Do you think gardening in an arid climate means settling for rocks and dust? Think again! With the right techniques—like strategic drip irrigation and proper plant selection—you can successfully grow a lush variety of agave, blooming cacti, and native desert scrubs. The secret is learning proven methods that thrive specifically in our region. Join us…
The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, May 13, at 1 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle AZ 85623. Join us for a presentation: “Demystifying Irrigation Systems.” “The beauty of irrigation lies in…
Sheilah Britton On a recent visit to the community garden, I was pleased to see an array of bins overflowing with ripening tomatoes hanging from four-foot plants; slender zucchini growing beneath healthy, green leaves; purple chard; fragrant herbs; and more. For the past seven weeks these bins, all bearing signs of assignation to IMPACT Food…
The Evolving Gardener The University of Arizona, Cooperative Extension, Pinal County Southeast Master Gardeners are pleased to invite you to our Community Education Presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 1 p.m. in the SaddleBrooke Ranch Sol Ballroom, 31143 S. Amenity Dr., Oracle AZ 85623. Join us for the presentation “The Evolving Gardener: Staying Active and…
Louise Grabell, Pinal County Master Gardener With the monsoon season coming to a close, look at the new growth around your estate. While you were inside, your plants and shrubs have been pretty active. Trumpet vines and catclaw have both reached soaring heights. Tombstone roses are out of control. Palo verde and mesquite branches are…