When in drought, conserve! Starting with your outdoor watering. Learn how much, how often, and how long you should water based on the type of plants within your landscape. This class will help you determine a proper watering schedule so you're not overwatering or underwatering.
Desert landscapes are unique and offer an abundance of different design options. Looking to lower your water use by reducing grass and adding more desert adapted plants? Our landscape architect will talk about xeriscape principals and some tips and ideas for designing your desert and water friendly oasis.
Learn some simple tips and tricks to save water both inside and outside of your home.
Understand how to work with contractors to manage your irrigation system and how to hold them accountable for water usage.
Get familiar with a wide variety of cacti & succulents that will complement your desert landscape. These plants are drought tolerant, and low maintenance, yet provide a range of color, texture, and size. Learn how to choose what’s best for your landscape design to maximize your garden’s aesthetic and how to maintain them for the years to come.
“Spring into action” at the Phoenix Zoo as we explore ways to connect with nature and our pollinator friends while creating a better world for all creatures great and small. Activities include themed stations, a DJ dance party, bag-making, and more! Location: Phoenix Zoo Price: Standard Pricing
Join us for a timely discussion about the city of Glendale’s water resources, Drought Management Plan and stormwater, led by our Water Services Department. This free, family-friendly event will also include crafts for the kids, desert-wise landscape classes for the adults, water conservation resources and a plant/seed exchange. Glendale cares about the water we share! For full event schedule and …
Proper pruning is essential to keep trees and shrubs healthy, functional, and attractive. Jonathan Manning, certified Arborist and local Nurseryman, will cover pruning cuts, how to prune young trees for optimal structure, an common mistakes.
Visit the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden, at Tempe Women’s Club Park, to learn about the Seven Principles of Xeriscape and watch a tree planting demonstration by Tempe’s Urban Forester. The Tempe Public Library will also be on site with various resources and seeds from the seed library.
Celebrate Mesa and all it has to offer at this FREE family festival! Some of the fun family activities include: Live Entertainment Main Stage: Coming Soon FREE Bounce Houses and Kids Games Living Green Village Food Trucks Location: Pioneer Park 526 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85203
For people planning on removing grass, or for those wanting to redesign their landscape. Learn how to design a more coherent landscape, especially in the areas where grass has been removed. Learn how to convert your sprinkler system to a drip system and how to create a theme in your landscape.
Show Mother Earth some love and do a world of good. Discover ways to live an eco-friendly lifestyle through crafts, activities, and information booths featuring a variety of organizations promoting “green” products, conservation, and sustainability. Location: Chandler Nature Center 4050 E. Chandler Heights Road Chandler, AZ 85249 Price: Free
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