Events listing

Goodbye Grass, Hello Garden: Qualify for Rebates (VIRTUAL)

09 Jan 2025 In this class, learn about replacing your lawn with a gorgeous, watershed-wise landscape, and how rebates can help you succeed. Join us to find out about:
1. Removing turf without the use of chemicals
2. Replacing it with climate-appropriate plantings
3. How to apply successfully for a turf replacement rebate

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Drip Irrigation Essentials (VIRTUAL)

22 Jan 2025 Poor irrigation practices are the number one reason plants fail. Want to save your landscape? Come join us and learn about:
1. Understanding Soil Moisture Balance
2. Key components of a properly installed drip system
3. Typical problems with drip and how to avoid them
4. Schedule your irrigation timer to work with the drip system
5. Developing a successful maintenance practice

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CA Friendly Native Plant Landscaping (VIRTUAL)

04 Feb 2025 This is Part I of a series on learning how to design a yard using the four principles of gorgeous and watershed-wise landscaping:
1. Build A Healthy Living Soil Sponge
2. Hold Rainwater on Your Property
3. Select Local Native Plants that Minimize Water Use and Maximize Biodiversity
4. Control Your Irrigation

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Garden Design (IN-PERSON)

22 Feb 2025 In this class, you will learn how to identify critical steps for successfully designing a watershed-wise landscape. Topics include:
1. Sizing and siting the rainwater capture area
2. Developing a palette of climate-appropriate plants
3. Applying key design principles
4. Laying out a successful planting plan

Long Beach Utilities Department Headquarters, 1800 E. Wardlow Road Long Beach,  90807

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