Learn the Basics of Pruning Trees and shrubs are the most important living elements of your landscape. Join an ISA certified arborist for this introductory presentation to learn the basics of pruning to keep your investments healthy, functional, and looking great. You will learn the art and science of good pruning, including how to prune young trees for good structure, …
Did you know that drought is a natural part of the water cycle? Learn more about drought, its effect on nature and our community, water supplies, and what the City of Peoria is doing to ensure the availability of water for our future. The event is free, but registration is requested. Learn more! Please call 623-773-7137 to register or visit …
Go on a walking tour (approximately two miles) through Scottsdale's five and a half acre Xeriscape Garden with Bill Casenhiser, the Garden's caretaker. This workshop is FREE to Scottsdale residents, but advanced registration is required. Learn more! Register online or call 480-312-5690 and leave your name, address, phone number and the date(s) you would like to attend. Advance registration is required for …
The next SRP Water Conservation Expo is tentatively scheduled for March 7, 2015! Last year more than 700 people attended the seventh annual SRP Water Conservation Expo. Highlights from the most recent expo included classes about smart irrigation controller programming and xeriscape (low-water-use landscaping) and booths featuring a variety of water-saving ideas and devices. For updated Expo information, please visit: http://www.srpnet.com/water/discount.aspx
Pruning promotes the beauty, strength and health of your trees and shrubs. Learn basic pruning cuts in an outdoor setting. This workshop is free to Scottsdale residents, but advanced registration is required. Learn more! Register online or call 480-312-5690 and leave your name, address, phone number and the date(s) you would like to attend. Advance registration is required for all workshops. Confirmation …
Easy Step-by-Step Methods to Transform Your Yard Want to create your own backyard oasis? Or maybe you'd like to make your landscape more child or pet friendly. Transform your grass yard into outdoor living spaces that are colorful, fragrant, interesting, cool leisure, Mediterranean, eco-compatible, etc. This class will show you the easy step-by-step methods. You may even be eligible for …
Take control of your landscape watering with step-by-step instructions and hands-on practice adjusting the settings on your irrigation controller.
Plant for an extended blooming season. Description: Learn what to plant for an extended blooming season with plants that thrive here in the Valley of the Sun using little water and effort. The event is free, but registration is required. Learn more! Register by E-mailing Esmie Avila at eavila@avondale.org or by calling 623-333-4422.
Find out what you need to grow great veggies in the low desert. The quality and flavor of the fresh vegetables you grow will reward you all year long, especially when you garden organically. In this class, you will learn about the care and propagation of a vegetable garden and what you need to know to grow great veggies in …
A Two-Class Series on the Basics of Landscape Design This is a two-class series of workshops will teach you the basics of designing home landscapes that create attractive, comfortable, functional, and sustainable yards that are appropriate for our location in the desert Southwest. You will learn the concepts of design, how to pan for small spaces, the desert palette, plant …
A new generation of irrigation controllers can automatically adjust your irrigation schedule based on your yard’s needs and changes in weather conditions. Learn how this new technology can save up to 30 percent on your outdoor watering with Irrigation Specialist Jeff Lee.
The ins and outs of growing fruit in the desert. From the exotic to native fruits, this class describes over 20 different types of fruit, in detail. Class discussion will include watering, fertilizing, pollination, planting tips, and fruit thinning. The class is FREE, but registration is required! Learn more. Register by E-mailing Esmie Avila at eavila@avondale.org or by calling 623-333-4422.
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