Signature Classes

SIGNATURE CLASSES      

        

Note: The order/schedule of these classes has been updated as of September 1st, 2011.      

GARDENING FOR THE NEWCOMER 1^st Thursday, monthly and 1st Saturday, monthly
9:30 a.m. – noon      

This introductory class will familiarize newcomers or new homeowners with Tucson’s seasons and soils.  Discussion of proper techniques for planting and watering is included.   Learn to create a garden of beauty and comfort in our desert environment.  Class concludes with a walking tour of the Gardens. Taught by trained docents. No pre-registration required. $14 (includes admission), $7 members      

XERISCAPE DOESN’T MEAN ZEROSCAPE!
2nd Saturday, monthly
9:30 a.m. – noon      

Come find out how to love your garden and save water at the same time.  Learn the basic principles of xeriscaping, including water-conserving design, low water use plants, water harvesting techniques, appropriate irrigation methods, and use of mulches.  Class concludes with a walking tour of the Xeriscape Garden. Taught by trained docents. No pre-registration required. $14 (includes admission), $7 members      

SUCCESSFUL PLANTS FOR TUCSON GARDENS
3rt Saturday, monthly
9:30 a.m. – noon      

An excellent follow-up to the Newcomers and Xeriscape classes, this session will emphasize choosing appropriate plants for your landscape.  Characteristics of highly recommended trees, shrubs, perennials, and groundcovers will be discussed.  Information on ultimate size, flowering season, hardiness, and preferred exposure will help you make informed choices. Taught by trained docents. No pre-registration required. $14 (includes admission), $7 members      

RAIN WATER HARVESTING      

The focus will be on developing the basic understanding of the principles of rainwater harvesting.  The discussion will include techniques and products of passive and active rainwater harvesting.  Emphasis will be primarily on residential properties, and what the individual homeowner can do on your own property.  Native plantings and landscape materials will be illustrated.  Slides and visual materials will be presented as examples of passive and active rainwater harvesting sites, from the smaller scale to larger more complex operations.  A list of Tucson landscapers and reputable suppliers will also be included.  The program will conclude with a tour of the rainwater harvesting techniques used in the Botanical Gardens.      

  

 

  

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