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Soil for Gardening in the Desert and Ask a Master Gardener

Maricopa Master Gardener

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Pinal County Master Gardeners

When

Jan. 18, 2025, 9 – 11 a.m.

Where

Maricopa Agricultural Center

Soil supports all the plants and is where seedlings take root. What is the ideal composition of soil for gardening in the low desert? What is native soil high in? And many more questions. Stay after the talk to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.

Pinal County
Maricopa Ag Center Master Gardeners
Home Gardening & Landscaping

Contacts

Maricopa Master Gardeners
macmastergardener@gmail.com
520-374-6263

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