Goodyear’s Cactus for Everyone

Cactus, unique and interesting gifts of the desert southwest. They deserve a place in everyone's landscape, either a giant saguaro centerpiece or a potted pincushion in the windowsill. This class will provide instruction on variety selection, planting/potting, water, pruning, fertilizer, and even propagation. Presented by Jonathan Manning, Certified Arborist.

Glendale’s Desert Edibles*

The Sonoran Desert is one of the most ecologically diverse deserts in the U.S. Many native plants were important sources of food and medicine for indigenous people. Get a whole new appreciation for desert-adapted plants by learning about which ones are good to eat.   * Information shared in this class does not constitute medical or dietary advice.  

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Cancelled: Goodyear’s Trees for Arid Yards

How big is the cute baby tree in your yard going to get? A tree that will get too big for its location will lead to damage of surrounding foundations and sidewalks, neighbor disputes, and eventually the huge cost of removal. Different species will be discussed thoroughly including photos, pros/cons, and tips on special care. Presented by Jonathan Manning , …

Cancelled: Glendale’s Monsoon Tree Pruning

Be prepared this monsoon season. In this class, a certified Arborist will share the do’s and don’ts of tree pruning for successful summer trees.  

Cancelled: Goodyear’s Pruning for Beauty and Health

When does pruning promote health, beauty and safety? When is pruning unnecessary or even harmful? Observe pruning of real plants so you know how when it is time. Taught by Jonathon Manning, Certified Arborist.

Goodyear’s Container Gardening

This class will cover; container type and size, potting mix, water, fertilizer, and a list of plants that actually prefer growing in containers. Class includes a planting demonstration and participants will take home a free 2” plant. Taught by Certified Arborist Jonathan Manning. How big is the cute baby tree in your yard going to get? A tree that will …

Glendale’s Monsoon Vegetable Gardening

The monsoon season opens a new range of planting possibilities even during the hot summer months. Get information about summer-loving vegetable varieties and plant care tips so you can keep harvesting vegetables until fall.  

Goodyear’s Set Your Water Timer

Is your irrigation controller controlling you? High water bills? Landscaping looking bad? Well take control of your controller and learn how to set it correctly and change it seasonally for your particular plants and soil type. Presented by Jonathan Manning , Certified Arborist

Glendale’s Mesquite Harvesting & Processing*

Once you taste the delicious favor of Mesquite, you will understand why it is referred to as the “Sugarcane of the Desert”. The presenter will explain how to safely harvest, process and store the pods, as well as how to use them in cooking. This class is being offered in partnership with Trees Matter.   * Information shared in this class …