Smart controllers automatically adjust your irrigation schedule by not watering when it rains, applying more water during the hot dry summer, and reducing runoff on slopes through cycle and soaking. Learn how to program your smart controller to water efficiently based on your landscape's design, the type of plants, and weather conditions.
Tue., Feb. 7, 6-7 p.m. on Zoom. In this 60 minute online program you will: Get the latest news about drought and our water supplies Learn how saving water means protecting the environment while keeping more money in your pocket Find out how water is typically used in a household Hear how to get a free Water-Saving Kit Learn about …
Chandler initiated its water conservation program in 1990 with the goal of instilling a strong water conservation ethic and permanently reducing water use. We have seen great success; however multiple decades of drought and a looming shortage should motivate us all to further examine our water use for long-term sustainability. This class will provide tools and resources to determine if …
The time to plan and plant your spring garden is here! Nothing is tastier than a fresh meal made from homegrown vegetables. Learn what garden plants do the best in our climate and some gardening do’s and don’ts for Arizona that will help your plants thrive and provide this spring.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener, growing food in the desert can be difficult. This class provides advice and tips on how to make your garden more productive in our desert climate. Learn how to design your garden to be water efficient, how to prep your soil, what & when to plant and how to maintain your fruit …
Review the basics of outdoor watering efficiency. This workshop covers sprinklers, drip, bubblers, microbubblers and hose watering, along with a brief overview of earthworks and graywater systems. The workshop will be held on Microsoft Teams (Link provided closer to workshop date).
Learn how to turn your yard waste and organic food scraps into vital nutrients that recycle back into the soil. Compost soil reduces the need for water, and additional fertilizers, and reduces the amount of waste produced at home.
If you are thinking about putting in a new drip irrigation system in your yard, this class can help you learn how to design and install an efficient drip irrigation system. Whether you plan on doing it yourself or hiring a professional, this class will boost your knowledge of what goes into designing and installing a drip irrigation system.
Get the basics on maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing residential irrigation systems and learn how to identify the various components of an irrigation valve box.
Salt River Project (SRP) invites Valley customers to learn about water conservation and water supplies. Approximately 40 exhibitors will be at the event, including municipalities, water organizations, the Water – Use It Wisely campaign, and vendors with water-efficient products. Classes include: smart irrigation controller classes with Hunter and Rachio representatives, Irrigation 101 with Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply and Easy Care with Xeriscape …
Do you ever look at the trash item in your hand and ask, can I recycle this? Recycling staff will walk you through what items are recycled in Peoria and what items have to stay in the trash. The more we can recycle right in Peoria the more waste we can divert from our landfills!
Design with water efficiency in mind! Understand basic design principles to create a beautiful Arizona-friendly landscape. Erin Hutton is a Landscape Designer and instructor for the Desert Botanical Garden’s Design Credential.
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