Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026 6 - 7:30 p.m. Hamilton Library 3700 S. Arizona Ave. Chandler, AZ 85248 Presented by Noelle Johnson (AZ Plant Lady) Ready to save water, reduce maintenance, and create a beautiful, drought-tolerant landscape? This workshop will guide you through the process of converting your grass lawn or redesigning your current landscape into a lovely xeriscape garden. You …
Scottsdale Water Conservation staff will share best practices for removing grass at your home and converting your irrigation system from sprinklers to drip. The City of Scottsdale’s residential grass removal rebate terms will be covered as well as a discussion on proper plants to include in your conversion project. Date: Thursday, September 10, 2026 Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm Location: Mustang …
Discover how best to care for fruit trees in Arizona for health and yield. Register HERE
Monday, Sept. 14, 2026 6 - 7:30 p.m. Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Road Chandler, AZ 85249 Presented by Judy Mielke Are you interested in plants native to the Arizona desert? We welcome you to come learn about native plants that will look beautiful and thrive in your landscape. You will learn the importance of native plants, proper …
Are you interested in learning the fundamentals of gardening and growing a budget-friendly vegetable garden? Join us as we dig into the basics of soil preparation, plant selection, watering, and seasonal care tips for a thriving low-desert veggie garden. This class is a beginner-friendly guide to growing your own food in an accessible manner taught by Water Conservation Specialist, Emily …
Date: Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 Time: 10:00 - 11:30am Location: Via Linda Senior Center Join us to learn more about how to read and understand the charges on your water utility bill. You will also learn how to register and use WaterSmart, a free water monitoring portal for Scottsdale Water Customers. Register HERE!
Did you know that food grows in the natural desert? Peggy Sue Creekmore of The Desert Kitchen will show you how to identify, harvest, process and eat many of the local edible trees, weeds, and cacti so that you can increase your food security and become more self-sustainable. Register HERE
Join Master Gardener Cathy Rymer and discover the secrets to planting, irrigating, and growing vegetables in our desert environment! You will also learn to identify garden-friendly bugs and safely manage the ones you’d rather not host. This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required. Register HERE
Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026 10 - 11:30 a.m. Sunset Library 4930 W. Ray Rd. Chandler, AZ 85226 Presented by Ryan McCartney Learn from Chandler's Urban Forester how to plant your trees and shrubs for long-term success. The workshop will include a demonstration of the best planting practices, as well as tips for selecting plants, staking, and future care. Come, ask …
Join us for Part I of the Watering in the Arizona Desert Series. If you've ever been unsure how to water your landscape, this workshop is for you. Learn when, how often, and how much to water using simple techniques from the newly updated Landscape Watering by the Numbers guide. You'll discover how to measure your irrigation system's output, make seasonal adjustments, and …
Short on space but still want to grow plants? Container gardening is a flexible and effective way to garden in the desert. Our plant expert will talk about container types and sizes, potting mix, water, fertilizer, and a list of plants that actually prefer growing in containers. Register HERE
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026 Time: 9:00 - 11:00am Location: Civic Center Library Did you know 70% of Scottsdale’s residential water use occurs outdoors? Join us to gain knowledge on how to take control of your landscape. You’ll learn how to troubleshoot common irrigation problems, how to avoid common watering mistakes, and much more. Register HERE!
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