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
Get familiar with a wide variety of intriguing plants that can embellish your desert landscape. These plants are drought tolerant and low maintenance, yet provide a range of color, texture, and size. Learn how to use them for maximum effect in your garden.
Don’t know where to start in designing/renovating your landscape? This is the class for you. Step-by-step inspiration on how to design a beautiful landscape with minimal maintenance and water needs.
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 …
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 …
Easy, practical advice to help you maintain a healthy, beautiful and water efficient lawn. Learn how to properly water and care for lawns with an emphasis on the installation and watering of lawns.
Pruning promotes the beauty, strength and health of your trees and shrubs. Learn basic pruning cuts in a hands-on outdoor setting from ISA Certified Arborist John Eisenhower. This popular class fills quickly so register early! Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Location: Southeast corner of McDonald Drive and Hayden Road near the dog park.
Your garden bed is prepared, you’ve got your seeds, and you’re ready to grow. Now discover how to kick the sustainability of your home garden up a notch with our "Garden like a Pro" series. Kaylee Colter, registered landscape architect, is back with tips on reducing water usage, growing organic, and the basics of composting.
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.
Is your toilet running? Well you better catch it… and tips to find and fix other leaks around the house. This workshop will take you through best practices and common problem areas to check when looking for leaks. Save water and money and empower yourself to be a leak detective!
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
Any time is a great time to check for leaks in your irrigation system, but most importantly when the heat of the summer hits and you are running your landscape watering systems more often. If your system is giving you trouble and you don’t know why, this class will teach you not only how to locate your problems but also …
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