The Basics (not pH!)
This gardening practice minimizes waste by reusing food scraps and yard debris.
What is...COMPOSTING!
Composting turns this type of kitchen waste into nutrient-rich soil.
What are fruit/veggie scraps
This type of irrigation system delivers water directly to a plant's roots.
What is drip irrigation?
This state tree of Arizona blooms with vibrant yellow flowers in the spring.
What is a Palo Verde Tree?
These small pollinators are essential for helping flowers and crops grow.
What are bees?
Using straw, wood chips, or bark to cover soil is called this, and it helps retain moisture.
What is mulching!
These small creatures break down organic material in a compost pile.
What are worms
These gardening structures collect rainwater to use for irrigation
What are rain barrels?
This iconic Arizona plant is a type of cactus and can grow over 40 feet tall.
What is the saguaro cactus?
Installing a bath can attract these animals, which help control insect populations.
What are birds?
This practice involves growing plants that help each other, like tomatoes and basil.
What is companion planting
You should avoid adding these to compost, as they attract pests and take too long to break down.
What are meat and dairy products
Grouping plants with similar water needs together is called this.
What is hydro-zoning?
This low-maintenance flower, known for its bright yellow color, thrives in desert climates.
What is the desert marigold?
This type of reptile is common in Arizona gardens and helps control pests like crickets and beetles.
What are lizards?
Instead of synthetic chemicals, sustainable gardeners use these natural methods to control pests.
What are organic/biological pest controls
Composting needs two types of materials: greens for nitrogen and this for carbon
What are browns
This gardening method minimizes water loss by growing plants without disturbing the soil too much.
What is no-till gardening
This drought-resistant shrub has fragrant purple flowers and is often used in landscaping.
What is lavender?
Planting milkweed in your garden can support the life cycle of this butterfly species.
What is a monarch butterfly?
This term describes the use of garden methods that meet the needs of the present without harming future generations.
What is SUS-tainability
This composting method uses specialized worms to create "black gold."
What is vermicomposting?
These devices reduce water evaporation from garden soil while adding visual interest.
What is mulch?
This native grass is popular for erosion control and is part of Arizona’s natural desert ecosystem.
What is blue grama grass?
These nocturnal desert creatures are known for eating harmful garden pests like slugs and snails.
What are toads?