Water Use It Wisely

Free Workshop: Drip System Maintenance and Operation
2026-11-07 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix) | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Discover the secrets to maintaining your drip irrigation system with a local expert! Learn the essential techniques and best practices for ensuring optimal water usage and minimal waste.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Peoria - Designing for the Desert
2026-11-07 09:30 - 11:00 | Peoria Rio Vista Recreation Center, 8866 W Thunderbird Rd., Peoria, AZ, 85381, United States
A successful desert landscape starts with a thoughtful plan. Join a local landscape architect to learn best practices for designing a landscape that thrives in the desert. Explore real examples, including three Peoria-specific designs, and gain ideas you can use to create a beautiful, water-efficient outdoor space.
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Buckeye - Caring for Cacti and Succulents
2026-12-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Coyote Library – Buckeye, 21699 W Yuma Rd #116, Buckeye, 85326, United States
Discover how best to care for these tough, unique desert beauties in Arizona.
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Free Workshop: Citrus Clinic
2027-01-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
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 all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Free Workshop: The Heat-Proof Desert Landscape
2027-02-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
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 FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
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Free Workshop: Pruning & Maintaining Your Landscape
2027-03-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
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
The five types of pruning and when to use them
How to avoid the two worst pruning mistakes

You will leave this class ready to prune your trees and shrubs confidently and effectively.
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE

Free Workshop: Butterfly Gardening in the Desert
2027-04-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Queen Creek Library – Zane Grey Room, 21802 S. Ellsworth Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85142, United States
Discover how to turn your desert garden into a butterfly haven! In this class, horticulturist and author Noelle Johnson (“AZ Plant Lady”) will teach you how to attract butterflies using the four key elements of a butterfly-friendly landscape. Learn about local species, the best plants to support them, and simple design tips to create a colorful, pollinator-friendly space. Perfect for gardeners of all levels!
This FREE Water-Smart Workshop is open to all Town of Queen Creek water customers. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Register HERE
