Come join in the conversation and be inspired to grow as urban gardeners share the benefits and how-tos of growing your own fruit trees in our desert environment. Registration opens August 1st!
The low desert is great for water-wise vegetable gardening year-round since there are two fruitful growing seasons. This class will cover soil preparation, plant selection, and plant care.
Stop by to get a sneak peek at our exciting and new Monarch Haven and Reading Sanctuary garden and learn about ways you can help get it ready for its grand opening on March 28. Monarch Butterfly experts, gardeners and others will be onsite and staff will be on hand to answer questions about the project vision and volunteer opportunities …
Come join in the conversation and be inspired to grow as urban gardeners share the benefits and how-to’s of growing your own healthy food, herbs, edible flowers and fruit trees in our desert environment. Learn about our planting and harvesting seasons. Find out about the wide range of community gardens available for you to participate
A new generation of controller is available that automatically adjusts your irrigation schedule based on actual site and weather conditions. Learn how 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 reduce runoff from slopes.
The dreaded invasion of weeds into your landscape begins after the winter rains. Learn from a garden expert on how to sustainably control the weedy enemy before your entire landscape becomes a battlefield.
Explore the benefits and requirements of active versus passive rainwater harvesting, and get a special preview of the City's upcoming rainwater harvesting project.
Irrigation controllers, when used correctly, can be a beneficial tool in your landscape. Learn the basics on how to program your controller to match the watering needs of your plants.
In preparation for EPA's annual Fix-a-Leak week on March 16-22, your Surprise water conservation team will teach you how to use your water meter to locate and fix leaks inside and outside of the home.
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 often as well as the need for commercial soil amendments and chemical fertilizers.
Get the basics on good maintenance practices, troubleshooting and techniques to keep your landscape irrigation system running smoothly from Irrigation Specialist, Jeff Lee.
Cactus, unique and interesting gifts of the desert southwest. They deserve a place in everyone's landscape, either a giant saguaro centerpiece or a potted pincushion in the windowsill. This class will provide instruction on variety selection, planting/potting, water, pruning, fertilizer, and even propagation. Presented by Jonathan Manning, Certified Arborist.
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