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Master Gardeners Seminars

Master Gardeners Seminars

Dig into our FREE Master Gardener seminars and demonstrations. Learn how and be inspired to turn your garden dreams into reality. Whether you’re a novice gardener, or a well-seasoned veteran, our Master Gardeners will teach you how to create gracious outdoor living spaces and luscious, sustainable gardens perfect for your family and our desert climate. Chat with the experts and ask all your gardening and landscape questions. View the daily seminar times and topics below. Located in the SE Corner of the North Hall

Friday, October 13th

10:30 Agaves, Aloes, and More in the SE Corner

Discover the huge array of beautiful succulents which include aloes, agaves, and many more. See striking easy-to-grow plants that are well adapted to our low desert environment. Learn the best locations to place them for optimal growth and impact in your yard.

12:00 Color Bowls in the SE Corner

DEMO - Fall is the perfect time to add some beautiful annual color. Most annuals are considered high water use plants. Small containers will keep the watering down, but still add the beauty of annuals to your yard. Select audience members will assist with assembling and taking home a color bowl.

1:30 Creative Container Gardens and Grow Bags in the SE Corner

There are many ways you can garden. Containers and grow bags are great ways to grow in a small space or create a growing area without having to dig up the yard. Learn what creative containers you can use to create personality in your garden and how to use grow bags for your space.

3:00 What To Do In Your Yard (October-January) in the SE Corner

Learn what to do in your yard and landscape over the next few months. From planting and watering to caring for your garden and landscapes during the cooler Fall months in the Valley of the Sun.

Saturday, October 14th

10:30 Color Bowls in the SE Corner

DEMO - Fall is the perfect time to add some beautiful annual color. Most annuals are considered high water use plants. Small containers will keep the watering down, but still add the beauty of annuals to your yard. Select audience members will assist with assembling and taking home a color bowl.

12:00 When Is The Right Thyme To Plant Herbs? in the SE Corner

Herbs are beautiful plants that smell wonderful and can be used in home cooking. The great news is that you don’t need tons of space to grow your very own herbs. Learn how and when to plant, and tips to care for herbs.

1:30 Vegetable Abundance in the SE Corner

Fall is a great time to garden. Learn the best vegetable and herb planting plans for Fall, along with year-round gardening tips to provide an abundance from your garden space.

3:00 What To Do In Your Yard (October-January) in the SE Corner

Learn what to do in your yard and landscape over the next few months. From planting and watering to caring for your garden and landscapes during the cooler Fall months in the Valley of the Sun.

Sunday, October 15th

10:30 Composting in the SE Corner

Composting is a great way to create beautiful organic material for your garden bed. Learn how to successfully turn grass clippings, leaves, and kitchen scraps into a wonderful soil amendment by following some basic steps.

12:00 Fruit Trees in the SE Corner

Prepare in Fall for your fruit tree planting. Laura will teach selection options and care tips to create your own backyard fruit.

1:30 Propagation and Pruning in the SE Corner

Start your very own plants and bonus - learn when and how to prune your shrubs and trees.

3:00 What To Do In Your Yard (October-January) in the SE Corner

Learn what to do in your yard and landscape over the next few months. From planting and watering to caring for your garden and landscapes during the cooler Fall months in the Valley of the Sun.

Clear Bags Available for Purchase at the Show Entrance. $5 each.

Golden Grannies Live 10/13 10am-12pm

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