About this event
In this Do-It-Yourself workshop you will discover the facets of drought-tolerant gardening, species selection, spacing, and general care and maintenance. Learn how to leverage Valley Water's landscape rebate program and execute your own lawn bust!
This is a two-day, workshop in which you will learn the following skills:
Day 1: Friday, July 29th Virtual presentation 6:00pm-6:30pm
Design & species selection
Water runoff abatement strategies
Sheet mulching & solid amendment application
Day 2: Saturday, July 30th In-person 9:30 am- 12:30 pm
Landscape installation
Mulching
Watering
Q & A
Virtual meeting will be shared via email prior to the event.
Location: Our City Forest Urban Forestry Educational Site, 391 Chynoweth Ave, San Jose, CA 95136
Earn 50% off your next purchase of shrubs and perennials at our Community Nursery upon completion of both workshop dates.
If you are unable to attend the In-person session, you are welcome to attend just the virtual presentation, however, you will not receive the 50% discount.
This workshop is intended for adults and homeowners looking to convert their own lawns; we kindly ask any high school volunteers to please find a different Our City Forest volunteer even to attend. Thank You!
Disclaimer: At this event, you may be working with individuals who are unvaccinated. Please use your discretion in taking the proper precautions.
Cost: Free