This event is free. All gifts are appreciated.—they help the garden grow.

Help plant agave at Mission Garden!  Learn more about this food’s ancient methods and future possibilities.

Come plant agave in our Tomorrow’s Garden, in the style of traditional Hohokam-era agave plantings on nearby Tumamoc Hill. These agave will feed bat pollinators in the garden, then might just be roasted in our pit at a future festival. At the end of the planting, Archaeologist Allen Denoyer will demonstrate the use of a replica agave knife, used for cutting leaves off agaves in preparation for roasting.

No experience necessary, and families are welcome! All tools and gloves will be provided. Long pants and hats are recommended.

This event is in conjunction with the Agave Heritage Festival. Learn more about the festival at agaveheritagefestival.com