As part of the Sustainable Landscape Workshops: Desert Lush Landscape Design for the Do-It-Yourself Homeowner (2-Part Series)Learn how to design a sustainable outdoor oasis in this two-part series. Instructor: Erin Hutton, Landscape Designer. Saturday, March 16 and 23rd from 2 pm-4 pm at the Tempe Public Library.
Get your garden growing in our unique desert environment. Learn the importance and details of soil preparation and how to work with the challenges of our climate. Proper planting seasons and strategies, growing in raised beds and resources for seeds will be covered in this informative workshop. Class is free, but you must register at: https://www.chandleraz.gov/residents/water/water-conservation/education-and-resources/landscaping-and-irrigation-workshops
Take a walking tour (2 miles) through the Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden at Chaparral Park. See water-thrifty plants in action and have your desert plant questions answered by an expert. Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Location: Southeast corner of McDonald Drive and Hayden Road near the dog park.
Come and learn where your water comes from, how it gets to your home and how the current drought impacts you and your neighbors.
Learn how our native plants can create a beautiful, low-maintenance, and low-water use landscape. Classes are free but you must register at: https://www.chandleraz.gov/residents/water/water-conservation/education-and-resources/landscaping-and-irrigation-workshops
Radiant Cooling & Other Alternatives to Conventional Air Conditioning Did you know that 43% of all electricity consumed in Phoenixmetro area homes is used for air conditioning? Learn about mean radiant temperatures and ef cient ways to remove heatwhile improving thermal comfort and saving energy. Discover the advantages of radiant cooling systems and hydronic technologies.
Don't let your irrigation controller intimidate you. Irrigation Specialist Andrew Pirrone will help you understand your yard's watering needs and teach you how to properly program your irrigation controller. Workshop includes proper watering instruction and hands-on controller programming.
Learn practical advice for maintaining a healthy, beautiful, and water-efficient lawn. Classes are free but you must register online at: https://www.chandleraz.gov/residents/water/water-conservation/education-and-resources/landscaping-and-irrigation-workshops
Master Gardener, Laura Ward, will share information about the characteristics of our desert soils and how to use fertilizers to keep your plants, shrubs, and trees healthy. She will discuss when and how to use compost and fertilizer, as well as when you can save your money and skip the fertilizer.
Caring for desert plants includes proper selection, placement, maintenance, and watering. Master Gardener Jim Oravetz will provide the basics on maintaining a thriving landscape.
City of Phoenix Water Customers:Learn how to properly water your landscape to save time and increase the health and beauty of your plants. To register for this free workshop, please visit phoenix.gov/wrc. Walk-ins are accepted as long as space permits.
City of Phoenix Water Customers: Learn how to design an earth-friendly yard using simple earthworks and low-water-use plants To register for this free workshop, please visit phoenix.gov/wrc. Walk-ins are accepted as long as space permits.
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