Are you curious about a low-water landscape, but don't know where to start? Learn how to create new textures, colors and depth in your yard or garden. You'll knock your creativity into gear as we introduce the necessary foundations for creating a beautiful and functional water-wise landscape. Thurs., July 22 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the Aurora Water-wise Garden, located on the grounds of the Aurora Municipal Center at the corner of Chambers Avenue and Alameda Parkway. Register here.
Walking into a garden center can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what you need. Our master gardener will share her extensive experience growing plants suited to Aurora. We’ll take you on a guided tour through the Aurora Water-wise Garden and show you our top-recommended trees, shrubs, perennials and grasses.
Weds., July 28 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at the Aurora Water-wise Garden, located on the grounds of the Aurora Municipal Center at the northwest corner of Chambers Avenue and Alameda Parkway. Register here.
There are plenty of low-water turf alternatives to water-guzzling Kentucky bluegrass. In this 3-minute video, Water Conservation Specialist Zach Versluis shows us several less-thirty alternatives to help lower your water bill and reduce the time spent maintaining your yard. Click the image at right to view.
Get a jump-start on your vegetable garden this year. In this episode, we'll teach you the benefits of starting vegetable seedlings at home. Follow our method and you'll have your warm-season plant babies all ready to plant in your garden. Click the image at right to view.
In this episode, Senior Water Conservation Specialist Diana Denwood explains why deeply tilled beds with plenty of compost will make your garden productive — not only in this growing season but for years to come. Click the image at right to view.
Senior Water Conservation Specialist Diana Denwood shares her favorite fruit and vegetables to grow in Aurora and along the Front Range. Ready to get off of the gardening "bunny slope?" She provides a list of expert and intermediate-level plants to try when you're ready to tackle something new. Click the image at right to view.
Colorado is wildly tasty! In this episode, you'll learn about some of the wild foods you can forage or grow in your own water-wise yard. Aurora Water's presenter, Senior Water Conservation Specialist Diana Denwood, is an avid hiker and outdoor enthusiast. Click the image at right to view.
Watch out, all you gardeners — pests are after your veggies. In this short video, our garden specialist talks about the most common pests you're likely to encounter in your garden and what to do if they're bugging you. Click the image at right to view.
Building healthy soil makes for better gardening and wiser watering. In this video, Diana talks about how to create the best foundation for vegetable gardens no matter what your soil type. Are you ready to get your hands dirty in the soil? Click the image at right to view.
Are you curious about a low-water landscape, but don't know where to start? Learn how to create new textures, colors and depth in your yard or garden. You'll knock your creativity into gear as we introduce the necessary foundations for creating a beautiful and functional water-wise landscape. Click the image at right to view.
This class is for those who like to do projects themselves. The class will cover the process involved in converting your existing landscape into a water-wise landscape, from grass removal and soil amendments to planting plants and proper irrigation. Click the image at right to view.
If you’ve ever bitten into a homegrown tomato still warm from the sun, you know the benefits of growing your own food. Learn how to design, install and care for your very own vegetable garden to save water and grow healthy and bountiful plants. Click the image at right to view.
Get answers to all of your lawn irrigation questions, such as, “How do I change the watering times on my controller?” “What features should I look for in a system upgrade?” and “What does that knob do again?” Learn about your system components, tune up and adjust your sprinkler system for maximum efficiency and learn how to check for leaks in this interactive and informative class. Click the image at right to view.