Take advantage of this timely workshop to get your garden growing in our unique desert environment. You’ll discover the importance and details of soil preparation and how to overcome the challenges of our environment. Taught by a Master Gardener, you’ll learn how to select, plant and care for vegetables / herbs / fruits and citrus for a bountiful harvest. Class …
If you’re mystified about landscape watering, you’re not alone. Watering efficiently is the easiest way to reduce your water bill. You’ll discover the importance and details of soil preparation and how to overcome the challenges of our environment Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.
Fall is a great time to tune up your drip or sprinkler irrigation system before summer arrives. If your system is giving you trouble and you don’t know why, this class will teach you how to troubleshoot and repair it like the pros. Learn how to identify the performance robbing problems in your system and what to do about them. Classes …
How smart is your irrigation controller? Chances are the answer is not too smart. A new generation of products are available that will automatically adjust your irrigation schedule based on actual site and weather conditions. These controllers can prevent irrigation when it rains, apply more water to your landscape during unexpected hot and dry spells, and automatically adjust watering to …
Local industry experts will speak about energy efficiency as it relates to construction, building codes, energy audits, the HERS index, gaining more value for appraisals, marketing and selling homes with energy efficient features for the highest possible sale value, where to start first when retrofitting a home with energy efficient features, and how to add green features to a mortgage. …
Protect your landscape investment by knowing how to properly water your plants. Learn about the basic components of an irrigation system and how to use an irrigation timer. Receive the “Landscape Watering by the Numbers” guide that takes you through how much, how long, and how often to water your plants. Please Register at (623)930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com
Trees and shrubs are the most important living elements of your landscape. Join an ISA certified arborist for this introductory presentation to learn the basics of pruning to keep your investments healthy, functional and looking great. You will learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure, the five types of pruning …
This introductory class covers the basics of pruning to keep your green investments healthy, functional and looking great. Learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure. After this class, you will be ready to prune your trees and shrubs with confidence. Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to register.
Come learn the process of turning yard waste, organic food scraps and degradable recyclables into vital nutrients for your garden soil. Compost supports plant growth, helps build resistance and tolerance to disease and creates a more absorbent soil. It also reduces the need to water as frequently as well as the need for commercial soil amendments and chemical fertilizers. Class if free, but you …
Turn your yard into a wildlife sanctuary! Learn how to create an inviting environment for hummingbirds, butterflies and other creatures using a wonderful array of beautiful native and desert-adapted plants. Class is free, however, please register.
Attention all foodies! Grow your yard and eat it, too! The Linking Edible Arizona Forests (LEAF) Network will be teaching this class on how to create a desert food forest in your yard. Mesquite, prickly pear, and agave are just a handful of tasty plants that thrive in the low desert. Gain a new appreciation of the Sonoran Desert by …
Creating water and energy efficient landscapes. Looking for advice on landscape design and/or small space renovations? This class will focus on landscape design that work for arid regions and will include easy and proper plant placement and water harvesting techniques. Each attendee will leave with a good start on their specific landscape design. Email eavila@avondale.org or call Esmie Avila at 623.333.4422 to …
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