Enjoy a guided plant hike along one of our trails to see all the beauty the desert plants have to offer. We will be along a portion of the San Tan trail which is mostly flat with some uneven/rocky surfaces so please wear closed-toed shoes. We will do an out and back of about 2...
Learn about how planting seeds and caring for plants can teach us about caring for ourselves and give us hope for the future. Are we just bipedal houseplants with complicated...
September is Parks for Pollinators month and we are celebrating here at the Riparian Preserve! Join us for this one-day workshop focused on the critters that pollinate the plants of the Southwest. You will play fun games, do crafts, make a visit to our pollinator demonstration garden, and even take home a plant for your...
This workshop guides you through a selection of hydrosols, flower essences, and essential oils chosen for seasonal comfort and support. You’ll learn a variety of applications like cleansing a room or personal space and simple daily pause practices for keeping centered and grounded. Follow along step-by-step to make your own custom Autumn Equinox Mist to...
Discover how best to care for fruit trees in Arizona for health and yield. Register HERE
Come to the Vista Grande library for bi-monthly gardening tips. The presentations are given by University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners. September 12th- Herbs
What makes a tree the BEST choice for your landscape? Consider what you want in a tree. Lifespan, shade, form, evergreen, flower...all characteristics to consider when choosing that perfect desert...