• Landscape Workshop – Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Tour

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    Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden Tour – Go on a walking tour through Scottsdale’s 5.5 acre Xeriscape Garden with Bill Casenhiser, the Garden’s caretaker, and learn about beautiful, water thrifty plants that thrive in our desert environment.

  • Sprinkler Design & Installation

    DRAB TO FAB BACKYARD REHAB: AND THE WINNER IS…

    Learn how to design, install and operate an efficient sprinkler system. This class will teach you properly locate and place sprinkler heads and valves. You'll also explore the latest innovations in water efficient lawn watering equipment. Register online at http://www.chandleraz.gov/water

  • Yard Watering & Timer Programming

    DRAB TO FAB BACKYARD REHAB: AND THE WINNER IS…

    Wondering about how long, how much and when to water your landscape? This class will take the mystery out of irrigation and will teach you the how, when and where of landscape watering. Participants will learn how to program an irrigation timer using actual controllers (timers). Register online at http://www.chandleraz.gov/water

  • Earth Day at The Phoenix Zoo!

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    It’s a Party for the Planet! On Saturday, April 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. be sure to celebrate Earth Day, conservation and nature at the Phoenix Zoo. Water – Use It Wisely will be joining in on the fun once again with our fun-in-the-sun duck float trivia contest. Children young and old can test their water know-how, then …

  • GOING NATIVE: SAVORING THE SOUTHWEST

    Plant of the Month - Yellow Bells, Orange Bells, & Much More!

    Learn about the challenges of being green in a water-starved land with Keynote speaker and workshop presenter and author, Gary Paul Nabhan. Learn about water harvesting, savor local foods, see cooking demonstrations, make your own Seed Bombs, and much more! Water – Use It Wisely is sponsoring Ryan Wood from Watershed Management Group to speak about rainwater harvesting. Conference Fee: …

  • Maximize Your Irrigation

    DRAB TO FAB BACKYARD REHAB: AND THE WINNER IS…

    Are you puzzled by the irrigation system installed by the builder or previous owner? Learn how to identify the performance robbing problems in your system and what to do about them. You may be surprised, ripping out the old system and starting over is rarely needed. Register online at http://www.chandleraz.gov/water

  • “Smart” Irrigation Controllers

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    How smart is your irrigation controller? A new generation of products are available that will automatically adjust your irrigation schedule based on actual site and weather conditions. These controllers can prevent irrigation when it rains, apply more water to your landscape during unexpected hot and dry spells, and can help save up to 30% on your landscape watering. Rebates of …

  • “Smart” Irrigation Controllers

    DRAB TO FAB BACKYARD REHAB: AND THE WINNER IS…

    How smart is your irrigation controller? A new generation of products are available that will automatically adjust your irrigation schedule based on actual site and weather conditions. These controllers can prevent irrigation when it rains, apply more water to your landscape during unexpected hot and dry spells, and can help save up to 30% on your landscape watering. Rebates of …

  • Summerizing Your Landscaping

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    Learn how to set the watering schedule, program the timer, and keep your plants from getting sunburned. Speaker: Jon Anderson, Sunshine Irrigation and Light. All classes will be held in the auditorium at the Surprise Police Department located at 14250 W. Statler Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374. All classes are held on Saturday, once a month, and start at 10 AM …

  • Summerizing Your Landscaping

    Lake-Mead-Low-Water-Levels-Hoover-Dam

    Learn how to set the watering schedule, program the timer, and keep your plants from getting sunburned. Speaker: Jon Anderson, Sunshine Irrigation and Light. All classes will be held in the auditorium at the Surprise Police Department located at 14250 W. Statler Plaza, Surprise, Arizona 85374. All classes are held on Saturday, once a month, and start at 10 AM …

  • Water Wise Edible Gardening

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    Get your garden growing in our unique desert environment. Learn how to prepare beds and select, plant and care for vegetables, herbs, fruits and citrus for a bountiful harvest. Click to register now!

  • “Chandler Smart” Landscaping

    Each two-class series will teach you the basics about landscaping in our desert. You will learn the concepts of design, how to plan for small spaces, the desert plant palette, plant selection and plant combinations. Series 1: Saturday, September 14 & September 21  or  Series 2: Saturday, October 5 & October 12 Click here to register for Series 1: Saturday, Septmber …