offering programs designed to make everyday life easier, more affordable, and more sustainable. Many events are family-friendly, beginner-friendly, and open to residents across the county, with options available both in person and online.
The programs listed below highlight just a portion of what Hillsborough County Extension Service offers throughout the month. Space is limited for some classes, and advance registration is required for most events. For more information about the program offerings, visit the Extension Services Calendar of Events.
Gardening and Landscaping
- Plant Your Plate: Greens Series, in-person Feb. 3, 4 & 5 and Feb. 10, 11 & 12
- Tree & Landscape Short Course, in-person Feb. 5
- Composting Workshop, in-person Feb. 7
- Composting Workshop, virtual Feb. 11
- Spring Vegetable Gardening, in-person Feb. 12
- FFL HC Webinar Series: Intro to the Nine Principles, virtual Feb. 19
- Container Gardening for Every Space, virtual Feb. 26
Water Conservation and Sustainable Living
- Microirrigation Workshop, in-person Feb. 7
- Rainwater Harvesting Workshop, in-person Feb. 7
- Vegetable Microirrigation, virtual Feb. 12
Nutrition, Food Safety and Food Preservation
- Water Bath Canning 101: Jams & Jellies, in-person Feb. 7
- ServSafe Manager's Class & Exam, in-person Feb. 9
Youth Agriculture and Education
- Hillsborough County 2026 Youth Vegetable & Fruit Show, register by Feb. 4
Financial Education and Tax Preparation
- Free Tax Preparation Resources, virtual Feb. 3
- Your Tax Return as a Financial Planning Tool, virtual Feb. 18
- Financial Building Blocks, virtual and self-paced throughout February
- 1-on-1 Financial Education, in-person and virtual throughout February