May 20 Invasive Plant of the Month: Fountain Grass - Why is it such a menace? 5 – 5:45 p.m., May 20, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Learn why fountain grass is invasive, how it spreads, and better plant alternatives for a healthier desert landscape.
May 21 Image Garden Discovery Days - Sahuarita Food Bank 9 – 10 a.m., Today Pima County Located at the Pima County Cooperative Extension Green Valley Office
May 21 Image DIG ONLINE: Butterflies, Birds, & Bees Oh My!! 6:15 – 8:15 p.m., Today Maricopa County ONLINE Desert Institute of Gardening Registration $20 non-refundable. Zoom link and materials (if any) will be emailed the day prior to the event. Registration closes 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Speaker: Alice Garcia Imagine stepping into your yard and being surrounded by butterflies, birds and bees. We will explore how to attract these and other pollinators to your garden by providing essential food, shelter, and water while creating a thriving, eco-friendly garden.
May 22 In-Person Food Protection Manager Certification Training 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., May 22, 2026 Mohave County Kingman
May 22 Image Cover Crops and the Importance of Living Soils 8 – 10 a.m., May 22, 2026 Maricopa County This free workshop is open to anyone interested in building healthier soil and learning how to use cover crops in our desert environment. Whether you’re an apartment resident with limited growing space, a backyard gardener, or a farmer, all experience levels are welcome.
May 22 Image GOWA 10 – 11 a.m., May 22, 2026 Gila County San Carlos Apache Tribe Gowa — meaning “home” in Apache — is an early literacy program. This innovative initiative helps young children build strong foundations in reading, speaking, and listening while celebrating the knowledge and values of their community.
May 22 Heatproofing Your Garden 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., May 22, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Beat desert heat: protect vulnerable plants and discover resilient varieties that thrive in tough summer conditions.
May 22 Identifying and Solving Garden Problems Noon – 1:30 p.m., May 22, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Learn to diagnose plant problems — pests, diseases, or plant-care issues — and apply proven, research-based solutions.
