Water Smarts

Learn about smart landscape design, desert plants and watering responsibly with these great FREE classes offered by the Glendale Water Conservation Program

Your landscape can be a desert paradise with minimal watering needs. Find out how you can get the most out of your landscape design by attending one or more of these free classes for homeowners from the City of Glendale Water Conservation Program. Call (623) 930-3760 to register.

• Plants on Parade
  Date: Feb. 13
  Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  Place: Glendale Main Library Auditorium
  Puzzled by all those plant names and wondering what would look good in your garden? Garden author Mary Irish will present Plants on Parade. Come find just the right shade tree, pretty perennials and sturdy succulents to accent your garden.
  
  
• Water Harvesting
  Date: March 7
  Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  Place: Glendale Main Library Auditorium
  Learn basic tips on how to direct rainwater to your plants—using fun, simple and innovative techniques. Get the information you need to assess and map the rainwater harvesting possibilities specific to your landscape situation. The class is presented by Jo Miller, City of Glendale Water Conservation Program Manager.
  
  
• Selection and Care of Trees
  Date: April 18
  Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  Place: Glendale Main Library Auditorium
  Are you looking for a tree for your desert landscape?, Learn what trees will do well in this climate, how to select a good one from the nursery, and how to plant and care for it.
  
  
• Understanding and Maintaining Your drip irrigation system
  Date: May 15
  Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  Place: Glendale Main Library Auditorium
  Learn the basics about your water system - drip, bubblers, or sprinklers. This class provides a basic system overview, including system design tips, how to repair common leaks, and water scheduling. Understanding and maintaining your system will keep your plants healthy and your system running efficiently.
  
  
• Setting Your Irrigation Controller
  Date: June 19
  Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
  Place: Glendale Main Library Auditorium
  If knowing how to water your plants is a mystery to you, you are not alone. Protect your investment in your landscape by learning and practicing efficient watering techniques. Learn easy-to-follow steps to determine the amount and frequency of water needed for your landscape plants, trees, and grass (including winter grass). Hands-on instruction with “practice” timers is provided.

Provided by the City of Glendale Water Conservation Office. Call (623) 930-3760 to register.
CLICK HERE to visit the Water Conservation Website.