Publications

A terrarium (plural: terraria or terrariums) is an enclosed or mostly-enclosed growing environment for plants. A terrarium encloses an environment with high humidity and moist soil. Terraria are useful in Arizona’s arid environment where the air is dry indoors and outdoors.

Las pelotas de semillas (también conocidas como bolas de semillas o bombas de semillas) son estructuras típicamente hechas de arcilla, abono, agua y semillas (pero pueden incluir gran variedad de ingredientes como tierra, polvo de rocas, arena para gatos, granos de café, pimienta de cayena, arena

Animal manures are an excellent source of nitrogen and phosphorus, and can be used to replace manufactured fertilizers in organic agricultural production. Manure has been used to supply plant nutrients and organic matter to the soil and as a method of animal waste disposal for centuries.

Almost any indoor environment is more pleasant and attractive when living plants are a part of the setting. Real enjoyment and consistent success with indoor plants depends on selecting the right plant for a given environmental situation.

originally authored by Charles Sacamano, Extension Horticulture Specialist, and Douglas A. Bailey, Assistant Professor, Plant Sciences

The following are guidelines for the safe handling of foods grown in school gardens for use in the school cafeteria. Following these guidelines will help reduce contamination from pathogens and maintain a safe environment for children, volunteers, and teachers who work in the garden.

Strawberries are easy to grow. They provide the first fruit of the season, and are quick to bear. When harvested fully ripe in the home garden they have excellent flavor. In stores they can be expensive and are often harvested prior to being fully ripe. Various types of strawberries are available.

Usted no necesita acceso a un terreno para crear un jardín. Si se cumplen ciertas condiciones, usted puede cultivar plantas en contenedores o macetas en espacios muy pequeños.   

This publication covers the basics of container gardening in the hot, dry desert. Selecting an appropriate container, planting medium, and plant types for production are discussed.

Ten carefully taken steps will produce many enjoyable moments and an abundant harvest of fresh vegetables during much of the year. The ten steps are: 1) Select a good location. 2) Plan your garden layout. 3) Grow recommended varieties. 4) Obtain good seed, plants, equipment and supplies.

Revised 02/2015. Originally published 09/2007.

This is an overview of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and how to use it in a home garden.

The Bagrada bug (Bagrada hilaris), an invasive pest of crucifers previously found in Africa, Asia, and Europe is now present in southern California and Arizona. It is a major pest of Brassicaceae crops and has been found on other plants as well.

There are two distinct growing seasons in Yuma. The first, extending from September through February, when the sun is low and the days are short, is ideal for growing cool season crops.

Biochar is actually just charcoal or black carbon, made from the incomplete combustion of wood or other biomass products.

A description of aphids, the damage they cause, their lifecycle, and management recommendations.

This paper discusses dry bulb onion water use in Central Arizona. Graphs are shown illustrating the relationship between crop water use and Heat Units After Planting (HUAP) and calender days after planting.

Revised 10/2014. Originally published 01/2009.

Shrubs can greatly enhance the landscaping of your home year round. Different types of shrubs, their landscape usage, selection and cultural requirements are discussed here in detail.

Revised 3/2013. Originally published: 1/2003.