Jul 29 Diagnosing Leaf Problems: Damaged Leaves 3 – 4:30 p.m., July 29, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Not all leaf damage is caused by insects. Learn to recognize the signs of pests, animals, weather, and other causes of damaged leaves.
Jul 31 Qué hacer en el jardín este mes 5:30 – 6 p.m., July 31, 2026 Pima County Únete a nosotros en línea. Guía mensual con tareas clave para el jardín en el Desierto de Sonora, ayudando a decidir qué hacer y cuándo.
Aug 03 Short Take: What to Do in the Garden This Month 5 – 5:30 p.m., Aug. 3, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Monthly garden tips tailored to the Sonoran Desert, highlighting timely tasks and best practices to keep you on track without overwhelm.
Aug 04 NEW! Short Take: Highlighting Native Plants: Fairy Duster, Calliandra eriophylla 5 – 5:30 p.m., Aug. 4, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Discover Fairy Duster, a colorful Sonoran Desert native. Learn how this drought-tolerant shrub attracts hummingbirds and thrives in wildlife-friendly gardens.
Aug 05 Cactus & Succulents 3 – 4:30 p.m., Aug. 5, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Discover why cacti and succulents thrive in our desert climate and learn practical tips for choosing, planting, and caring for them.
Aug 07 El primer viernes de cada mes: Insectos Beneficiosos 5 – 6:30 p.m., Aug. 7, 2026 Pima County Únete a nosotros en línea. Descubre e identifica insectos benéficos de Tucson y cómo atraerlos para un manejo integrado de plagas.
Aug 13 Lovely Legumes 4:30 – 6 p.m., Aug. 13, 2026 Pima County Join us online. Discover the power of legumes! Learn how they fix nitrogen, enrich soil, protect crops, and produce food—making them an essential addition to any garden.
Aug 17 NEW! Short Take: Highlighting Native Plants: Saltbushes, Atriplex spp. 5 – 5:30 p.m., Aug. 17, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Meet Sonoran Desert saltbushes—hardy native shrubs that thrive in heat, drought, and salty soils while providing beauty, habitat, and easy care.
Aug 19 Agave & Yuccas 3 – 4:30 p.m., Aug. 19, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Explore agaves and yuccas—their history, structure, uses, and landscape value. Learn why these low-water succulents are ideal for desert gardens.
Aug 24 Short Take: Composting in the Sonoran Desert – A Quick Guide to Success 5 – 5:30 p.m., Aug. 24, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Composting in the desert is easier than you think! Learn simple strategies to keep piles active, avoid common problems, and turn scraps into garden gold.