Glendale - Growing Fruit Trees in the Desert
2021-10-27 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Our unique and extreme climate in central Arizona makes growing fruit trees a challenge. Come learn how to care for citrus trees and a variety of other fruit trees that can thrive here locally. Jonathan Manning, a certified arborist, will share his 30 years of experience growing fruit trees in the Sonoran Desert.
Sponsored by the city of Glendale Water Services Department, Conservation and Sustainable Living Division. In order to attend, you must register for individual events and include an email address, so that you can be contacted with the Zoom login information.
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Peoria - Transplanting and Cutting Success
2021-11-06 09:00 - 10:30 UTC | Rio Vista Recreation Center
Learn all about how to successfully transplant plants and how to make cuttings of current plants, to grow elsewhere in the landscape. The instructor will also talk about certain plants that work best for cuttings and the best time of year to plant.

Chandler/Queen Creek - Smart Irrigation Controllers
2021-12-04 18:00 - 19:30 UTC
Adjusting your watering schedules more often saves water and is better for the landscape. The most accurate way is to adjust the watering each time based on the weather since the last time it watered. Learn how smart controllers do all this on their own and how to select the right controller for our region and your yard.

Instructor: Jeff Lee

Peoria - Spine-tacular Cactus
2022-01-15 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Rio Vista Recreation Center
Cactus are uniquely suited to our desert climate and they are coveted by collectors all over the globe for their distinct and unique character. There are a few varieties that give you the most bang for your buck including beautiful flowers, amazing form, and easy to care for. Join us and find out more about these superstars, including selection, care, and even propagation.
January 15 – Saturday at 9 a.m.
Rio Vista Rec Center – 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

Chandler - Smart Irrigation Controllers
2022-01-22 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Phoenix)
Adjusting your watering schedules more often saves water and is better for the landscape. The most accurate way is to adjust the watering each time based on the weather since the last time it watered. Learn how smart controllers do all this on their own and how to select the right controller for our region and your yard.

Mesa Water Sources, How We Use It, and Ways to Save It
2022-01-22 14:00 - 15:30 UTC
Go from being a passive water user to an active water steward by attending our Living Green series. This month’s topic is water and water conservation.
Get your questions answered about the City of Mesa’s water supplies, what we are doing to manage our water resources, and how we use water in day-to-day operations. The program will include a short overview of the City’s Climate Action Plan and our commitment to making Mesa a greener community.
We’ll provide you with the tools and our best techniques to reduce your water use both indoors and in your landscape. You’ll save water and money, too. Each participant will get landscape booklets and a water conservation kit.
This program will be presented by Brian Draper from City of Mesa Water Resources and Donna DiFrancesco from Environmental Management & Sustainability.
LOCATION: Red Mountain Library, 635 N. Power Road, Mesa.

Glendale - Before You Lose the Lawn
2022-02-05 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Are you ready to say goodbye to your water-thirsty lawn forever? Explore different options for removing grass and designing and installing an attractive, Arizona-friendly landscape. Jack Gilcrest is a Landscape Architect and instructor for the Desert Botanical Garden’s Desert Landscape School and The Design School at ASU.
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Chandler - Desert Gardening 101 (Garden Prep & Raised Beds)
2022-02-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced gardener just looking for tips to make your garden more productive in our desert climate, this class is for you. You’ll learn how to plan, start and maintain a vegetable garden, as well as what will grow here and when to plant.

Glendale - Desert-Friendly Landscapes for Beginners
2022-02-16 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Treeland, Treeland Nursery, Mesa, 85210, United States
Are you new to the Valley or have a newfound interest in desert plants? Discover common misconceptions associated with desert gardening and the fundamentals for watering, fertilizing, and pruning. Kirti Mathura, garden author, has over 17 years of experience working at the Desert Botanical Garden and is currently the Program Coordinator for Smartscape at the University of Arizona’s Cooperative Extension.
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Peoria - Spring Vegetable Gardening
2022-02-19 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Rio Vista Recreation Center
Nothing is tastier than a fresh meal made from homegrown vegetables. Learn what plants do the best here and some gardening dos and don’ts for Arizona that will help your plants thrive and provide this spring.
February 19 – Saturday at 9 a.m.
Rio Vista Rec Center – 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

Annual SRP Water Conservation Expo
2022-02-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-02-24 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-02-26 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Phoenix)
The SRP Water Expo brings together members of our community virtually to celebrate water in the Valley and discover ways to conserve at home.

Chandler - Composting 101
2022-02-23 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Come learn all about the process and benefits of turning yard waste and organic food scraps into vital nutrients for your soil. Compost reduces the need to water as often, as well as the need for commercial soil amendments and chemical fertilizers.

Chandler - Watering Basics for a Healthy Landscape
2022-03-01 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Take the mystery out of watering your landscape by learning how often, how much, and how long you should water. You’ll learn how to address dry areas in your lawn, irrigation parts and valves as well as, how to adjust stations on your irrigation controller.

Glendale - DIY Irrigation Maintenance, Troubleshoot, and Repair
2022-03-02 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Treeland, Treeland Nursery, Mesa, 85210, United States
Irritated with your irrigation system? Jonathan Manning, certified Arborist and local Nurseryman, will share information about how to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair common issues with sprinklers, drip, and bubblers.
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Chandler - Cacti & Succulents For Desert Gardens
2022-03-08 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Get familiar with a wide variety of intriguing sculptural forms that can embellish your desert landscape. These plants are drought tolerant and low maintenance, yet provide a range of color, texture, and size – who could ask for more? Learn how to use them for maximum effect in your garden.

Peoria - Tour the Desert Fusion Garden
2022-03-12 09:00 - 10:00 UTC
Come take a tour of the Peoria Fusion Demonstration Garden with city staff as we talk about the benefits of xeriscaping and show examples of design and desert plant selection.
March 12 – Saturday at 9 a.m.
Fusion Xeriscape Garden – 8401 W. Monroe Ave.

Chandler - Basic Yard/Lawn Makeover
2022-03-15 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Does your landscape need a makeover? Perhaps just a tune up? This class will show you how to develop a plan for your yard and incorporate design elements. You’ll also learn about using colors, textures, and focal points to your advantage. Lawn removal/conversion will also be discussed along with rebates offered.

Glendale - Irrigation 101: Control Your Controller
2022-03-19 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Gone are the days of being intimidated by your irrigation controller. It’s time to take control! Jonathan Manning, certified Arborist and local Nurseryman, will explain how to efficiently water your landscape. Participants will receive hands-on experience with programming by practicing with an irrigation controller in class.
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Chandler - Gardening for Pollinators
2022-03-22 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Learn how to create a garden habitat for various pollinators (hummingbirds, butterflies, moths, and bees). Many native and low water use plants appropriate for our desert environment provide brilliant color and fragrance for our enjoyment, as well as providing for pollinator needs.

Peoria - The Best Small Desert Trees
2022-03-26 09:00 - 10:00 UTC
How big of a tree do you need? A tree that is too big for it’s location will eventually lead to the damage of surrounding sidewalks, neighbor disputes, and eventually the huge cost of removal. In this class a certified arborist will go over small to moderate tree options that work with our climate including photos, pros, cons, and tips on special care.
March 26 – Saturday at 9 a.m.
Rio Vista Rec Center – 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

Glendale - Basics of Seed Saving
2022-03-30 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Treeland, Treeland Nursery, Mesa, 85210, United States
Saving seeds is easy, exciting, and encourages well-adapted plants. Learn about collection methods and the best seeds to save to ensure healthy, true-to-type plants. Melissa Kruse-Peeples is a certified Master Gardener with the Maricopa County Master Gardeners program, Program Coordinator for ASU Garden Commons, and former Seed Educator with Native Seeds/SEARCH.
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Chandler - Pruning and Maintaining Your Landscape Shrubs
2022-04-05 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
This easy to understand workshop will teach you about planting and pruning techniques as well as proper plant selection to keep shrubs healthy and looking great.

Peoria - Wildlife Friendly Landscapes
2022-04-09 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Rio Vista Recreation Center
Now more than ever our native wildlife needs help to continue to thrive in our urban areas. You can help by turning your yard into a mini wildlife sanctuary! It’s easy to create an inviting environment for birds, butterflies and other creatures using a wonderful array of native and desert adapted plants.
April 9 – Saturday at 9 a.m.
Rio Vista Rec Center – 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

Peoria - Recycling 101
2022-04-16 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Rio Vista Recreation Center
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!
April 16 – Saturday at 9 a.m.
Rio Vista Rec Center – 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

Glendale - Savvy Succulent Spaces
2022-04-16 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Glendale Main Library, 5959 W Brown St, Glendale, Arizona, 85302
Liven up your home with spectacular succulents! Explore how to successfully grow succulents that are well-suited to the low desert, whether grown in the ground or in containers. Starr Urbatsch, the Agave, Aloe, & Non-Cactus Succulents Collections Manager at the Desert Botanical Garden, will also share information about appropriate species that thrive indoors.
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Tempe - Stump the Gardener
2022-04-20 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Phoenix) | Tempe Public Library, 3500 S Rural Rd. Tempe, AZ 85282, 3500 S Rural Rd, Tempe, Arizona, 85282, United States
The Tempe Public Library and Municipal Utilities Department Water Conservation will be hosting a Stump the Gardener event at the Tempe Library Lower Level from 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. on April 20, 2022. This drop-in only event will feature experts and resources related to gardening, landscape and water conservation. Visit to receive answers to questions, check out a seed packet and pick up landscape brochures at no additional cost. Families are welcome, and educational activity books for children will be available.

Peoria - Resilient Landscapes
2022-04-20 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Rio Vista Recreation Center
Is your landscape resilient to our regions extreme climate and low precipitation? A landscaping expert will walk you through the ways you can increase the resiliency and health of your landscape while still providing shade, color and an aesthetically pleasing view.
April 20 – Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Rio Vista Rec Center – 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

Chandler - DIY Drip Design and Install
2022-04-21 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix)
Whether you plan on doing it yourself or hire a professional, this class can help you learn what to look for and the questions to ask before you start. You’ll gain hands-on practice with cutting pipe, inserting emitters, and connecting parts and pieces. Taught by a certified irrigation specialist.
