The Potted Desert View

The Potted Desert View
This blog is for you, the native or transplanted desert dweller. Our harsh and varied desert climates continually present a challenge for gardeners. Those of you who have moved from a colder climate such as the mid-west or New England, you have most likely tried to find container gardening information that tells you how to grow the kind of garden like you had 'back home.'

Search here to find answers to your potted garden questions.

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Free Potted Gardening Classes just around the corner

Our 2012 Winter classes are coming up fast.
Classes held at our Get Potted Design Studio are FREE!
Register today by just replying to this email.
Space is limited so we do ask you to register.
Upcoming Winter Classes 

~ Saturday, January 21   9-10:15am ~
A Flourishing Potted Garden 
Special Tips for maintaining your Tucson winter flowers.

Now that the holidays are over, your plants need some help and maybe 
you do too! This class includes topics on frost protection, rose pruning 
and a mid-season cutback of your winter annuals. 
Join Marylee, aka The Contained Gardener for this demonstration class 
and return home with the confidence you need to help your flowers 
thrive through April.


~ Hold the Date: (or better yet - register today by emailing me!)
Saturday, February 25, 2012   9-10:15 am ~
Designing Container Groupings

Clusters of pots offer immediate impact and ultimate flexibility. Learn how to successfully group pots and combine plantings for a beautiful focal point and one that is easy care. Join me for this demonstration class and return home with a plan for your own patio.

~ A special class presented at the Tucson Botanical Gardens 
Saturday, February 11; 9:30 -2 
When planting in containers, there is a definite method for plant survival, 
particularly in Tucson's challenging climate. Learn The Contained 
Gardener's tried and true techniques to planting successful potted 
gardens. In this class you will learn how to plant in pots and how 
to take care of your potted gardens. After lunch, you will create 
a potted floral garden to take home and enjoy on your shaded 
patio table. This class is perfect for the new to Tucson or new 
to potted gardens in the desert!
Presented by Marylee Pangman, Master Gardener and Owner 
of The Contained Gardener. You may brown bag a lunch to 
enjoy in the gardens or eat at the Garden's Cafe. 
Cost: Members $65 ; Non-members: $75
You must register with the Gardens.