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What a change a week can make. It looks like our 100+ degree days are overπ€πΌ and we're now enjoying dramatic cooling and rain (possibly a lot in some places). The conditions for planting will be near ideal next week as the rain softens the soil and makes digging much easier. I can't wait to get some of my new plants in the ground!
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Next weekend there are so many plant sales, you may have a hard time deciding which one/ones to attend. Tohono Chul, Pima County Master Gardeners, Mission Garden, and Native Seeds/SEARCH all have their fall plant sales next weekend. It would be hard to hit them all, but you can try. π Get the particulars in the Tucson Gardening Events Calendar (link below)
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Today's featured plant is a little-known aloe that I picked up at Home Depot last fall. I have since divided the pups and now have 2 planters full and one large-ish plant (about 1 foot tall and wide) on a berm. I've also seen them at Lowe's. For $5, this plant has been a highly successful experiment.
What you'll find in this week's newsletter:
Featured plant: Aloe 'Diablo'
9 things to consider before buying a landscape plant
Plant sales galore!!!
What to do in the garden in October
Upcoming gardening classes & events
and more!
Aloe βDiabloβ: Devilishly Attractive
With blue-green leaves lined with distinctive red margins, aloe βDiabloβ is an eye-catcher. βDiabloβ means devil, but this plant is friendlier than it sounds, since the βteethβ are fleshy rather than sharp. βRead more here β
Free Wildflower Seeds!
If you plan on sowing wildflower seeds this fall, now is the time to acquire them. If you live in Arizona, you can order a packet of free Sonoran Desert wildflower seeds from Water - Use It Wisely, Arizonaβs leading water conservation campaign.
9 Things to Know Before Buying a Desert Landscape Plant
Desert landscape plants are an investment. Choosing the right plant can save you time, money, and disappointment. Here are the top factors to consider before making any major purchase. βRead more here β
Tucson Garden Events & Classes
There are lots of garden events, classes, and plant sales coming up soon. Upcoming highlights include: β* Meet Your Natives @ Pima County Master Gardeners β* Fall Vegetable Gardening @ Harlow Gardens β* DIY Desert Garden Design @ Tucson Botanical Gardens
Not in Tucson? Look for online classes. You can participate in these no matter where you live.
October: What to Do in the Garden This Month
October is prime time for planting desert landscape plants. Hereβs a look at what you can plant this month, tips for taking care of your new plants, how to adjust your watering schedule, and more.
Be a successful desert gardener. Find everything you need to know to create and maintain a beautiful, carefree desert landscape in our weekly newsletter.
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