Whether you’re dealing with sprinklers that overspray, outdated controllers, or just want to take advantage of rebates, this session will help you take control of your water use while maintaining a healthy landscape. Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike!
In this class, we will cover:
- All the components of a typical home irrigation system
- High-efficiency irrigation upgrades
- Drip basics and when to use it
- Smart irrigation controllers and weather-based scheduling
- How to qualify and apply for SoCalWaterSmart or local rebate programs
Each participant will be able to select a native wildflower seed packet of their choice to take home.
After the workshop concludes, for those who wish to stay, we will be offering a raffle give-away of some of our favorite waterwise California native plants. We will also tell you a bit about each one, why it is one of our favorites, and the garden situations in which it is likely thrive. Our Waterwise Community Nursery will also be open for shopping from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Our instructor for this workshop will be Jacob Jones, Conservation Specialist at Chino Basin Water Conservation District and the Waterwise Community Center. His work at CBWCD focuses on public education on efficient irrigation and all aspects of waterwise landscaping. Jacob holds a degree in plant science from Cal Poly Pomona.
