🌱 Master Gardener Discussion Hub

Maricopa County Master Gardener Training Course • Fall 2025

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Desert Vegetable Gardening

Explore the 10 essential steps to successful vegetable gardening in our unique low desert climate.

45 min 10 topics Week 11
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Plant Selection, Placement & Care

Master site selection, climate zones, plant types, and cultural needs for Arizona landscapes.

45 min 6 topics Week 12
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Pruning Techniques

Learn proper pruning methods for trees, shrubs, specialty plants, and fruit production.

45 min 10 topics Week 13
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Cacti & Succulents

Identify and care for desert-adapted plants including agaves, cacti, yuccas, and more.

45 min 6 topics Week 14
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Citrus

One of Arizona's 5 C's! Learn about growing citrus in the desert.

75 min 7 topics Week 15

How to Use These Discussion Boards

Each interactive board is designed to facilitate engaging, trainee-driven discussions. Click on plant emojis to reveal discussion questions, then expand reference sections after your group has shared their thoughts and experiences.

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Guided Questions
Thoughtful prompts to spark meaningful conversation among trainees
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Collapsible Answers
Reference material hidden until you're ready to reveal it
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Progress Tracking
Visual indicators show which topics you've covered
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Desert-Focused
All content tailored for Arizona's unique climate zones