This class covers every detail of growing plants in containers. It will show you how to choose the best container and soil, as well as show you how to water your plants efficiently. You will also learn the ins and outs of fertilizing. There will be demonstrations on potting techniques and examples of different containers and soils. This class is …

Simple things you need to know! Irrigation Specialist Jeff Lee will show you how to design and install a drip system. Learn how to make your drip irrigation system efficient and easy to maintain.

Saving water, even in desert conditions isn’t hard as long as you’re smart about it. Join Gardening expert Carol Stuttard to learn some of the simple, inexpensive and low-tech gardening strategies of water-wise gardening. Find out about how to select, plant and care for vegetables, herbs, fruits and citrus for a bountiful harvest.

Learn about overcoming the low desert's alkaline soil and challenging climate. Are you frustrated with your landscape? You are not alone. Many of us are unsure how to grow plants in the low desert's alkaline soil and challenging climate. Come and learn what plants will flourish here and how to keep them happy and healthy. The class will include tips …

How to Design an Efficient Drip Irrigation System Learn how to design, install, and operate an efficient sprinkler system. This class will teach you to properly locate and place sprinkler heads and valves. You will also explore the latest innovations in water efficient lawn watering equipment. All workshops/classes are FREE OF CHARGE to Chandler utility customers, but advanced registration is …

Learn the ins and outs of selecting, planting, and maintaining structurally beautiful tress and shrubs. Avoid the hazards associated with improper pruning practices. The class is FREE - but registration is required. Learn more! Please call 623-333-4422 or email eavila@avondale.org to register. To obtain more information and tips on water conservation, visit www.avondale.org 

Taking the Mystery Out of Watering Your Yard Wondering about how long, how much and when to water your landscape? You're not alone - outdoor watering is often a place where water is wasted. This class will take the mystery out of irrigation and will teach you the how, when and where of landscape watering. Participants will learn how to …

The City of Tempe offers free landscape workshops twice a year, in the spring and fall. The workshops teach residents how to beautify their yards and conserve water through xeriscaping. The series of four workshops teaches residents how to plan, design, implement and maintain a beautifully xeriscaped yard. The workshops are held on four consecutive Saturdays, each focusing on a …

Keep your irrigation system running smoothly with these maintenance and repair techniques. Get the basics of good maintenance and troubleshooting practices, and techniques to keep your landscape irrigation system running smoothly from Jeff Lee, irrigation specialist. This class is free to Scottsdale residents. Advance registration is required. Learn more about the event! To register, call 480-312-5690 and leave your name, address, …

Plant Selection for Desert Landscaping Choosing plants that are just right for your yard is the key to landscaping in the desert. Horticulturist and Master Gardener, Kirti Mathura, will teach you basic concepts and plant choices for your desert landscape. This event is free to Scottsdale residents - but advance registration is required. Learn more about the event! To register, …