Oct 09 Growing Herbs in the Sonoran Desert 2 – 3:30 p.m., Oct. 9, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Herb gardening in Tucson is easy & rewarding! Learn the best herbs, planting times & container tips for year-round growing success.
Oct 10 Image Desert Tortoise in Desert Landscape Planning & Planting a Desert Tortoise Habitat 8 – 10 a.m., Oct. 10, 2026 Pima County
Oct 10 Glorious Winter Gardens 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Oct. 10, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Protect your garden from chilly desert nights! Learn cold-proofing tips, tough plants, and easy ideas for winter beauty and color.
Oct 12 NEW! Short Take: Highlighting Native Plants: Quail Bush, Atriplex lentiformis 5 – 5:30 p.m., Oct. 12, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Discover quail bush, Atriplex lentiformis, a resilient desert native. Learn how it supports wildlife and brings beauty and ecological value to arid gardens.
Oct 13 Passive Rainwater Harvesting 1:30 – 3 p.m., Oct. 13, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Passive Rainwater Harvesting captures runoff, to water plants and recharge groundwater—easy, low-cost, and great for your garden!
Oct 14 Pruning Part 1: Basics & Shrubs 4 – 5:30 p.m., Oct. 14, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Learn pruning basics for woody shrubs—tools, timing, and techniques like rejuvenation, heading, and size reduction.
Oct 17 10 Steps to Healthier, More Productive Citrus Trees 1:30 – 3 p.m., Oct. 17, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Learn 10 key steps for healthy, productive citrus trees - practical tips for beginners and anyone facing citrus-growing challenges.
Oct 17 Planting Spring Wildflowers 2 – 3:30 p.m., Oct. 17, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Sow native seeds for vibrant spring blooms! Learn when & how to plant wildflowers to support pollinators and beautify your desert garden.
Oct 19 Planting Spring Wildflowers 2 – 3:30 p.m., Oct. 19, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Sow native seeds for vibrant spring blooms! Learn when & how to plant wildflowers to support pollinators and beautify your desert garden.
Oct 19 Short Take: Fall Plant Sale Preview 5 – 5:30 p.m., Oct. 19, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Get a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming plant sale, preview great plants for your garden, and learn what makes our community plant sales a success!
