Taste Your Yard and Hotel Saguaro Puppet Shows

Join us for a FREE puppet show and learn about the importance of the saguaro cactus to the Sonoran Desert. Participate in a fun pre-show activity to learn about edible plants that you can grow in your backyard. This program is funded by the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, and the USDA Forest Service. This institution is an …

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Taste Your Yard and Hotel Saguaro Puppet Shows

Drab to Fab Before

Join us for a FREE puppet show and learn about the importance of the saguaro cactus to the Sonoran Desert. Participate in a fun pre-show activity to learn about edible plants that you can grow in your backyard. This program is funded by the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, and the USDA Forest Service. This institution is an …

Free

Free landscape workshop: Take Control of your Landscape Watering

Proper watering techniques can help your plants stay healthy and beautiful all year. In this two-part class learn how much water your plants need and how often they need it, then practice programming an irrigation controller. Class is free, however, please register.

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Free landscape workshop: The dirt on compost

Compost is the black gold essential to successful gardening with many herbs and vegetables. Discover how easy it is to produce your own magical soil amendment and save space in our landfills. Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

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Free landscape workshop: Landscape Makeover

Take your landscape from drab to fab with design basics. Get step-by-step instructions on designing a successful yard makeover. Learn tips and techniques on space planning and improved plant health. Class is free, however, please register.

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Free Landscaping Workshop – Basic Yard Makeovers

Want to create your own backyard oasis? Or maybe you'd like to make your landscape more child or pet friendly. Transform your grass yard into outdoor living spaces that are colorful, fragrant, interesting, cool leisure, Mediterranean, eco-compatible, etc. This class will show you the easy step-by-step methods. You may even be eligible for a rebate of up to $3,000. Class …

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Free landscape workshop: Vegetable gardening in the low desert

Take advantage of this timely workshop to get your garden growing and learn strategies to overcome the challenges of our environment. Class will cover planting seasons and watering. Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

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From Garden to Table: Desert Herb Gardening

Drab to Fab Before

Do you want to start growing fresh herbs in your garden? A variety of hardy herbs, including rosemary, oregano, and thyme, grow well in the low desert and can easily be included in your garden. This class will cover plant selection, soil preparation, and proper watering. Bon appétit! Please register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com

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Free landscape workshop: Basic irrigation parts, troubleshooting, & repair

A properly designed and installed irrigation system uses the least amount of water while keeping plants healthy. Learn how to identify and correct problems and maximize the efficiency of your irrigation without having to replace your old system. Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.

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Free Irrigation Workshop – Do It Yourself Drip Irrigation

If you are thinking about putting in a new drip irrigation system or modifying an existing one, this class can help you learn what to look for and the questions to ask before you make the investment. You'll gain hands-on practice with cutting pipe, inserting emitters, and connecting parts and pieces. Whether you plan on doing it yourself or hiring a …

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