Sep 28 Short Take: What to Do in the Garden in October 5 – 5:30 p.m., Sept. 28, 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.
Sep 29 The Secret Life of Plants – A Three-Part Series Session 3: "Plant Lifecycles and Living Partnerships" 5 – 6:30 p.m., Sept. 29, 2026 Pima County Join Pima County Master Gardeners online. In the 3rd of this 3-part series, discover how plants evolved, reproduce, and sustain life . We'll explore life cycles and key partnerships that help plants thrive.
Oct 01 10 Steps to Healthier, More Productive Citrus Trees 5 – 6:30 p.m., Oct. 1, 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 02 El primer viernes de cada mes: Los mejores árboles para Tucson 6:30 – 8 p.m., Oct. 2, 2026 Pima County Únete a nosotros en línea. El mejor árbol es el que se adapta a tus necesidades. Aprende aquí cómo elegir, plantar y cuidar árboles, y conoce algunas joyas poco conocidas que se adaptan muy bien al desierto.
Oct 05 NEW! Short Take: Highlighting Native Plants: Desert Milkweed (Asclepias subulata), Pineleaf Milkweed (Asclepias linaria), and Arizona Milkweed,(Asclepias angustifolia) Noon – 12:30 p.m., Oct. 5, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Explore three local milkweeds and learn how to grow them to support queen and monarch butterfly populations while adding resilient, water-wise beauty to Tucson gardens.
Oct 07 Introduction to Plant ID 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Oct. 7, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Build your plant ID skills! Learn naming, terminology, plant traits, and resources to confidently begin identifying plants on your own.
Oct 08 Get Ready for Spring Wildflowers 5 – 6:30 p.m., Oct. 8, 2026 Pima County Join us Online. Sow native seeds for vibrant spring blooms! Learn when & how to plant wildflowers to support pollinators and beautify your desert garden.
Oct 09 Container Gardening in the Desert 1:30 – 3 p.m., Oct. 9, 2026 Pima County Join us at the library. Learn raised bed and container gardening basics—save water, deter critters, reduce strain, and grow edibles and flowers successfully.
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 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.
