Practical knowledge for growing plants in Tucson and the Sonoran Desert.
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The Pupfish Collective shares practical knowledge for growing plants in Tucson and the Sonoran Desert. We publish guides, field notes, and carefully documented trials to help neighborhood gardeners work with real desert conditions.
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Find practical guidance, local observations, and useful resources for desert growing.
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Explore recent guides, field notes, and experiments for desert gardening.
The Best Place to Store Water in Tucson Is in the Soil
We talk a lot about water in Tucson as if the problem is simply that
When to Plant Tomatoes, Peppers, and Basil in Tucson: Timing, Climate, and History
Why growing food in Tucson is really about timing and risk When asked when to