Immerse yourself in the Gardens with a horticulturist as your guide. Gain insight into living museum collections and walk away with gardening tips from an expert. Denver Botanic Gardens, 909 York Street
Denver, CO 80206, (720) 865-3500.
The North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) invites guests to their Southwest regional workshop, hosted at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix. The two-day workshop will include hands-on learning of Japanese gardening and several traditional Japanese arts. Lunch in the garden will be included on both days as well. The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, 1125 N. 3rd Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85003, (602) 274-8700.
View event website »Discover the edible and useful plants of the Sonoran Desert. Year-round, Friday.
Tohono Chul,
7366 North Paseo del Norte,
Tucson, AZ 85704,
(520) 742-6455.
Learn to identify residents and those just passing through, plus information on habits and habitat.
Tohono Chul,
7366 North Paseo del Norte,
Tucson, AZ 85704,
(520) 742-6455.
Nature lovers, shutterbugs and bug lovers will get an in-depth glimpse of some of the most engaging creatures in the Sonoran Desert, butterflies! Year-round, Saturday and Sunday.
Tohono Chul,
7366 North Paseo del Norte,
Tucson, AZ 85704,
(520) 742-6455.
Succulents have earned their own niche in the world of cultivated plants, separating themselves out from other ornamentals by virtue of the diversity of their fleshy architecture and their rainbow colors. They are also among the most water-wise plants for the desert southwest. Nursery owner and author Jeff Moore dishes the dirt on succulents with spines beginning with an overview of the primary groups of spiny succulents in cultivation – cacti, Euphorbias, Alluaudias, Fouquierias, and other (mostly) spiny relatives. He also showcases plants in cultivation, both landscape and container, with insights for growing and general care. Copies of Spiny Succulents will be available for sale and signing.
Tohono Chul,
7366 North Paseo del Norte,
Tucson, AZ 85704,
(520) 742-6455.
Unearth the how-to’s for using native and arid-adapted plants in water-saving landscapes. This is a year-round event.
Tohono Chul,
7366 North Paseo del Norte,
Tucson, AZ 85704,
(520) 742-6455.
Don’t let 30,000 plants intimidate you! Our on-site horticulture experts will help you find the perfect cactus, agave or ornamental to plant in your own garden. Specimen-sized plants and delivery services available. Volunteers and staff are available to offer advice, answer questions and assist in selections.
Desert Botanical Garden,
1201 North Galvin Parkway,
Phoenix, AZ 85008,
(480) 941-1225.
Learn the traditional, meditative principles of Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. Watch a demonstration by instructor Ping Wei, then make your own original, winter-inspired ikebana arrangements.
Desert Botanical Garden,
1201 North Galvin Parkway,
Phoenix, AZ 85008,
(480) 941-1225.
Founder and chair of 80 Cities and the first Ambassador for World Urban Parks, Guillermo “Gil” Penalosa comes to the Garden to deliver his innovative vision to create vibrant cities and healthy communities for all.
Desert Botanical Garden,
1201 North Galvin Parkway,
Phoenix, AZ 85008,
(480) 941-1225.