• Classes are designed for those with no previous gardening experience as well as those who have spent years working with plants.
• Mastership Programs are designed to provide students with layered, structured tracks of study that will enrich their learning experience and expand upon existing knowledge of gardening in the desert.
• Programs are presented both in and out of doors at the Desert Botanical Garden and taught by experts in desert environments.
• Students may enjoy individual classes or pursue a Mastership Certificate of Completion by fulfilling the guidelines below.
• Previous class credit: Students wishing to obtain a Mastership Certificate may apply previous class credit toward selected classes. To apply for credit for previous classes, please complete the Previous Class Credit Form. Previous credit is subject to approval.
• Students will be awarded a Mastership Certificate upon completion of 12 classes outlined below:
Four core classes
Five elective classes in one Mastership Track
Three additional elective classes from any Mastership Track
• Mastership Programs can be completed within three years by taking one class per quarter; there is no time limit to complete a Mastership Program.
Core classes will get you started in your garden. They are introductory in nature and will help you build a solid foundation in whatever type of gardening endeavor you pursue. For students wishing to obtain a Mastership Certificate, the Garden recommends completing these four core classes prior to participating in electives within a selected mastership track. This will ensure the highest quality, comprehensive experience. Core classes may be taken in any order.
• Design Basics
An introduction to design concepts for creating a successful garden
• Native Plants–The Elegant Solution
The benefits of using Sonoran Desert plants
• Environmental Challenges of Desert Gardening
Understanding the unique soils, climate and water concerns in our desert environment
• Caring for Your Desert Garden
Tips on selection, planting and caring for your garden plants
For a complete Mastership Program Information Packet call 480-481-8146.
