Glendale – Irrigation System Basics

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

Take control of your irrigation system and save water! Jonathan Manning, Certified Arborist and Manager from Elgin Nursery and Tree Farm, will provide a hands-on experience with programming a basic irrigation controller, and demonstrate simple repairs or retrofits that can help maintain or increase your system’s efficiency.

Peoria- Watering Plants in the Desert

Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, United States

Are you looking at your plants and asking yourself, did I water enough? In this class our expert will give you tips on how to ensure your plants are getting the right amount of water at the correct frequency. The key in the desert is to water deeply but infrequently and we will give you the tools you need to …

Chandler – Rainwater Harvesting

City of Chandler Downtown Library 22 S Delaware St, Chandler, AZ, United States

Reduce water use and save money with a well-designed, passive rainwater harvesting system. Register Here: chandleraz.gov/water

Peoria- Low Maintenance Desert Yards

Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, United States

Looking to re-vamp your landscape with a more desert-hardy and low-to-no maintenance flare, but unsure where to start? In this class a xeriscape design expert will walk you through important best practices for design, desert-adapted plant selection, and plant location tips that will help your landscape thrive, with little extra from you. Register Here! 

Glendale – Basic Yard Makeover

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

Does your landscape need a makeover? Learn how to begin your drab to fab renovation, no matter how small or large the space. Cathy Rymer, Master Gardener, Certified Arborist, retired Water Conservation Coordinator, author and experienced horticulturist, will share everything you need to know from planning, to turf removal, to plant selection, to renovate your yard with water conservation in-mind.

Buckeye – Pruning for Winter and Frost Protection

Coyote Library - Buckeye 21699 W Yuma Rd #116, Buckeye, United States

Learn how to properly prune your plants and trees for best optimal health and beauty as well as what to in case of frost. Register Here!

Tempe- High Efficiency Commercial Indoor Fixtures

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Investing in high efficiency indoor water using fixtures can save money, water and sometimes even energy. Learn about various products available to businesses and which ones may qualify for city rebates. Register Here! 

Avondale – Does Your Garden Have A Drinking Problem?

Sonoran Conference Room 11465 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, AZ, United States

We use most of our water (up to 70%) in our outdoor landscapes. Do you know how to water your garden correctly for optimal benefits and water efficiency? Would you know how to detect an outdoor leak? This is the perfect class to help you water your garden correctly, save water and save money. Register Here!

Queen Creek’s Drip Irrigation System Maintenance

Town of Queen Creek Library 21802 S Ellsworth Rd, Queen Creek, AZ, United States

Discover the secrets to maintaining your drip irrigation system with Master Gardener Jeff Lee! Learn the essential techniques and best practices for ensuring optimal water usage and minimal waste. This FREE Water-Smart Workshop will be held on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Queen Creek Library's Zane Grey Room (21802 S. Ellsworth Road).

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Peoria- Irrigation Repair

Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, United States

Does your irrigation system need a little TLC to get back into efficient operation? In this class we will walk through the most common irrigation repairs to help you get your landscape and water systems back in the green. Register Here!

Glendale – Milkweed for Monarchs

Glendale Main Library 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona

If you plant it (milkweed), they (monarchs) will come! Monarch populations are declining at a rapid rate due to many factors, including the loss of milkweed habitat. Natalie Melkonoff, Plant and Insect Ecology Program Manager at the Desert Botanical Garden, will discuss the monarch and the right type of milkweed and nectar plants to use when creating a monarch-friendly habitat. …