Desert Botanical Garden Summer 2015 Calendar

Garden Calendar E XPERIENCE • E XPLORE • DISCOVER

June – August 2015

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SUMMER Summer Tree Care 4

Exotic YearRound Salads 10

Summer Camp for Kids 15

COMING THIS FALL! DEAR MEMBER, In the fall issue of the Garden Calendar, you will see the next step in our plan to improve communication about our extensive educational programs.

LEARN E XPERIENCE | E XPLORE | DISCOVER

September – November 2015

The Garden Calendar will have a new name and look beginning this fall.

Here is a sneak peek of the new cover!

The new title—LEARN—reflects the educational offerings and opportunities the Garden provides for you to experience, explore and discover the desert.

For your convenience, and to help preserve the planet, there will be future opportunities to choose how you receive Garden information.

Although the format and design of some of our publications might be new, the quality of mailings and communication will remain the same.

The Garden always puts its members first, and this transition is no different.

Fall

Growing Annual Herbs | Page 3 Organic Vegetable Gardening | Page 12 Explore Arcosanti | Page 18

We look forward to seeing you at the Garden soon!

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landscape and gardening YOUR DESERT HOME A Gardening Program

Your Desert Home-A Gardening Program is designed for the home gardener interested in plants and learning more about low-desert gardening. Classes are open to all regardless of intent to complete the program.

Please visit dbg.org/education-programs for additional information.

Container Gardening: Ornamentals Explore the basics of container gardening for patio and yard accents. Learn how to consider plant size, shape and color to create intriguing containerized arrangements that will impress your friends and neighbors and attract wildlife, including hummingbirds. Hands-on practice and demonstrations are included. Instructed by Starr Urbatsch, agavaceae collections manager at the Garden. Limit 30.

Saturday / June 13 / 9 - 11 a.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Sustainable Edible Gardens Edible gardens can reduce your family’s weekly food costs and be part of an attractive landscape. Learn the fundamentals of creating a sustainable, edible garden that will provide beauty, fun and food for years to come.

Learn how to select plants that produce season after season, including the best annual and perennial fruits and vegetables for the low desert. You will also learn eco-friendly solutions to help them flourish. Instructed

by Liz Lonetti. Limit 30.

Cacti: Cultivation and Care

Sunday / June 14 / 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Cacti can add form, texture and variety to your landscape and containers. If you are purchasing or growing your own specimens from seeds, cuttings or divisions, this class provides easy-to-use techniques for overall care and maintenance to achieve healthy and vibrant specimens.

Instructed by Scott McMahon, cactaceae collections manager at the Garden. Limit 30.

Watering and Controller Programming

Tuesday / June 9 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Saturday / June 20 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $35 / General Public: $44

Environmental Challenges of Desert Gardening (Core)

After the Lawn is Gone

Proper watering techniques benefit your landscape and your utility bills. Ensure the health of your plants by learning correct watering techniques and the proper way to program your home irrigation system. Class includes hands-on exercises with controller models. Instructed

by Jeff Lee. Limit 20.

Gardening in the low desert can be challenging. The Sonoran Desert has unique soils, temperature extremes, rainy seasons and other factors that impact plant growth.

This introductory class explores desert soils, sun exposure, frost damage, and pest problems. Learn how you can work with rather than against these factors to be a successful desert gardener. Instructed by Angelica Elliott, program development manager at the Garden. Limit 30.

It takes 60 to 72 inches of water a year to maintain a healthy Bermuda grass lawn in the Sonoran Desert. Learn how to reduce your yard work and water bills by replacing grass with a desert-friendly landscape. Summer is the ideal time to remove your lawn. This class will take you through the step-by-step process of removing turf and designing and installing a beautiful water-conserving, low-maintenance yard. Discussion includes plant and hardscape design ideas.

Instructed by Jack Gilcrest. Limit 30.

Wednesdays / June 10 and 17 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $60 / General Public: $75

Wednesday / June 24 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

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landscape and gardening Companion Planting

Landscape Watering Basics

Companion planting, an ancient method of growing different plants together for their mutual benefit, is an important part of organic gardening. Companion planting helps bring a balanced ecosystem to your garden, essentially letting nature do the work. For example, many plants have natural substances in their roots, flowers and leaves that repel or attract insects. Join Carol Stuttard to learn the secrets of companion planting and the benefits of combining nature’s beauty and purpose to enhance your garden. Limit 30.

Proper watering is important in a Sonoran Desert garden.

Unfortunately, most desert landscape watering schedules are not based on the individual needs of plants, the various exposures found within a landscape or seasonal changes in the weather. Improve the health of your plants and reduce your water use with a simple, three-step process and specific watering tailored to the desert. Instructed

by Jack Gilcrest. Limit 30.

Thursday / June 25 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Summer Tree Care Proper maintenance of your trees is critical throughout the year, especially during the harsh summer months.

High temperatures, low rainfall and windstorms can cause serious damage to trees. This class will help you prepare your trees—one the most valuable features in your landscape—for summer. We will explore staking and guying, pruning to reduce end-weight, rain and wind dynamics, irrigation and how to choose the right tree for the right place. The class also includes demonstrations and informative resources and take-home materials. Instructed

by John Eisenhower, ISA Certified Arborist®. Limit 25.

Wednesday / July 15 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Herbal Tea Gardens Growing plants for herbal teas can benefit your health while adding beauty and fragrance to your garden. Learn which herbs, including chamomile, hibiscus, rose hips, and peppermint, are perfectly suited for tea and thrive well in the desert. Instructed by Pam Perry. Limit 30.

Thursday / July 16 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Sunday / June 28 / 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Feng Shui for the Garden Feng shui for the garden is the arrangement of plants and materials to enhance the flow of chi, the fundamental life-force energy of the universe. Discover basic principles and tools to assess your yard and create an environment of ease, flow and beauty. Develop an understanding of applying the bagua, or energy map, with color and the five elements of feng shui for peace and tranquility in your garden. Instructed by Liza Blank, landscape architect.

Limit 20.

Thursday / July 9 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Water in the Garden Whether you want a small container water garden, a sculptural fountain or a dramatic series of waterfalls and streams, learn the key techniques to add a water feature to your garden. Landscape designer Bryan White will show you how to choose the best site, develop construction drawings and specifications, and select the right materials from a wide variety of options. You will also learn how to choose appropriate plants and attract wildlife. Limit 30.

Wednesday / July 22 / 6 - 9 p.m.

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Maximize Your Irrigation System A properly designed and installed irrigation system uses the least amount of water while keeping plants healthy.

Unfortunately, most of us keep whatever system the builder or previous owner installed, and too often that means a system that performs poorly and uses too much water. Learn how to identify and correct problems and maximize the efficiency of your irrigation without having to replace your old system. Instructed by Jeff Lee. Limit 20.

Saturday / July 25 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $35 / General Public: $44

Nightscaping Your Garden A great way to unwind after a long day is to unplug in your garden during the evening. Gather ideas from this informative presentation and take home a plant list that will serve as a guide to planting your garden with nighttime in mind. Instructed by Angelica Elliott, program development manager at the Garden. Limit 30.

Monday / July 27 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Pollinator Gardens Attracting pollinators to your garden is both enchanting and beneficial. Discover the best plants for attracting exquisite butterflies and moths, vitally important bees and fascinating hummingbirds to your garden!

Angelica Elliott, program development manager at the Garden, will give you tips about specific plants and their care. Limit 30.

Tuesday / July 28 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Hot Pots Venture into the world of captivating containers. Join award-winning designers Brian Kissinger, director of horticulture, and Kenny Zelov, assistant director of horticulture, to learn bold container planting techniques unlike anything you have seen before. We will focus on low-maintenance containers, plant staging and more.

Create and take home your own container garden with an assortment of plants and stones. All materials provided.

Limit 20.

Saturday / August 1 / 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $89 / General Public: $111

The Natural Garden Gardening in harmony with nature is a relaxed approach to creating a garden that produces food, attracts wildlife and respects the environment. You might be surprised to learn that you do not need harmful chemicals to grow healthy, beautiful plants. Learn techniques for natural, non-toxic gardening in the desert Southwest.

Horticulturist Carol Stuttard explains how simple ingredients from your kitchen can solve many gardening problems. Limit 30.

Thursday / August 6 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

The Gardener’s Guide to Cactus Join author and garden designer Scott Calhoun on a journey into the world of cacti. Discover some of the best cactus species available and how they can make dazzling additions to your garden or containers. Whether you want striking form, fragrant flowers, edible fruit or a lowmaintenance plant that needs little water, there is a cactus for you. Calhoun will present his book, The Gardener’s Guide to Cactus, during the class. Limit 30.

Saturday / August 8 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38 DBG.ORG/LEARN

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landscape and gardening Pruning Trees and Shrubs This introductory class covers the basics of pruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. Learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure, the five types of pruning and when to use them, and how to avoid the two worst pruning mistakes. After this class, you will be ready to prune your trees and shrubs with confidence. Class includes a pruning demonstration plus informative take-home materials and resources. Instructed

by John Eisenhower, ISA Certified ArboristÂŽ. Limit 25.

Sunday / August 23 / 2 - 5 p.m.

Members: $35 / General Public: $44

Cocktail Garden Plant Propagation Our first childhood gardening experience is often growing radishes from seed or starting a tree from an avocado pit. Horticulturist Carol Stuttard will show you techniques for propagating plants, including how to collect and sow seeds, divide specialized structures and take cuttings. Discover how to succeed with both sexual and asexual propagation of various plants to enhance your garden, save money and satisfy all your plant growing challenges. All materials included. Limit 20.

There is nothing like a refreshing cocktail after work or during an evening celebration. If you enjoy concocting your own cocktails, why not designate a space to grow some special ingredients? From juleps and mojitos, to martinis and Moscow mules, many of the herbs, fruits and vegetables that infuse these intoxicating beverages can be easily grown in your garden. Liz Lonetti discusses how to prepare your soil, watering and harvesting methods, and the essential plants used to craft cocktails. Limit 30.

Sunday / August 30 / 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Sunday / August 9 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $35 / General Public: $44

Vegetable Gardening: Month by Month Enjoy fresh, seasonal vegetables all year. Learn monthby-month techniques and ideas for picking and planting to extend each season’s harvest. By spreading activities across the calendar, ambitious gardeners can enjoy the fruits of their labor throughout the year. Instructed

by Pam Perry. Limit 30.

Thursdays / August 20 and 27 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $60 / General Public: $75

Growing Grapes Grapes grow well in the low desert. They provide juicy treats in the summer heat and welcome shade when grown on an arbor. Discover which varieties grow best here and tips for propagation, plant placement, supporting structures, watering, pruning and protecting your produce. Instructed by Jeff Ho. Limit 30.

Saturday / August 22 / 2 - 4 p.m.

Members: $30 General Public: $38

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Gardening Arts Kokedama: Creating Suspended Gardens Kokedama is a variation of the ancient Japanese art of bonsai. These planted balls of moss and soil are gaining popularity, and gardeners worldwide are creating incredible pieces of living art with a variety of plant forms. Lynn Reves guides you through a step-by-step process of soil selection and wrapping techniques to create unique moss containers for hanging gardens or table displays. Maintenance and watering instructions are also discussed. All materials included. Limit 20.

Sunday / July 19 / 9 - 11 a.m.

Members: $59 / General Public: $73

photography and art Photography

Ghost Town Photography PACKAGE DEAL: Purchase Ghost Town Photography: An Introduction and Jerome: In the Field as a package by June 8 and receive an exclusive 10% discount!

Members: $139 / General Public: $174

Jerome: In the Field

Learn how to photograph the stark beauty of abandoned and historic buildings. In the classroom, Stephen Gittins will help you consider angle, light and shadow, and composition as he teaches you techniques to capture fascinating and eerie images of ghost towns. All photography levels welcome. DSLR cameras recommended. Limit 12.

Founded in 1876, Jerome was once the fourth largest city in the Arizona Territory and known as the “wickedest town in the West.” Today it is known as America’s most vertical city and its largest ghost town. Its buildings have changed little in the past 100 years, making Jerome a photographer’s paradise. Use the photography skills you gained in Ghost Town Photography: An Introduction to capture this enchanting, historic, hillside town. This is an offsite program and transportation is included. DSLR camera, wide-angle lens, tripod and shutter-release cable required. Instructed by Stephen Gittins. Limit 8.

Wednesday / June 24 / 6 - 9 p.m.

Members: $45 / General Public: $56

Saturday / June 27 / 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $110 / General Public: $138

Offer expires on June 8. Programs may be purchased separately after June 9, subject to availablity.

Ghost Town Photography: An Introduction

Moonscape Photography

iPhone and iPad Photography

The beauty of moonlit nights combined with the splendor of the Garden make for a fantastic evening of photography and fun. Class times are optimized for best shooting of moon-illuminated landscapes in cloudy or clear conditions. This class is designed for amateur photographers and provides hands-on guidance and personal instruction. Participants use creativity and experimentation to learn elements of lighting, exposure, camera settings, and nighttime considerations to create beautiful photographs. Digital or film SLR camera and tripod required. Instructed by Ashley Lowery. Limit 10.

The best camera is the one you have with you when something spectacular happens right before your eyes. If you have an iPhone or iPad, you have a great camera. Learn how to stabilize, hold and shoot using your iPhone or iPad and choose the best apps for smart photography and editing.

Time is allotted for guided help on the Garden trails. Instructed

by Ashley Lowery. Limit 12.

Thursday / July 2 / 7 - 10 p.m. OR Saturday / August 29 / 7 - 10 p.m.

Members: $45 / General Public: $56

Sunday / July 26 / 5 - 8 p.m.

Members: $45 General Public: $56

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photography and art Creative Lighting An important skill of a photographer is their ability to accurately and critically observe light. With fabulous light you are simply given the opportunity to create an amazing photograph. Join Robert McBride as he illustrates how to see light—its quality, characteristics, intensity and direction. Learn how to take advantage of existing light, modify lighting and how exposure and lighting work together to create attention-grabbing photographs. While the class is open to all photographers, it is best suited to those who own a DSLR camera that can be set to a manual mode. Tripod and wide-angle lens required. Limit 15.

Saturday / August 15 / 1 - 4 p.m.

Members: $45 / General Public: $56

Shooting for the Stars PACKAGE DEAL: Purchase Shooting for the Stars: An Introduction and Shooting for the Stars: In the Field as a package by June 8 and receive an exclusive 10% discount!

Members: $122 / General Public: $152

Offer expires on June 8. Programs may be purchased separately after June 9, subject to availablity.

Shooting for the Stars: An Introduction Summer nights are the perfect time to turn our eyes to the twinkling lights of the Milky Way, with its magical, celestial clouds dotted with stars. Learn how to use the right equipment, correct exposure and metering, and techniques to obtain dramatic results. This class is recommended for photographers of all levels of experience and is suitable for a variety of cameras. Instructed by Robert McBride. Limit 12.

Tuesday / August 4 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $45 / General Public: $56

Shooting for the Stars: In the Field Join Robert McBride on a field excursion to photograph desert landscapes set against the majesty of the Milky Way. This trip expands upon Shooting for the Stars: An Introduction and provides additional guidance for more experienced photographers. This is an offsite program and transportation is included.

Although the terrain is relatively even and can be traversed by most, participants should wear close-toed shoes. Cameras that can be set to manual mode, tripod, wide-angle lens and flashlight are required. Limit 8.

Saturday / August 8 / 5:30 - 11 p.m.

Members: $90 / General Public: $113

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Desert in Black and White Black and white photography has long been the choice of photojournalists and artists because it forces the viewer to focus on the image. Without the distraction of color, composition takes on more importance and the contrast between light and dark, the choice of subject and the angle from which it is captured will create photographs with magnitude. Learn how to use your camera, and your eye, to take strikingly beautiful black and white photographs. Some shooting in the Garden is included and students should bring photos for class critique. While all digital camera owners are welcome, this class is most appropriate for DSLR cameras.

Instructed by Stephen Gittins. Limit 15.

Tuesday / August 25 / 5 - 8 p.m.

Members: $45 / General Public: $56

Art Desert Flowers in Pastel PACKAGE DEAL: Purchase Pastels: An Introduction and Desert Flowers in Pastel as a package by June 8 and receive an exclusive 10% discount!

Members: $151 / General Public: $188

Offer expires on June 8. Programs may be purchased separately after June 9, subject to availablity.

Pastels: An Introduction Unlike paints, pastels do not require additives or brushes, making them an easy, expressive and versatile medium.

Pastels come in a variety of pigment strengths and forms, including soft, hard and oil. Understanding these qualities helps you gain control over this wonderful medium. Learn how to hold your pastel, blend and layer to create varied textures and images. All materials included. Instructed

by Lynn Reves. Limit 15.

Mondays / June 22 and 29 / 6 - 9 p.m.

Members: $88 / General Public: $110

Desert Flowers in Pastel Join Lynn Reves and explore various pastel techniques and types of papers used to draw the beautiful flowers of night-bloomimg cacti. Create works that capture delicate and subtle petals of these light flowers on dark and colored papers. The vivid colors of other cactus flowers are also covered. Additional required materials list available with online listing. Limit 15.

Wednesdays / July 15, 22 and 29 / 6 - 9 p.m.

Members: $80 / General Public: $100

Mosaic Sphere

Walnut Wonder Gourds

Spheres are among the most popular garden mosaic forms. They are also one of the simplest to create. Learn techniques for nipping and fitting porcelain tiles to a 12-inch terracotta sphere and how to use design, color and texture to create a beautiful garden gem. All materials and tools included with class attendance. Instructed

by David Jarvinen. Limit 12.

Cross sections of black walnut shells inlaid on a gourd create a stylish design for a fine piece of art. Learn techniques to precisely insert these unique cross sections and attach seagrass coiling around the inlaid shells and gourd rim to finish the project. Students will receive a gourd that has been cleaned. All materials included.

Instructed by Paula Gregg. Limit 12.

Saturday / July 25 / 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Members: $116 / General Public: $145

Friday and Saturday / June 19 and 20 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Members: $150 / General Public: $188

Desert Wax Etching Create a stunning and amazingly easy piece of art. The secret is a liquid, brush-on wax that is easily etched and buffed with acrylic paint and results in a beautiful, distressed antique look. Image design transfers are available, or you may create your own design. All materials included. Instructed

by Cassandra Travis. Limit 15.

Saturday / July 11 / 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $35 / General Public: $44

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photography and art Sculpted Lizard on Gourd As a child, you probably made snakes from clay. Build on that ‘expertise’ using air-dried clay to sculpt a lizard on a gourd. During the first session, demonstrations, samples and pictures provide inspiration as you add a finish to your gourd surface and sculpt your lizard. In the second session, you will refine, add a design and paint your lizard.

Leave with a unique, finished piece of gourd art to decorate your home or give as a gift.

All materials included. Instructed by Gail Aubel. Limit 12.

Designing Jewelry from the Desert Cholla skeletons are the dried wood portions from inside the cholla cactus and are beautifully weathered by the desert heat, sun and wind. Use them to create a unique, textural necklace accented with real stone beads. Also, learn how to make your own copper-wire beads, forge clasps and finish your necklace using copper seed beads.

Previous jewelry-making experience not required. All materials included. Instructed by Shari Keith. Limit 12.

Saturday / August 22 / 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members: $65 / General Public: $81

Sundays / August 2 and 9 / 1 - 4 p.m.

Members: $106 / General Public: $133

Books to Butterflies Transform book pages into a bounty of beautiful paper butterflies with layers of wings adding to flights of fancy.

Use your butterflies to make a whimsical mobile, a three dimensional wall art or a simple bouquet. All materials included. Instructed by Lynn Reves. Limit 15.

Saturday / August 8 / 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $60 / General Public: $75

foods and well-being Vegan Tacos

Exotic Year-Round Salads

Are you eating your daily recommended servings of vegetables? Take a new twist on traditional tacos—vegan style! Ditch the grease and fat. Join Chef Jason Wyrick as he shows you healthy and delicious ways to add a complexity of flavors to these Southwest favorites. Limit 12.

Learn how to prepare exotic salads for your summer gatherings using fresh, nutritious ingredients. With flavors that can be served year-round, these wholesome salads use spices and ingredients with lower amounts of calories, salts, sugars and fats. Salads will include a sweet potato salad with a sweet and spicy vinaigrette, Asian cabbage slaw with creamy, sesame dressing and eggplant with smoky, garlic dressing. Instructed by Nancy Matsui.

Limit 12.

Saturday / June 6 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

A Southwest Picnic Are you ready to perfect alfresco dining? Learn the basics of cooking fish—a skill that can be used year-round— and how to make steelhead fish tacos with pickled onions and Baja cream. We will also prepare black beans with goat cheese and jalapenos, Southwest creamed corn and tres leches cupcakes that can be included for all your summer outdoor parties. Instructed by Maggie Norris.

Limit 12.

Sunday / June 7 / 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

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Sunday / June 14 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 General Public: $62

Summer Soirée Let the stars of seasonal produce shine in this menu perfect for summer entertaining! Learn how to make a chilled corn soup with avocado and crab salad. Savor a filet with a cherry-cabernet sauce and side of green bean and goat cheese gratin. Finish with strawberry shortbread tarts.

Instructed by Maggie Norris. Limit 12.

Sunday / August 16 / 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Salsa Frescas Fig Obsession Figs have been with us since ancient times. They are delicious, have one of the highest dietary fiber contents of any fruit and provide many health benefits. Watch fig delicacies being prepared, sample them and take recipes to try at home. Instructed by Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz. Limit 12.

Saturday / July 18 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Vegan Sushi Though it originated in Japan, sushi has become a sensation in America. While it is expensive to eat out, enjoy an opportunity to learn from Chef Jason Wyrick as he demonstrates how you can easily make delicious sushi at home with a focus on vegetables. Limit 12.

Tuesday / July 21 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Whether spicy or mild, sweet or salty, fresh salsas can perk up any dish. Explore a variety of simple recipes to add complexity and freshness to your summer fare. Go beyond chips as Chef Jason Wyrick inspires you to make salsas an integral part of your meals. Limit 12.

Tuesday / August 18 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Prickly Pear Harvest and Treats Prickly pear fruits are beautiful and nutritious. Learn the traditional and modern ways of harvesting these delicious purple fruits, removing their spines and turning them into tasty treats. Jean Groen shares her knowledge as we prepare the desert’s bounty into salsa fresca, fruit and pad pickles and a refreshing prickly-pear jelly. Limit 12.

Saturday / August 29 / 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Cooking 101: Sauces Travel the globe as we prepare six sauces from around the world! We examine local specialties, including a delicious homemade hot sauce, as well as some widely known traditional sauces from Argentina, Ethiopia, Greece, Italy and Spain. Instructed by Chef Stephanie Green. Limit 12.

Sunday / July 26 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Cooking with Summer Vegetables Learn how to be more creative with vegetables that grow in the low desert. Chef Jason Wyrick will share recipes and tips by showcasing fresh vegetables available during the summer. If you love quick, delicious and easy food, this class will provide a bounty of options. Limit 12.

Sunday / August 2 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Sensational Sangria

Sangria is a summer favorite in the Southwest. This flavorful and refreshing beverage combines the goodness of summer fruits with your favorite wine. Learn how to International Flavors make The Phoenician’s signature sangria and how to pair Come sample some delectable dishes with European and it with various entrées. This program will be held at The Asian flavors. Learn to use international ingredients to Phoenician, A Luxury Collection Resort. Transportation is prepare assorted entrées and sides that are low in calories, salts, sugars and fats. Instructed by Nancy Matsui. Limit 12. not provided. Limit 15.

Sunday / August 9 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62

Saturday / August 29 / 1 - 3 p.m.

Members: $50 / General Public: $62 DBG.ORG/LEARN

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explorations in natural sciences Earth Sciences Desert Stargazing Arizona is the astronomy capital of the United States. Using a backyard telescope, binoculars or just the unaided eye, there are countless wonders to be seen that inspire thoughts about the origins of life and the vastness of space. Contemplate these issues while learning what is being discovered from space exploration, observation and robotic planetary probes. Join us for an evening of learning and lively discussion and observe our star-studded night sky. Instructed by Arizona Sky Safari. Limit 24.

Saturday / August 29 / 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Members: $30 / General Public: $38

Natural and Cultural History Arizona’s Owls Join Tom Gaskill as he introduces you to Arizona’s most common owl species. Learn about their behavior, preferred habitats and distinctive calls.

Delve into the conservation issues surrounding urban owls and threatened species. Spend an evening in the classroom, then take a field trip to a local bird sanctuary and use your new skills to listen and look for local owls. Students are encouraged to bring binoculars. Class also includes a Saturday field trip to a burrowing owl relocation site. Transportation to the site is not provided.

Limit 24.

Wednesday and Saturday / June 10 and 13 Wednesday / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday / 7 - 10 a.m.

Members: $45 / General Public: $56

California Condors California condors are the largest flying birds in North America with wingspans measuring up to nine and a half feet. Members of New World vultures, these opportunistic scavengers were common throughout the western part of North America, including the Grand Canyon, during prehistoric times. Learn all about these fascinating, elusive giants, the causes of population decline, and the efforts to bring them back from the brink of extinction. Instructed by Chris Parish from The Peregrine Fund’s Condor Reintroduction Project. Limit 24.

Thursday / July 9 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $25 / General Public: $32

Dinosaurs in Arizona Did you know Arizona was once covered with a prehistoric ocean and later a lush tropical rain forest? During the Triassic and Jurassic periods, dinosaurs dominated the landscape.

Fossil remains of at least 15 different species have been found.

Come explore Arizona’s prehistoric past and the amazing creatures that once roamed here. Instructed by the Arizona Museum of Natural History. Limit 24.

Thursday / July 23 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $25 / General Public: $32

Turkey and Black Vultures Discover the interesting world of Arizona’s vultures! Although these birds may have a gruesome reputation, they are essential to our environment, scavenging on carrion. Spend an evening in the classroom learning about our local vultures and take a field trip to local, urban wetlands to observe these fascinating birds. Students are encouraged to bring binoculars. Transportation to wetlands is provided. Instructed by Tom Gaskill. Limit 10.

Wednesday and Saturday / July 29 and August 1 Wednesday / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. / Saturday / 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $65 / General Public: $81

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African Animals Explore the wonders of African wildlife. Learn about the amazing and exotic animals that call the world’s second largest continent home. With habitats from savannahs to mountain forests, African animals have developed fascinating ways to survive and thrive in their environment. Instructed by Denise Wagner from the Phoenix Zoo. Limit 24.

Thursday / July 30 / 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Members: $25 / General Public: $32

Wading Birds: Herons, Egrets, Bitterns and More

Bats Though bats may seem scary, they are actually quite beneficial, eating a vast number of harmful insects.

There are more than 28 species of bats in Arizona.

Bat populations in Arizona appear stable and some species have been increasing in numbers. Join Randy Babb, from Arizona Game and Fish, and learn more about these fascinating flying friends and how we can protect them. Limit 24.

Wednesday / August 5 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $25 / General Public: $32

Desert Ants Ants typically come up in conversations as subjects of annoyance. Unfortunately, this reputation is often unfairly extended to all ants, the majority of which reside in the wild and are incredibly diverse. Come learn about these ubiquitous, yet misunderstood, social creatures and see them live in artificial colonies from labs of the Social Insect Research Group at ASU. Instructed

by Ti Eriksson. Limit 24.

Identification of some of our large wading birds can be confusing, especially the white egret and immature heron.

Spend an evening in the classroom learning the ecological differences among the many species of wading birds and the behavioral clues that make field identification easier.

Put your new skills to use during a field trip to local, urban wetlands where immature herons live and large numbers of migrating egrets pass through. Students are encouraged to bring binoculars. Transportation to wetlands is provided. Instructed by Tom Gaskill. Limit 10.

Wednesday and Saturday / August 26 and 29 Wednesday / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday / 7 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Members: $65 / General Public: $81

Nocturnal Desert The Sonoran Desert comes alive during warm, summer nights. Join us as we explore the flora and fauna that have adapted to the desert by awakening when the sun goes down. Instructor Christine Brehm teaches you what to look for in the nocturnal darkness and provides gardening tips to enhance your desert nights. Bring a flashlight and comfortable shoes for this unique trip through the Garden. Limit 24.

Friday / August 28 7 - 9 p.m.

Members: $25 General Public: $32

Wednesday / August 19 / 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Members: $25 / General Public: $32

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education through travel and adventure Tonto Natural Bridge Tucked away in a tiny valley surrounded by trees, Tonto Natural Bridge has been in the making for thousands of years. It is believed to be the largest natural travertine bridge in the world, spanning more than 400 feet in length and 183 feet in height. View the cascades from the upper observation deck, then hike to the tunnel’s breath-taking entrance.

Savor the beauty from the lower observation deck, or hike inside to see two crystal blue pools. Participants must wear sturdy, close-toed shoes due to slippery rocks and uneven footing. Transportation from the Garden departs promptly at 7:45 a.m. and returns at 4:30 p.m. Price includes roundtrip transportation and picnic lunch. Limit 9.

Friday / July 17 / 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Members: $85 / General Public: $106

Wine, Water and Adventure EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Sign-up by June 8 and receive 10% off!

Members: $199 / General Public: $249

Combine the spectacular beauty of Red Rock Country and the Verde River with a wine tour of the Alcantara Vineyards to make a sensational summer adventure.

We will begin this trip with a visit to Arizona’s largest known petroglyphs at V Bar V Ranch Heritage site.

Then head to Verde Valley where our kayak trip begins on a scenic stretch of the Verde River with exhilarating chutes and stretches of calm to make this the perfect waterway experience. Our final stop by the Alcantara Vineyards will include sampling their award-winning

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wines overlooking the vineyards and rolling hills beyond.

Transportation departs promptly from the Garden at 7 a.m. and returns at 6 p.m. Limit 9.

Day trip includes: • Expert guides and educational programming • River kayak and safety gear • Snacks and picnic lunch • Wine tasting • Transportation to and from the Garden • Gratuities for river kayak guides Not included: • Personal expenses • Meals not mentioned Saturday / August 15 / 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Members: $212 / General Public: $265

children and family education Every day brings new discoveries as our campers become scientists and use their powers of observation in the classroom and on the trail to learn about the world around them. Each day is an adventure in outdoor experiences, children’s literature, free-choice learning, art projects and more! Snacks are provided. Campers must bring their own sack lunch.

For more information, please call 480 481.8123 or to register visit dbg.org/childrenprograms or call 480 481.8121.

Early Childhood Drop-off Camps

Elementary School Drop-off Camps

Here Comes the Sun! (4 days)

Let’s Dig In! (5 days)

Campers discover a well-known character in the desert—the sun! They search for shadows and delve into the hot wonders of the sun with hands-on experiments that explore the sun’s relationship with plants and animals. Campers will even test the power of the sun by capturing its energy to see if a solar oven can cook their snack! Two classes, limited to 12 campers per class.

Campers learn about the cycle that brings food to our tables and explore what it takes to grow food in the desert during this hands-on camp. A trip to a local farm to see some large-scale production in action highlights this camp. Two classes, limited to 14 campers per class.

Ages 4-6

May 26 – 29 / 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Members: $130 / General Public: $160

Desert Plant Friends (5 days) Your child investigates the fascinating world of plants in this exciting hands-on Sonoran Desert experience and learns how desert plants use natural strategies to survive in this harsh environment. We plant seeds, explore roots and dissect flowers in this interactive camp. Two classes, limited to 12 campers per class.

June 1 – 5 / 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Members: $145 / General Public: $175

Ages 7–12

June 15 – 19 / 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $250 / General Public: $310

Home, Home in the Desert (5 days) Your child discovers how plants, animals and people survive and thrive in our desert home. Campers explore the amazing adaptations of desert wildlife and the plants they rely on in order to flourish in this harsh environment. We also learn how desert plants can be used as resources for food, tools and entertainment. And a magical visit from Childsplay sends imaginations soaring! Two classes, limited to 14 campers per class.

June 22 – 26 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Members: $250 General Public: $310

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children and family education Family Classes Create meaningful memories for the whole family while attending a desert exploration program about native plants and animals. These programs are designed for families with children ages four to 13, although children 17 and under are welcome. Limit 20 people per program. Price is per person.

It’s Toad Time!

Bat Bonanza

Join us for a night all about desert amphibians – amazing creatures that need water, but thrive in a desert environment! We will start in the classroom with a hands-on program to explore what it’s like to be an amphibian in a dry landscape. Then a search for toads and frogs will take us to the Garden’s Desert Oasis.

Glide, flit and float through the night with some of the most interesting nocturnal animals around – bats! Did you know 28 species of bats live in Arizona? Join Beth Hagen, an expert on Arizona bats, who will teach us how they eat, where they live and why they love Arizona so much. We hope to encounter some of our furry bat friends as we walk through the Garden.

Friday / July 17 / 7 - 9 p.m.

Members: $12 / General Public: $15

Friday / August 7 / 7 - 9 p.m.

Members: $12 / General Public: $15

For more information, please call 480 481.8123; or to register visit dbg.org/childrenprograms or call 480 481.8121.

Children and Family Education programs are generously supported by the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation.

Teen Opportunities Know any teens 13 to 18 years old who are interested in a fun and interactive plant-science adventure? Let them know about this priceless opportunity to gain experience and work closely with Garden staff and volunteers. During monthly gatherings throughout the school year teens will learn first-hand what careers and experiences await them at botanical gardens.

With the help of experienced plant biologists, the teen team will contribute to an international scientific database – giving them skills and experiences needed for college and beyond.

Teens and their parents are invited to a free informational meeting: Saturday / August 8 / 1 - 2 p.m.

For more information about Teen Opportunities or to RSVP for the meeting, please email teenvol@dbg.org or call 480 481.8123.

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Girl Scout Programs Desert Discovery Our Desert Discovery programs create a fun and memorable experience for girls as they learn about life in our desert. Scouts receive a participation patch as they complete activities that help them fulfill requirements to earn Girl Scout badges.

Not a Girl Scout? Not a problem. Visit girlscoutsaz.org to find out how to join.

Desert in the Dark What is our desert like in the dark? Scouts experience night-blooming plants, nocturnal animals and the starry sky of the Sonoran Desert during the Garden’s Flashlight Tour program. A special, self-guided opportunity for Girl Scouts awaits troops who call and register their group in advance. Available Thursdays and Saturdays, 7 - 9 p.m., June through August.

All levels of Girl Scouts are welcome.

Program fee: $9 / scout and $9 / chaperone

Fee includes Garden admission for Flashlight Tours. Membership pricing does not apply.

For more information or to register, please visit dbg.org/girlscouts or call 480 481.8121.

Flashlight Tours Enjoy a sensory experience during a nighttime stroll along the Garden’s trails. Perfect for families and children of all ages!

Thursdays and Saturdays May 23 – September 5 / 7 - 9 p.m.

(Excluding Saturday, July 4) Included with membership or paid Garden admission.

For information call 480 941.1225 or visit dbg.org Sponsored by:

Flashlight Tour Birthday Parties Parties offered Thursday and Saturday nights only from May 23 through September 5. (Excluding Saturday, July 4) For more information about birthday party pricing and availability, call 480 481.8159.

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children and family education Field Trips Sonoran Desert Adventure The Sonoran Desert Adventure field trip program is taught by trained Garden staff and provides safe, outdoor environmental learning opportunities for students throughout the Valley.

Educational experiences in natural settings teach children about their environment and encourage investigation so they can make intelligent, informed decisions about how they care for our precious Earth. If you know students who are interested in science and nature, please let their teachers know about this opportunity.

Registration for the 2015-16 school year begins late summer.

For more information or to register, please visit dbg.org/fieldtrip or call 480 481.8121.

Sponsored by The Arizona Republic, Blue Cross® Blue Shield® of Arizona, The Boeing Company, Cox Charities, The Dorrance Family Foundation, the Herbert H. and Barbara C. Dow Foundation, Dye Family Foundation, the Ferry Family Foundation in Memory of Ernest S. and Virginia D. Ferry, The Fred Maytag Family Foundation, Meridian Bank, N.A., Phoenix Suns Charities and the U.S. Bank Foundation.

You are in very good company at the Desert Botanical Garden. See what one of our students is saying:

“ This was a GREAT CLASS and I really enjoyed it.

The instructor was great.

I will definitely TAKE MORE CLASSES at the Garden now that I have attended this one. It was so AWESOME!” ~ Jennifer Robinson

Attended the Succulent Fairy Gardens class in February 2015.

Art depicted may have been created by another student in the class.

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registration information Desert Botanical Garden members receive a 20% discount on education programs. To become a member, go to dbg.org/membership Register Early

Adult Education Age Requirements

Advance registration is required for all education programs, and we regret that receipt of your payment does not guarantee enrollment. Your enrollment is confirmed by email. Should your program be unavailable, your payment will be refunded.

• 1 0- to 14-year-olds may attend with an adult.

Both must pay full class fees.

• Less than 10-year-olds may not attend.

Adult Program Registration Information Register online at dbg.org/adultclasses or call 480 481.8188. For additional inquiries, email adulteduc@dbg.org or call 480 481.8146 Monday through Friday.

Registration Confirmation You will receive a payment confirmation with your online order. Please bring this confirmation with you to the program. It is required for attendance.

Adult Education Policies Refunds are available for cancellations made at least five (5) business days prior to the event (less $20 fee).

No refunds are available less than five (5) business days and fees/registrations cannot be transferred to another date or program.

• Programs may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund will be made in the event that the Desert Botanical Garden cancels a program.

• Refunds will not be issued for missed class sessions.

• Special rules and cancellation fees may apply to trips.

• A waiver of liability may be required for specific programs.

Children and Family Program Registration Register online at dbg.org/youthprograms For additional inquiries, email teacherrsvp@dbg.org or call 480 481.8121 Tuesday through Friday.

Children and Family Program Policies Refunds are available for cancellations made at least 10 business days prior to a guided tour or children’s program. Cancellations made less than 10 business days incur a 30% cancellation fee.

• P rograms may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund will be made in the event the Desert Botanical Garden cancels a program. efunds will not be issued for missed children’s • R programs, guided tours, or after a program start date.

• A waiver of liability is required for all children’s programs (does not include guided tours).

Please visit dbg.org/education-programs for programspecific policy information.

If you are unable to attend an on-site class, you may send an alternate adult participant with your confirmation.

Create a Future Legacy through a Charitable Gift of Insurance Are you a loyal, longtime member of the Desert Botanical Garden? Do you wish you could insure that it will be here forever? A gift of life insurance can create a wonderful future legacy with little expense today.

• A policy that is paid in full, for which the original purpose no longer applies, can be redirected to the Desert Botanical Garden as primary beneficiary.

Though this gift does not qualify for a current income tax deduction, it is an easy way to make a sizeable charitable gift.

• O r you can purchase a new policy, naming the Garden as the beneficiary and assigning us ownership of the policy as a current charitable gift. The current gift is tax deductible. You pay future premiums to the Garden and these are tax deductible as well.

For more information, contact Susan Shattuck, gift planning officer at 480 941.3507 or sshattuck@dbg.org Thank you for supporting the Desert Botanical Garden!

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Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Phoenix, AZ Permit no. 1269

1201 N. Galvin Parkway Phoenix, AZ 85008 480 941.1225 | dbg.org THE MISSION OF THE DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN

The Garden’s commitment to the community is to advance excellence in education, research, exhibition and conservation of desert plants of the world with emphasis on the Southwestern United States. We will ensure that the Garden is always a compelling attraction that brings to life the many wonders of the desert.

Partial funding provided by the Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture through appropriations from the Phoenix City Council.

FOR POSITION ONLY

Open Daily

Gertrude’s

Call Center

May – September / 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.

October – April / 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

480 719.8600 / Reservations Book online / gertrudesrestaurant.net

480 481.8188 / Daily 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The Garden opens an hour early every Wednesday and Sunday for members only.

Open daily from 10:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Monday - Friday, Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Information, tickets, special events and adult education program registration.

Patio Café

The Garden Shop

480 941.1225 / Hours Vary

480 526.8891 / Daily 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Garden Closed July 4, Thanksgiving and Christmas

Admission Fees Members: Free Adult: $22 Senior: $20 (60 years and older) Student: $12 (13 – 18 and college with ID) Child: $10 (3 – 12) Children under 3 are admitted free

Free Admission Garden admission is free the second Tuesday of every month from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Garden Information Call Center / 480 481.8188 Daily / 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Recorded message / 480 941.1225

The Garden’s Patio Café offers visitors a beautiful setting for breakfast, lunch or a snack.

Bus Information When visiting the Garden, please consider taking Valley Metro.

We have a new bus stop in the Garden that connects with the light rail. Visit valleymetro.org to plan your trip.

Group Tours and Activities 480 481.8104

For reduced group rates for 10 or more guests visit dbg.org/groupsales.

Shop for distinctive gifts, books, home and garden decor, gourmet foods and unique desert plants.

Shop online at gardenshop.dbg.org.

Members save 10%.

Schilling Library 480 481.8133 / Weekdays 12 - 4 p.m.

Find information about plants and other desert topics in our special reference collection.

For specific research, please call ahead.

Membership Helpline 480 941.3517 / 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

October – May / Daily

Members receive personal assistance with any membership questions, renewals or issues purchasing tickets for special events.

Socialize with us at

Plant Hotline Desert Plant Questions 480 481.8120 / Monday – Friday 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Email planthotline@dbg.org Our Garden staff and volunteers have the resources and expertise to help you.

On the Cover: Claret cup cactus,

Echinocereus triglochidiatus, is a spring-blooming cactus and prefers early morning or filtered sunlight.

They are excellent container plants.

Photo by Adam Rodriguez.

The Garden is powered with 100% renewable energy provided by

Official Airline of Desert Botanical Garden

FREE WI-FI is available in four locations within the Desert Botanical Garden: the area in front of Admissions, Ottosen Entry Garden, Boppart Courtyard, and Ullman Terrace.

PLEASE RECYCLE. Passing your calendar on to a friend is a great place to start.