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Friday, February 10, 2023 - 5:30 pm Arizona    Weeds: The Edible, The Noxious & The Obnoxious

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What is a weed? What we identify as a weed is in the eye of the beholder unless it is an invasive plant. How to identify? In this talk we will focus on the most common weeds found in Tucson, how to identify them and how to control them organically. I’ll also provide information on some invasive species, including the newly arrived stinknet.
Presented by Deb North
Level: Beginners to Intermediate

Short Take:  What to Do in The Garden This Month

When: Monday, February 13, 2023, at 4:00 pm Arizona

Presented by Terri Wyatt

Short Takes are 15-30 minute classes, focused on a single idea. No long slide show: just straightforward, common-sense information that will help you increase your gardening success. This Short Take focuses on the recommended tasks for the garden in late February and March.

Level: Beginners to Intermediate

This class will be live on zoom. You will need a computer or smart device to attend. You do not need to have an account with zoom. You must register in advance for this meeting using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwuf-qtqj8rHt0G158YAZnPDSUwMivyTWV-

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Saving Your Own Seeds

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 12:30pm Arizona

Presented by Toni Moore

Growing plants from seeds is one of the most economical ways to expand your garden.  But which seeds are easiest to save, and how do you know which ones will produce the right results? This class focuses mainly on saving seeds from wildflowers, other native plants, and common vegetable garden plants.

Level: beginners to advanced

This class will be live on zoom. You will need a computer or smart device to attend. You do not need to have an account with zoom. You must register in advance for this meeting using this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkcOqsqT8uGtWMM9DXRnbBFLlOPwUrQEZE

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Prepping Citrus for Their New Year

When: Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at 5:30pm Arizona

Presented by Deb North

Get your citrus ready for their new growing year! Join us to discuss what you can do to ensure that your Citrus trees are in optimal growing condition. This will be a beginner’s level class that even those with long experience growing citrus will enjoy. Meeting time should be about 60 minutes + question time

Level: Beginners to Advanced

This class will be live on zoom. You will need a computer or smart device to attend. You do not need to have an account with zoom. You must register in advance for this meeting using this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pd-GprDoqGNCyXJH7q9eWQoGa3Xd9xYel

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Growing Corn in Your Home Garden

When: Thursday, February 23, 2023, at 4:30pm Arizona

Presented by Toni Moore

Nothing compares to the taste of fresh sweet corn straight from your garden. Yes, sweet corn (and other types as well) can be grown here in the desert. We'll learn when to plant, what varieties to use, how to nurture the plants as they grow, and when to harvest. Join us to learn how to guarantee success with corn in your home garden. Meeting time should be about 60 minutes + question time

Level: Beginners

This class will be live on zoom. You will need a computer or smart device to attend. You do not need to have an account with zoom. You must register in advance for this meeting using this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIscu-vqjoiG9yq_p0jEdqD3d_5qqGo0ERR

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Short Take: Passive Rainwater Harvesting

When: Monday, February 27, 2023, at 4:00pm Arizona

Presented by Marlene Shamis

Short Takes are 15-30 minute classes, focused on a single idea. No long slide show: just straightforward, common-sense information that will help you increase your gardening success.

Description: Passive Rainwater Harvesting is an excellent, low-cost method for better utilizing rainfall and reducing stormwater runoff. This Short Take is a brief introduction to passive rainwater harvesting.

Level: Beginner to advanced

This class will be live on zoom. You will need a computer or smart device to attend. You do not need to have an account with zoom. You must register in advance for this meeting using this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkf-uvrzkoE9Ttr6u7YNktDydeShUv_-i0

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.