@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Shade is a welcome presence in desert gardens when incorporated correctly with the ‘right’ shade-loving plants. In this class, Noelle ‘AZ Plant Lady’ shows you how to create a beautiful, shady outdoor space, filled with attractive plants that thrive in shade and heat. You’ll enjoy more time outdoors Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member The migration of birds is truly one of the awe-inspiring phenomena in Nature. This class explores the majesty of bird migration, including the types of migration, the genetic influences that control migration, the physiological underpinnings that allow birds to accomplish migratory flights, how birds navigate, and more. Read more...
@ Register Here $36 Non-Member / $29 Member Join our virtual session and master the art of crafting stunning succulent pot gardens for arid climates. In just 90 minutes, Marylee Pangman, our Desert Potted Garden Expert reveals her top succulents for pots, guiding you through planting and care techniques. Uncover the secrets to infusing your Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Materials not included in the price of the class. See list of materials needed below description. This class is a great introduction to mixed media, watercolor and ink. We will explore cacti as our subject but with a playful, whimsical, and creative approach. In the first 20 Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Materials not included in the price of the class. See list of materials needed below description. This class is a great introduction to watercolor techniques for botanical art. We will explore part of three of The Three Sister’s Summer series, Gem Glass Corn.. In the first 20 Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Do you think that desert gardens are colorless and blah? Or, are you feeling overwhelmed at how different it is to garden in the desert? Before you throw in the towel and plant only cacti and rocks, take this opportunity to learn how to create, grow and Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Monsoon season is the best time of year to discuss frogs and toads, the most diverse group of amphibians on planet Earth. These animals are easy to recognize, but separating the two groups is a bit harder than is often assumed. As with birds, frogs and toads Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Materials not included in the price of the class. See list of materials needed below description. Desert wildflowers are the perfect subject for watercolor. With colorful, highly pigmented petals, they lend themselves to the most interesting compositions. We will explore watercolor techniques like wet-on-wet, dry brush and Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Join the Garden as we celebrate the 12th annual National Moth Week, exploring the incredible diversity, intriguing biology, and importance of moths. About 10 times more diverse that their butterfly cousins, moths are often dismissed as drab nocturnal pests. That is wrong! While some species are not Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Materials not included in the price of the class. See list of materials needed below description. This class is a great introduction to watercolor techniques for botanical art. We will explore part of two of The Three Sister’s Summer series, Beans. In the first 20 min of Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Members / $24 Members Materials not included in the price of the class. See list of materials needed below description. Open to Youth and Adults We will develop skills for drawing more accurately while observing the amazing detail, color and form of beautiful plants. By understanding some basic features of plants Read more...
@ Register Here $30 Non-Member / $24 Member Learn how to design for beauty while avoiding common pitfalls that lead to high-maintenance requirements. Sadly, landscapes aren’t always designed with maintenance in mind. The result? Landscape areas filled with over-pruned plants resembling anonymous green ‘blobs’ that don’t reflect the original design intent. In addition, improper plant Read more...