Maricopa Master Gardener Events
2024 Events
April 13 from 10-11 am
Maricopa Public Library
Cactus Gardening with the Garden Gurus
Learn about selecting a type of cactus, care of these unique plants and other considerations when handling cacti with the Garden Gurus.
18160 N Maya Angelou Dr, Maricopa, AZ 85138
April 20 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Water Harvesting for the Desert and ask a Master Gardener
Plants require water to grow. Come and learn the basics of water harvesting and how to save this valuable resource in the desert for use in your gardens. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
May 18 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Preparing the Garden for the Heat and ask a Master Gardener
Desert gardening can be challenging in the summer. One key factor to success is planning and protecting your plants from the heat. Protecting your plants from the harsh desert summers does not have to be difficult with a bit of strategic planning. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
June 15 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Growing Bananas and ask a Master Gardener
Fresh bananas just out your back door is possible here in Arizona. Come to learn the varieties of bananas that thrive here in the desert and the specific needs of banana trees grown in the desert soils and heat. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
July 20 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Growing Beautiful Rose Blooms in the Desert and ask a Master Gardener
Red, white and yellow roses are not just for English gardens. Learn about growing beautiful roses in the desert, everything from what type of soil do roses prefer, full sun versus partial shade, how to protect roses from the heat and everything in between. Learn the answer to the question as to whether there are better varieties suited for the desert and when to plant. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
August 17 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Bulbs Galore! and ask a Master Gardener
Flowering bulbs are not just for the northern states. Come and learn what flowering bulbs are well suited for the desert climate, when to plant the bulbs and where to plant to ensure success of the flowers as the heat of summer starts. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
September 21 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Tropical Plant Oasis and ask a Master Gardener
The desert has the heat needed for growing tropical plants- come and learn how to design your area to ensure success of these unique plants. Tropical trees, fruits, herbs and flowers can be grown in the desert, come and learn which varieties do best and what special consideration are needed for tropical plants in the desert. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
October 19 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Irrigation in Action and ask a Master Gardener
Back by popular demand! Gardening success in the desert requires water but do you know the best way to set up your watering system? Come and learn tricks and tips for irrigation systems to ensure your plants not only survive but thrive in the desert without breaking the bank. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
November 16 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Growing Grapes and ask a Master Gardener
Grape vines thrive in the desert climate, growing and producing fruit in abundance. Come learn how to grow your own grapes here in the desert, what you need and the best tricks for success here in the desert. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138
December 21 from 9-11 am
MAC Multipurpose Room
Stone fruit production and planting and ask a Master Gardener
Backyard orchard quality peaches, plums, apricots, and nectarines in our desert climate are possible. Come learn how to pick the best trees, what types of stone fruit grow in the desert and how to care for these trees for maximum fruit for enjoyment. Stay after to have your questions answered by MAC Master Gardeners.
37860 W Smith Enke Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138