Plant for an extended blooming season. Description: Learn what to plant for an extended blooming season with plants that thrive here in the Valley of the Sun using little water and effort. The event is free, but registration is required. Learn more! Register by E-mailing Esmie Avila at eavila@avondale.org or by calling 623-333-4422.
Find out what you need to grow great veggies in the low desert. The quality and flavor of the fresh vegetables you grow will reward you all year long, especially when you garden organically. In this class, you will learn about the care and propagation of a vegetable garden and what you need to know to grow great veggies in …
A Two-Class Series on the Basics of Landscape Design This is a two-class series of workshops will teach you the basics of designing home landscapes that create attractive, comfortable, functional, and sustainable yards that are appropriate for our location in the desert Southwest. You will learn the concepts of design, how to pan for small spaces, the desert palette, plant …
A new generation of irrigation controllers can automatically adjust your irrigation schedule based on your yard’s needs and changes in weather conditions. Learn how this new technology can save up to 30 percent on your outdoor watering with Irrigation Specialist Jeff Lee.
The ins and outs of growing fruit in the desert. From the exotic to native fruits, this class describes over 20 different types of fruit, in detail. Class discussion will include watering, fertilizing, pollination, planting tips, and fruit thinning. The class is FREE, but registration is required! Learn more. Register by E-mailing Esmie Avila at eavila@avondale.org or by calling 623-333-4422.
The One for Water 4-Miler is a fun, local race that offers something for everyone -- a fast course, desert scenery, fabulous prizes, swag, food, and a "tank chaser" to beat a running toilet. Whether you're an intense or laid-back runner, this chip-timed, 4-mile loop run promises a unique blend of the traditional race with some distinctive moments. New for …
Turn your yard into a wildlife sanctuary! Horticulturist and Master Gardener Kirti Mathura will teach you how to create an inviting environment for birds, butterflies and other creatures using a wonderful array of native and desert adapted plants.
Tracking Down Sneaky Leaks Find and fix leaks that are draining your budget! According to the EPA, the average household loses more than 10,000 gallons of water each year through leaks-the same amount of water needed to wash 280 loads of laundry, take 600 showers, or meet the average family's water needs for a month! The smallest leaks can add …
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 …
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Gardeners Gone Wild! Hear from two Glendale homeowners about how they developed their own desert-friendly yards to attract pollinators, including birds and butterflies. They did it, so can you! 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Create a Beautiful Yard with Native Plants. Learn how to create an attractive, colorful and water-smart landscape with native …
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.
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