Date: Monday, November 16, 2026 Time: 10:00 - 12:00 PM Location: Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Guided walking tour through Scottsdale’s demonstration garden. It’s the perfect way to see how desert-friendly landscaping can be both stunning and simple! Register HERE!
Explore best practices in selecting and planting new trees to enhance your Arizona desert landscape. Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Audience: Open to all Cost: Free Format: Online Website: Workshops | City of Tempe, AZ More information to register: conservation@tempe.gov Location: Microsoft Teams (link will be sent after registration) Register HERE!
Join us for Part II of the Watering in the Arizona Desert Series Are you looking for ways to save water while keeping your landscape flourishing and lively? Maybe you’re hoping to reduce your water bill or simply want to discover how small changes at home can make a meaningful difference in conserving water. Whatever your motivation, rainwater harvesting can …
Those timers with the dials and buttons can be intimidating but once you learn how they operate them they’re very easy to program. With this class you can master programming these to get the right amount of water to your landscape and keep your water bill from skyrocketing in the summers. You’ll also learn about some of the advanced functions …
Discover how best to care for these tough, unique desert beauties in Arizona. Register HERE
Cultivating backyard fruit in the desert can be challenging. However, with knowledge and proper care, home gardeners can successfully grow citrus. Join us at this free class to learn the ins and outs of planting, pruning, watering and fertilizing, as well as simple pest and disease diagnosis and care from a local expert. This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to …
The Sonoran Desert is one of the most ecologically diverse deserts in the world. Explore the variety of edible plants offered by this and other surrounding deserts. Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Audience: Open to all Cost: Free Format: In-person Website: Workshops | City of Tempe, AZ More information to register: conservation@tempe.gov Location: Tempe Public Library (3500 S. Rural Road), …
Discover landscaping tips and tricks for a changing climate. Join us to learn how selecting more resilient plants, implementing efficient irrigation methods and using appropriate soil amendments can lead to landscaping success. Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Audience: Open to all Cost: Free Format: In-person Website: Workshops | City of Tempe, AZ More information to register: conservation@tempe.gov Location: Tempe Public …
Hotter summers and record-breaking temperatures are taking a toll on desert landscapes. In this class, horticulturist and author Noelle Johnson ("AZ Plant Lady") shares practical strategies for creating a heat-resilient garden. Learn how to identify signs of heat stress, reduce reflected heat around your home, and discover her top picks for “heat-proof” plants that thrive in extreme desert conditions. This …
Using proper planting techniques can promote long-term tree health. This workshop will feature common planting mistakes and is taught by the Tempe Community Services Department’s Urban Forestry Team. Time: 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Audience: Open to all Cost: Free Format: In-person Website: Workshops | City of Tempe, AZ More information to register: conservation@tempe.gov Location: Women's Club Park (1265 N. College …
Trees and shrubs are the most essential living elements of your landscape. Join us for this free class taught by a local expert and learn the basics of pruning to keep your investments healthy, functional and looking great! You will learn the art and science of good pruning at this workshop, including: How to prune young trees for good structure …
Learn recommended practices for converting grass to low-water-use xeriscape landscapes. Free resources will be available at this workshop to help you plan and execute a successful conversion. Time: 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Audience: Open to all Cost: Free Format: In-person Website: Workshops | City of Tempe, AZ More information to register: conservation@tempe.gov Location: Tempe Public Library (3500 S. Rural Road), …
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