It's Time to
Celebrate Hummingbirds!
Gala Banquet
Our 2023 Calendar
is Complete!
Our 2023 calendar is in printing and is available for pre-order now on our website. It will also be available at our Sedona Hummingbird Festival! Hummingbirds really are living jewels that bring so much joy!
In Remembrance of
Dr. Ross Hawkins
David Salman
It is with deep sadness that we share heartbreaking news. High Country Gardens founder and Chief Horticulturist David Salman passed away on Sunday, June 5th.
 
A pioneer of waterwise gardening, a passionate plant explorer, and a charismatic storyteller, David’s commitment to cultivating a palette of beautiful waterwise plants transformed gardening in the American West. Gardeners who were fortunate enough to speak with David or hear his presentations were sure to be captivated by his knowledge, experience, and passion.
 
David’s legacy will live on in the many gardens he inspired that grow more beautiful every year, and he will be profoundly missed by us all. Our hearts are with his family at this difficult time.
New Presenter
Jennie MacFarland
Bird Conservation Biologist for the Tucson Audubon Society
Jennie is a nearly life-long Arizonan that loves exploring different habitats in Southeast Arizona.

Birding is an integral part of her social life and work life and much of her free time is spent in the field birding or learning more about birds and their ecosystems.
Gems in Your Garden

How to attract and support hummingbirds in your yard
Arizona has more species of hummingbirds than any other state in the US. We are also quite lucky to have hummingbirds present year round to be enjoyed in the wilderness as well as in our gardens.

There are many features you can add to your property to entice hummingbirds to visit you when they are on migration, for nesting or just setting up territories.

We will talk about native plants, efficient water use to support your gardens and best practices for hummingbird feeders.

We will also cover the less obvious needs of hummingbirds such as water and tiny insects as well as how to reduce threats and make your yard safer for hummingbirds and other birds.
 
New Exhibitor
Charles Decker is an award winning contemporary Native American Artist. Stop by his booth during the festival to watch as he creates Live Art while talking about the history and culture of the Sedona area! He and his ancestors (Dilzhe'e Apaches) have been occupying the Sedona areas for a long time. For Charles, the Hummingbird is a very iconic/spiritual being through his cultural religion, identity, day to day movements and creation story. Decker can't wait to share his thoughts, and learn from your connections!
Hummingbird Banding
Photo of our own Hilary Morejon and her mother releasing a hummingbird at the 2019 Sedona Hummingbird Festival
A tiny numbered band is attached to a hummingbird's leg so that its movements can be scientifically followed. You will never forget seeing tiny hummingbirds up close--and maybe even being chosen to release one after it is banded!
Garden Tours
__Experience the magic of hummingbirds in the beautiful red rock setting of Sedona! Just a note, the hummingbirds are on their own schedule, and if they don't happen to be present in a particular garden when you are, you will still have a chance to see what the gardens have to offer in terms of hummingbird-attracting plants in a high desert environment.
What's Cookin'?
Make sure to bring your appetite! We have the highly desirable Merkin and Old Crow Food Trucks. We hope you also love dessert, because we have the Merkin Gelato Truck! Take a break between presentations and shopping and experience what our local food vendors have to offer!
We are thrilled to see you at the festival!