XERISCAPE (WATER WISE) GARDENING CLASSES

This two-night class is an introduction to the Seven Principles of Xeriscape. It contains practical information for people who want to make changes to an existing landscape as well as for those who are new to gardening in the Okanagan and for people who are creating a new landscape.

Okanagan Xeriscape specialist, Gwen Steele uses her extensive photo collection to illustrate the principles of design and planning, soil improvement, practical turf areas, efficient irrigation, use of mulch, good maintenance, and appropriate plant selection. She will tell you how to get started with xeriscape and where to find further information.

Xeriscape landscapes are colourful and attractive. With the diversity of water wise plant species available, almost any style of gardening is possible. The easy to follow principles will guide you in using methods to garden in harmony with nature. Learn simple ways to drastically reduce landscape water use while at the same time saving time and money. Maintenance will be reduced – less mowing, trimming, weeding, watering and fertilizing are needed. Plants will thrive. Healthy plants are highly resistant to pests and diseases thereby reducing or eliminating the need for chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

XERISCAPE CLASSES WILL RETURN IN THE FALL 2013

PRIVATE BOOKINGS

This class is available for private booking as two 2-hour sessions or as one 4 – 5 hour workshop at any location. Please contact Gwen Steele at gwen@okanaganxeriscape.org for further information.

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