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Designing with the Desert: The Course

Desert Garden Design Can Be Within Reach of Everyone

🌟 Designing with the Desert--the new course is a short, foundational garden design course tailored specifically for Las Vegas-area homeowners who are ready to make intentional, beautiful changes to their outdoors--without getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice or underwhelmed by generic layouts. 


Whether you are starting with a blank slate or have an existing planting, if you’re a gardener ready to take your yard to the next level, a homeowner considering a turf conversion, or someone who simply wants to feel confident leading your own project, this non-technical, plant-focused design course is for you.

A Thoughtful Plan is Key to Success!

Go beyond over-simplistic diagrams and take your garden to a new level. A professional guides you through what you need to know to turn your garden wish list into a reality!

Purchase the Course

Designing with the Desert: Design Your Own Desert Garden with Confidence

Finally, Design Help in the Vegas Valley!

🌟 Designing with the Desert--the new course is a short, foundational garden design course tailored specifically for Las Vegas-area homeowners who are ready to make intentional, beautiful changes to their outdoors--without getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice or underwhelmed by generic layouts. 


Whether you are starting with a blank slate or have an existing planting, if you’re a gardener ready to take your yard to the next level, a homeowner considering a turf conversion, or someone who simply wants to feel confident leading your own project, this non-technical, plant-focused design course is for you.

3 Modules to Get You Thinking Like a Designer

Module 1

Module 1

Module 1

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This guide covers all you need to know to see your outdoor space through the eyes of a designer and complete an accurate plot plan. Enroll in gardening classes in Las Vegas to set your design and your garden up for success!

Module 2

Module 1

Module 1

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Understanding how to design the underlying structure, the 'bones' of your garden—the foundation of everything else to follow—is essential and often overlooked. Make your wish list come to life!

Module 3

Module 1

Module 3

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All about plants! Discover how to select plants more intelligently and arrange them in a horticulturally sound and aesthetically pleasing way to enhance your outdoor space, whether it's your front, back, side yard, or entire property. Consider joining gardening classes in Las Vegas to improve your skills and knowledge for greater enjoyment of your garden.

Meet the Instructor

Michele Chambliss, professional landscape designer and creator of Designing with the Desert: the Course.

On a Mission to Create Better Vegas Valley Gardens!

This guide covers all you need to know to see your outdoor space through the eyes of a designer and complete an accurate plot plan. Enroll in gardening classes in Las Vegas to set your design and your garden up for success!

Learn to Design Your Desert Garden with an On-Demand Course

Please reach me at Michele@perennialgardenconsultants.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

That depends on you! All modules will become available for participants to complete at their own pace.


A supply list is provided. You can design by hand or by using a program you are familiar with. The companion book, Designing with the Desert: A Thoughtful Approach to Desert Garden Design is recommended, however.


Although it could be helpful, no artistic ability is required.


This course won’t replace the experience of working directly with a professional landscape designer to transform your yard, but it will give you a solid foundation, a better eye, and a chance to put together your own workable design.


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