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Low Water Use Landscaping Class Thursday, June 27, 2019

Want to save water* in your home landscape but aren't sure how to get started? The Stanislaus UCCE Master Gardeners have a free class that can help! We will cover:

  • Small irrigation changes you can make now to start saving water
  • How to design a low water use landscape
  • Irrigation tips
  • Plants that thrive in low water landscapes

Low water use landscape. (Karrie Reid, UCCE San Joaquin)
Low water use landscape. (Karrie Reid, UCCE San Joaquin)

We will also answer these questions:

  • Should I "break up with" (tear out) my lawn?
  • What kind of water rebates are available if I do?
  • How can I save water and keep my lawn?
  • Are cacti and succulents the only plants I can grow to save water?

Class Details
Thursday, June 27, 2019 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Stanislaus County Agricultural Center, Harvest Hall Rooms D&E
Sign up at http://ucanr.edu/lowwater2019 or call Anne Schellman at (209) 525-6862 to reserve your space.

 

*Over half the water used in urban homes goes towards outdoor landscapes.
Source: Public Policy Institute of California https://www.ppic.org/publication/water-use-in-california