Glendale: Bringing the Rain to Roots

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

No matter if it's falling from the sky or running down a driveway, rain is a precious resource in the desert. This special edition of the Green Living Series will dive deeper into the importance of keeping stormwater clean and maximizing the benefits of rain in your landscape. Agenda: Stormwater Basics | 5:30 to 6pm | Only rain in the …

Virtual SRP Water Conservation Expo

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Water you doing to conserve this summer? Secure your spot and join us online for the virtual 2025 SRP Water Conservation Expo from noon to 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 15! This one-hour virtual webinar is available to anyone with a smart phone or computer who wants to learn how to reduce water use and purchase a smart irrigation controller (limit 1) for $60 …

Mesa: Hiring a Pro – Finding the Best Contractor for Your Landscaping Project

Mesa Main Library 64 E 1st Street, Mesa, AZ, United States

Part of Xeriscape Done Right: A Water-Wise Landscaping Series. Join us for Part II of the free workshop series on Mesa's Grass-to-Xeriscape Program! Whether you’re updating your landscape or planning a major home improvement project, this free workshop is designed to help you confidently navigate the contractor process and avoid common missteps. You’ll get expert guidance on: How to find the …

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Glendale: Growing Herbs in the Desert

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

A variety of hardy herbs, including rosemary, oregano, and cilantro, grow well in the low desert and can easily be added to a beginner's garden. Reap the healing rewards of herb gardening by learning about plant selection, soil preparation, and proper watering from Horticulturist and Arborist, Tony Sarah with Earth's Original Organics.

Glendale: Composting 101

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

Did you know? Between 30 to 40 percent of food is wasted and sent to the landfill. Composting is an earth-friendly solution for managing food waste and creating a healthy and sustainable garden. Dig up the basics of turning yard waste and kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich compost with Master Gardener and Landscaper, George Reconco with Native Landscape & Garden.

Glendale: From Grass to Xeriscape

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

Replacing grass lawns with desert-friendly landscapes saves time, money, and water. While summer is the ideal time to remove grass, fall is the perfect time to reimagine your landscape. Learn the step-by-step process of removing turf, and designing and installing a beautiful, water-wise, low-maintenance landscape from Water Conservation Consultant, David Pratt with the City of Scottsdale.