Queen Creek’s Right Plant, Right Place

Some plants do better in our desert environment than others.  To keep your yard looking its best, learn how to select and care for plants that thrive well in our desert conditions. The Town of Queen Creek offers free workshops and classes to help you reduce your water use. All workshops/classes are free of charge to Town of Queen Creek …

Mesa Landscape Classes: Gardening 101

If you’ve been thinking about planting a garden but weren’t sure where to begin, this “Garden Like a Pro” series, Kaylee Colter, registered landscape architect and native Arizonan, is here to help you start your garden off on the right foot. Learn about gardening essentials such as choosing the best location for planting, preparing for your in-ground garden or raised bed, …

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Chandler’s Free Workshop: Water 101

Learn where your water comes from, how it gets here, how we use it, and where it goes. Find out how Chandler is planning for our future and how water conservation can help.   The class is free but you must register online at https://www.chandleraz.gov/residents/water/water-conservation/education-and-resources/landscaping-and-irrigation-workshops

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Queen Creek’s DIY Drip Irrigation System Design & Installation

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. Learn techniques for cutting pipe, inserting emitters, and connecting parts and pieces. Whether you plan on doing it yourself or hiring a professional, …

Glendale’s Free Landscape Class: Irrigation Repair and Maintenance

Learn the basics about your landscape watering system, including drip, bubblers, and sprinklers. Johnathan Manning, Certified Arborist and Nurseryman, will provide a basic overview of how to design irrigation systems, troubleshoot problems, and repair common leaks. REGISTER AT: 623-930-3760 or greenliving@glendaleaz.com ADDITIONAL INFO AT: GlendaleAZ.com/WaterConservation/classesandeducation.cfm Sponsored by the City of Glendale Water Services Department – Conservation and Sustainable Living Division

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Scottsdale’s Free Landscape Workshop: “Smart” Irrigation Controllers

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A new generation of irrigation controllers can automatically adjust your irrigation schedule based on your yard’s needs and changes in weather conditions. Learn how this technology can save up to 30% on your outdoor watering with Irrigation Specialist Jeff Lee.

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Chandler’s Free Landscape Workshop – Composting 101

Come learn the process of turning yard waste and organic food scraps into vital nutrients for your garden soil. Compost reduces the need to water as frequently as well as the need for commercial soil amendments and chemical fertilizers. Class is free but you must register online at https://www.chandleraz.gov/residents/water/water-conservation/education-and-resources/landscaping-and-irrigation-workshops  

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Chandler’s Free Landscape Workshop: Create Your Own Desert Oasis (2-Part Series)

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In this two-class series (March 16 & 23), you will earn how to design an attractive yet sustainable landscape within the Sonoran Desert. The class will focus on landscape design principles and techniques; designing for small spaces; the wide array of desert-adapted plants available; as well as plant selection and combinations. The instructor will take participants through each stage of …

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Queen Creek’s The ABCs of Landscape Watering

Let’s face it—that little plastic box on the side of your house that controls the watering of your yard can be intimidating! However, it is important to know how to work your irrigation controller because outdoor watering is often the largest water use for a household. This class will teach you how to properly water the plants and grass in …