Andrea Guerrette – October 2026 Andrea Guerrette exemplifies the service and commitment that for many years have benefited CMGA. A longtime member, Andrea served four years as treasurer on the association’s Executive Board and has served as vice president for the past year. She has contributed to many enjoyable activities, including working with the parking team at CMGA’s annual Plant Sale. Andrea and her husband, Galen, also organize the raffle at monthly association meeting

By Richard McCormick By October, the garden has usually taught us a few things. Some plants thrived, others struggled, and a few projects may not have turned out as planned. Before putting away your tools for winter, taking time to reflect on the growing season could benefit your future gardening endeavors. Gardeners spend plenty of time planning what to plant, but less time recording what actually happens. A few notes about harvests, watering, pests, and weather can make nex

By: Elizabeth Johnson Master Gardeners Jan Holland Hailey, Tami Sipos, and Vicki Lane at the 2026 CMGA Plant Sale. Photo by Elizabeth Johnson. I fell in love with plants and gardens in my early 20s and have nurtured that love for several decades. My experiences range from gardening to small-scale farming, from native plants to plant evolution. I know I’m not alone in my love of plants. As the program coordinator of the University of Arizona’s Coconino County Master Gardener p