Xeriscape Classes

Xeriscape (Water-Wise) Classes

Upcoming Class

Xeriscape is all about Gardening with Nature and conserving water used on the landscape by planting drought-tolerant plants that might grow naturally in this region, instead of creating unnatural conditions to try and persuade plants that grow naturally in a cooler and wetter ecosystem to survive here.

Our Xeriscape 101 Class covers the basic 7 Principles of Xeriscape Gardening.

Presenting the class is Sigrie Kendrick, author of the column Gardening with Nature, executive director of the Okanagan Xeriscape Association, and a Master Gardener and xeriscape specialist.

The next session of classes will be held in the Spring of 2025

Xeriscape Classes held by the Okanagan Xeriscape Association

If you wish to be notified as soon as our new class schedule is posted, email admin@okanaganxeriscape.org and ask to be put on the class notification list.

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.

PRIVATE WORKSHOPS

Our XERISCAPE (WATER WISE) GARDENING CLASS material is also available as a one day workshop locally or away from Kelowna.

Contact admin@okanaganxeriscape.org for details

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS

Introduction to Xeriscaping: 30 – 60 minute presentation for groups such as Garden Clubs, Service Clubs, Neighbourhood Associations

Contact admin@okanaganxeriscape.org for details