Stop Guessing. Start Growing a Beautiful Desert Garden - Without Wasting Money on Plants that Die
Learn exactly what to plant, when to plant it, and how to care for it in a hot, dry climate — so your garden thrives and you stop spending money fixing costly mistakes.
✔ Know which plants actually survive desert heat
✔ Avoid overwatering (and high water bills)
✔ Stop replacing plants that fail
✔ Create a landscape that looks good year-round
Are You Tired of Wasting Time and Money on Plants That Don't Thrive?
- Plants that die after one season
- Watering but still struggling
- Landscapes that never look “finished”
- Confusion about what actually works
This Course Can Save You Hundreds — Even Thousands — in Your Garden
If you’ve been:
- Replacing plants year after year
- Overwatering (and paying for it)
- Hiring help that doesn’t fix the problem
You’re not alone.
Desert gardening requires a completely different approach.
Inside DG 101, you’ll learn how to:
- Choose plants that thrive
- Water correctly
- Avoid costly mistakes
- Reduce maintenance
This online course costs less than replacing six plants that don't survive the desert heat.
And most people lose far more than that before they figure out what actually works.
“I was wasting money on plants that kept dying—this course changed everything.”
“I’ve already saved time and money—and finally understand what works.”
Enroll Today and Get Lifetime Access
✔ Self-paced
✔ Watch anytime
✔ Designed for desert climates
Enroll Now & Save $100
30-day money-back guarantee
“Well worth the investment...even after years of gardening, I still learned something new.”
Pleasure to meet you!
Hi! I'm Noelle Johnson and I've helped thousands of desert-dwellers create beautiful, thriving desert gardens.
- You may know me better as 'AZ Plant Lady', horticulturist, landscape consultant, and author of the books, Dry Climate Gardening and The Water-Smart Garden.
- I've built a successful career as a landscape consultant and instructor where I help people like you learn how to garden in a challenging climate.
- But, I didn't always know how to garden in the desert - there is a long trail of dead plants in my past to prove it. I killed just about everything I planted. However, I knew that there had to be a way to learn how and I was determined to figure it out.
- After learning my degree in horticulture and a 25+ year career, I have been helping desert dwellers learn how to be successful in creating their own landscape in a hot, dry climate.
- Since then, I've worked with the Associated Press, the Desert Botanical Garden, CNN, HGTV, NPR, PBS, Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine, Tucson Botanical Gardens, and the folks at Water Use It Wisely.
- All, to help people just like you garden in the desert.
IMAGINE if you could...
- Walking outside and loving your yard?
- Know what plants will do best in the desert along with how to care for them
- Plants thriving through summer
- No more guessing
- Less maintenance, less cost
“I was ready to give up—now I actually enjoy being outdoors again.”
HOW IT WORKS
- Work at your own pace:
All the course information is online and available 24/7 in a simple private login area.
- Learn how you learn best:
The course is delivered in video format along with written resource downloads. So in other words, you can watch the videos and explore the resource guides to your way to desert garden success.
- Review as often as you like:
All the materials are yours to keep. This means you can come back after stepping away for a while and it will all be there to refresh your memory.
Here is what you get in Desert Gardening 101:
Nine Video Training Modules
-Learn how to select plants that actually thrive in desert conditions so you stop wasting money on replacements
-Discover strategies to ensure plant survival, from the 'perfect hole,' amendments, and when to plant
-Stop pruning plants the wrong way and learn how to prune the right way for beauty and health
-Learn about what plants need fertilizer, pest control, how to protect from the cold, and lawn care
-Learn how to water correctly so your plants survive and thrive - without wasting water or money
-Create an attractive landscape with easy-to-learn design principles for maximum curb appeal and function
-Learn the vital components for growing flowering annuals, succulents, perennials and more in containers
-Discover how to enjoy fruit and vegetables throughout the year in our hot, dry climate
“I was able to apply what I learned right away and started seeing results almost immediately.”
BONUS CONTENT
Heat-Proof Plants for the Desert Garden
- Recent summers have been brutal with record-breaking temperatures
- In this bonus guide, plants that are proven to thrive our hotter summers
- Plants will continue to be added to this evolving list
Plant Lists
- Curated lists of my favorite plants that I have grown and recommend for the desert garden.
- Detailed information on each plant including bloom season, recommended exposure, and mature size.
- How to maintain each plant, including pruning and fertilizing.
- Recommended plant pairings so you know which plants to match them up with.
- You will AVOID choosing the wrong plants and select the 'right' plants to suit your taste and style knowing they will do well in your garden!
Video Training - "The Pros and Cons of Buying Plants From Big Box Stores"
- Ever wonder if you should buy plants at your local big box store?
- In this training video, I show you that not all plants sold at big box stores do well in the desert climate. In fact, some they sell won't grow in the desert no matter what you do!
- You will SAVE MONEY by learning when it is okay to buy plants there AND when you should head to your local nursery instead.
The course is broken up into 9 Modules (42 video lessons) + 3 Value-Packed Bonuses
The videos are designed to teach in bite-size pieces (Most lessons run 12-15 min each).
All the modules and bonuses are available the moment you sign up so you can start immediately. (No waiting).
You can go through the lessons at your own pace - as slow (or quickly) as is convenient for you.
You will be able to implement what you learn right away and see the results!
What Students Are Saying
“I started seeing results in my landscape almost immediately—and I’ve already saved both time and money.
Desert Gardening 101 gave me the knowledge and confidence to take action right away. I went through each module and was able to apply what I learned as I went, which made a huge difference.
It’s been a fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to turn their yard into a beautiful desert garden.”
- ROBERT YONTZ
“I used to buy plants only to watch them die. It was frustrating and expensive."
Desert Gardening 101 showed me exactly what I was doing wrong—and how to fix it. Now I feel confident in my choices, and I love knowing I can go back to the lessons anytime I have a question.
The way Noelle teaches—with photos and videos—makes everything so easy to understand.”
- CATHY SHEPHERD
"Now I'm becoming the expert I was looking for!"
After moving to the Phoenix area, I quickly realized how different—and challenging—desert gardening is compared to what I knew before.
Desert Gardening 101 gave me the guidance and confidence I needed to get started. The lessons are clear, beautifully organized, and easy to follow—and I love that I can go back to them anytime.
I finally feel equipped to create my own desert garden.”
- LAURIE WOLF
"This curse has been a complete 180 for me."
After moving from Milwaukee, I struggled with desert gardening and ended up killing more plants in three years than I ever had before.
Desert Gardening 101 helped me understand what I was doing wrong—and now we’re already fixing the problems in our landscape. I’m seeing real progress and finally feel like I’m on the right track.
Plus, Noelle is a fantastic teacher—everything is so clear and easy to follow.”
- BARB TERSCHAN
“This is the best class I’ve found for learning how to garden in the desert."
Gardening here is so different from what I was used to back East, and this course helped me finally understand what works.
I’m already going back to the lessons as I prepare for spring pruning, which makes it incredibly valuable. It’s absolutely worth the investment.”
- DENISE AHOLA
“I’ve learned so much from Desert Gardening 101—and I now feel confident tackling challenges that used to completely stump me."
Noelle’s clear, friendly teaching style makes the lessons stick—I even find myself hearing her guidance as I garden.
As a bonus, I’ve been able to share what I’ve learned with my adult sons, which has made it even more special.”
- LINDA YOWELL
Desert Gardening 101 is a self-study course so you can learn at your own pace.
The course materials are available to you for the lifetime of the course.
WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE DIFFERENT?
Desert Gardening 101 is designed specifically for gardeners living in hot, desert climates — including USDA Zones 8–10. Whether you’re in Phoenix, Tucson, Las Vegas, the Coachella Valley, the Colorado River Valley, or similar desert regions, the guidance inside is tailored to the unique challenges of gardening in extreme heat and low rainfall.
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How Does It Work?
- What happens after I purchase?
You will instantly receive an email with your login instructions. This is how you will access the members area. When you login to the members area, you will find a welcome video and you can dive into all the modules and bonuses right away.
- Do I get full access all at once?
Yes! The entire course and bonuses are available the moment you log in.
- Can't I just take an in-person class?
Most gardening classes cover a single topic while this class covers everything from plant selection, placement, pruning , watering, design, and so much more!
In Desert Gardening 101 you can revisit any lesson at any time you like, unlike an in-person class.
The lessons build upon each other which streamlines the learning process. So, you learn a lot more in much less time.
- How long do I have access to Desert Gardening 101?
You will have lifetime access to Desert Gardening 101 and any updates to the class at no additional cost. Pay once and enjoy it forever!
- Is my credit card secure when I make the purchase?
Yes. All payments are processed through our payment processor and are 100% secure.
- What if I'm not satisfied?
No problem. I am confident that Desert Gardening 101 is an incredible value so I offer a full 30-day money-back guarantee.
Let this be the beginning of your journey...
Start Your Desert Garden Transformation
Don't Spend Another Season Guessing
I'd love to help you learn what you need to know to create, grow, and maintain a beautiful garden that thrives in a hot, dry climate!
“I stopped guessing...I finally feel confident...I wish I had taken this sooner.”
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