Growing Tropical Plants in the Desert Southwest

  • May 3, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

  • Queen Creek Botanical Gardens

    25002 South 206th Street
    Queen Creek, Arizona 85142
Ticket Price $34.65 Buy Tickets
Description

Agriscaping secrets are revealed for growing tropical plants in the desert! Believe it or not, growing tropical plants in the desert is possible! Agriscaping has done their research and is ready to share the secrets of cultivating tropical plants in your backyard. Sign up today and don't miss out!
 

  • Top Tropical Plants: Discover the best tropical plants to grow in the desert southwest.
  • The Holy Grail of Avocado: Learn the secrets to growing avocados.
  • Mangoes and Bananas: Uncover tips for successfully growing mangoes and bananas.
  • Successful Varieties: Find out which specific varieties thrive and which ones don't.
  • Microclimates: Understand the importance of microclimates for tropical plants.
  • Specific Needs: Learn the specific requirements for tropical plants.
  • Creating Ambient Humidity: Discover how to create the necessary humidity for tropical plants.
  • Aquascaping: Integrate water features to enhance the longevity and beauty of your tropical plants.
  • Innovative Fogging: Explore new innovations in fogging with water features to improve humidity.
  • Productive Pets: Find out which pets can help with feeding schedules and plant requirements.
  • Essential Nutrients: Identify key nutrients often missing from desert gardens to grow tropical plants successfully.

 

Date & Time

Sat, May 3, 2025 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Venue Details

Queen Creek Botanical Gardens

25002 South 206th Street
Queen Creek, Arizona 85142 Queen Creek Botanical Gardens
Queen Creek Botanical Gardens

Queen Creek Botanical Gardens is a nonprofit organization that inspires and educates about elegant edible plants, showing the future of sustainable food production in landscaping.  Unique among botanical gardens, all of the plants in the Gardens are edible－fruits, vegetables, herbs or edible flowers have been individually selected for their aesthetic style and elegance. Additionally,the 10-acre Gardens feature the only fully-operational industrial-age water mill in the American Southwest, shops, and themed demonstration gardens. The Gardens provide a place to escape, enjoy the beauty of nature, and learn more about food security through community resources.  Future developments at the Gardens include a reception center, and state of the art conservatory with an education center and expanded exhibits. 


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