Classes, Gardening
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member Vegetable gardens can thrive year-round in Tucson, but it might not feel that way if your garden is suffering during the summer heat. In this class, desert gardening expert Michael lsmail will share with you the strategies he uses to get great results, even through the heat of summer. Upcoming […]
Classes, Gardening
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Mastering the Art of Watering Summer Container Gardens 95% of container plant failures in the desert are due to improper watering. Marylee walks you through how to hydrate your pots the right way—by hand, with confidence. Learn how to avoid runoff, repair water-repelling soil, and keep your containers moist without […]
Classes, Art
$55 Non-Member / $44 Member Roses are widely recognized as symbols of love, beauty, and romance, with specific colors carrying unique meanings, such as red for passion and white for purity. Roses are widely recognized as symbols of love, beauty, and romance, with specific colors carrying unique meanings, such as red for passion and white […]
Classes, Art
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member The Sonoran Desert abounds with birds! Let's celebrate the desert's rich avian diversity through art. We'll use graphite pencils to create dynamic sketches that capture the personality of Greater Roadrunners, Curve-billed Thrashers, and Elf Owls. All art materials provided by Tucson Botanical Gardens. Class Capacity 18 Upcoming Classes
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member When we observe the world around us in sketches and illustration, we see so much more detail. Learn drawing and watercolor painting techniques that will allow you to capture and communicate what you observe. This creative class will guide students of all skill levels to closely observe nature and in […]
Classes, Art
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member From javelina to gila monsters, explore some of the Sonoran Desert's most unique wildlife in this explorative ink painting class. We'll practice flowing wet-on-wet and […]
Classes, Wellness
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Dive deeper into exploring essential oils by making your own Aromatherapy Journal. We will explore the folklore, modern uses and benefits of Sweet Orange, Lavender, […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to drawing and micro-pen techniques. Our muse? Penstemon! We will explore the icon of the desert florals and then […]
Classes, Art
$45 Non-Member / $36 Member Make a classic and timeless bracelet with an antiqued silver flower as a focal, antiqued silver flowers and black accents, and an antiqued silver flower […]
Classes, Nature & Ecology
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member As part of the 14th annual National Moth Week, we explore the fantastic world of moths. There are at least 10 times more species of […]
Classes, Wellness
$36 Non-Member / $29 Member Explore the healing power of the desert in this hands-on workshop where you'll learn to craft herbal oil infusions using local plants like chaparral and […]
Classes, Art
$30 Non-Member / $24 Member This class is a great introduction to watercolor. We will explore the desert beauty, Penstemon as our subject but with a relaxed and creative approach. […]
Did you know?
TBG still has original plants from the Porter Family that date back almost 100 years.