Gardening workshops, environmental education, and financial resources help residents grow skills and save money
Hillsborough County, Fla. (March 31, 2026) - Hillsborough County residents can explore gardening, strengthen financial wellness, and learn sustainable living practices this April through Hillsborough County Extension Service's lineup of educational classes and workshops offered both in person and online.
From hands-on gardening instruction and water conservation techniques to financial education and agricultural career exploration, Extension experts continue to provide research-based programs designed to help residents save money, live healthier lives, and care for Florida's natural environment. Many programs are beginner-friendly and open to residents across the county.
The programs listed below highlight just a portion of Extension Service offerings available throughout April. Advance registration is required for most classes. For more information, call (813) 744-5519 or visit the Extension Service's Calendar of Events.
Gardening and Landscaping
- Plant Your Plate: Tomatoes Gardening Series, in-person throughout April
- Composting Workshop, in-person April 4
- Composting Workshop, virtual April 8
- Soil Building Workshop, in-person April 9
- Attracting Birds to Your Yard, in-person April 14
Water Conservation and Sustainable Living
- Microirrigation Workshop, in-person April 4
- Rainwater Harvesting Workshop, in-person April 4
- Microirrigation Workshop, virtual April 9
- Florida-Friendly Landscaping Webinar: Water Efficiently, virtual April 16
Agriculture and Environmental Education
- 11th Annual Military Agriculture Tour, in-person April 3
- Hillsborough County Youth Vegetable and Fruit Show Registration, in-person April 15
- Florida Mangroves: Ecology, Protection, and Maintenance, in-person April 23
Financial Education and Tax Preparation
- Free Tax Preparation Software and Education, virtual throughout April
- One-on-One Financial Education Appointments, available throughout April
- Financial Building Blocks Online Course, self-paced throughout April
Professional Development and Industry Training
- GIBMP Certification for Fertilizer License (Professional Horticulture Program), in-person April 2
- Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance Exam Review, in-person April 7
- Agriculture Pesticide Exam Preparation Course, April 7
- CEUs2U (Professional Horticulture Program) Webinar, virtual April 9
- Free Tax Preparation Resources, virtual Feb. 3