Desert Microclimates: Create Cooler, Healthier Gardens with Special Guest Sophea McGuirl

Name: Desert Microclimates: Create Cooler, Healthier Gardens with Special Guest Sophea McGuirl
Start: 2026-03-28T10:00:00-07:00
End: 2026-03-28T11:00:00-07:00
Location: SummerWinds Nursery Mesa: 3160 S. Country Club Dr. Mesa, AZ 85210

Schedule

Sat Mar 28 2026 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC-07:00

Location

SummerWinds Nursery Mesa: 3160 S. Country Club Dr. Mesa, AZ 85210 | Mesa, AZ

Join us to learn how creating microclimates can help plants thrive while making your outdoor spaces cooler and more comfortable in our desert environment. In this free 1-hour class, you’ll discover practical ways to modify sunlight exposure, temperature, wind, and moisture levels to support everything from water-wise native plants to fruit trees and vegetable gardens.
We’ll explore strategies like positioning shade trees and structures, using mulch and groundcovers, creating wind protection, and incorporating other landscape elements that reduce heat stress and improve growing conditions. Whether you want to conserve water, extend your growing season, or create more enjoyable outdoor living spaces, you’ll leave with practical, desert-smart ideas to make the most of your garden.
No registration required. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis in our air conditioned classroom.
About our Guest Instructor: Sophea McGuirl of @one.arizona.garden is a familiar face in the local gardening community and a trusted voice for desert growers. Through her popular Instagram account, YouTube channel, and the Sowing Green Things gardening podcast, she shares practical, real-world tips to help gardeners succeed in Arizona’s unique climate.
Known for her approachable style and hands-on experience, Sophea helps gardeners understand how light, heat, shade, and microclimates shape what grows best — making gardening more rewarding and less frustrating.
Follow her gardening adventures and tips:
📸 Instagram: @one.arizona.garden (nearly 29K followers)
📺 YouTube: youtube.com/@one.arizona.garden
🎙 Podcast: @sowing.green.things