Come learn all about the process and benefits of turning yard waste and organic food scraps into vital nutrients for your soil. Compost reduces the need to water as often, as well as the need for commercial soil amendments and chemical fertilizers.

The SRP Water Expo brings together members of our community virtually to celebrate water in the Valley and discover ways to conserve at home.

The SRP Water Expo brings together members of our community virtually to celebrate water in the Valley and discover ways to conserve at home.

Take the mystery out of watering your landscape by learning how often, how much, and how long you should water. You'll learn how to address dry areas in your lawn, irrigation parts and valves as well as, how to adjust stations on your irrigation controller.

Irritated with your irrigation system? Jonathan Manning, certified Arborist and local Nurseryman, will share information about how to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair common issues with sprinklers, drip, and bubblers. Click here to view a full listing of our classes.

Get familiar with a wide variety of intriguing sculptural forms that can embellish your desert landscape.  These plants are drought tolerant and low maintenance, yet provide a range of color, texture, and size – who could ask for more?  Learn how to use them for maximum effect in your garden.

Come take a tour of the Peoria Fusion Demonstration Garden with city staff as we talk about the benefits of xeriscaping and show examples of design and desert plant selection. March 12 - Saturday at 9 a.m. Fusion Xeriscape Garden - 8401 W. Monroe Ave.

Does your landscape need a makeover? Perhaps just a tune up? This class will show you how to develop a plan for your yard and incorporate design elements. You’ll also learn about using colors, textures, and focal points to your advantage. Lawn removal/conversion will also be discussed along with rebates offered.

Gone are the days of being intimidated by your irrigation controller. It’s time to take control! Jonathan Manning, certified Arborist and local Nurseryman, will explain how to efficiently water your landscape. Participants will receive hands-on experience with programming by practicing with an irrigation controller in class. Click here to view a full listing of our classes.

Learn how to create a garden habitat for various pollinators (hummingbirds, butterflies, moths, and bees). Many native and low water use plants appropriate for our desert environment provide brilliant color and fragrance for our enjoyment, as well as providing for pollinator needs.  

How big of a tree do you need? A tree that is too big for it’s location will eventually lead to the damage of surrounding sidewalks, neighbor disputes, and eventually the huge cost of removal. In this class a certified arborist will go over small to moderate tree options that work with our climate including photos, pros, cons, and tips …

Saving seeds is easy, exciting, and encourages well-adapted plants. Learn about collection methods and the best seeds to save to ensure healthy, true-to-type plants. Melissa Kruse-Peeples is a certified Master Gardener with the Maricopa County Master Gardeners program, Program Coordinator for ASU Garden Commons, and former Seed Educator with Native Seeds/SEARCH. Click here to view a full listing of our …