Compost provides valuable nutrients for your garden soil. Compost helps retain moisture, which saves water, suppresses weeds, prevents soil erosion, and loosens compacted soils for better drainage and water retention. It is rewarding to know you are turning waste into a nutrient rich organic material for your garden. FREE CLASS

A three- hour workshop for homeowners, led by EcoLandscape California's irrigation expert and landscape designer. This workshop addresses selecting, grouping and spacing climate-appropriate plants; plant water-use requirements; emitter placement for plant establishment and maturity and so much more. Learn about the watershed-based approach to healthy landscapes: Reducing run-off of water and pollutants from our yards... Read more »

Learn how to turn your yard clippings and food scraps into soil enriching compost. We’ll cover getting started, various composting methods, bins, equipment and how to use your compost. Each family will receive a free compost bin—truck, van or SUV needed to transport. Call 916-746-1550 or visit roseville.ca.us/explore to register; use code 76829 Please register... Read more »

This workshop addresses the needs of homeowners who have replaced their lawns with water-wise ornamental landscapes. Using River-friendly principles, it answers questions such as how to maintain and “grow” a drip irrigation system; when and how to trim ornamental grasses and prune shrubs; how to manage weeds and insect pests in an environmentally responsible manner;... Read more »

With summer coming soon, it is very important to preserve our water resources, while protecting the investments in our plants and landscaping. Master Gardeners Sheri Burke and Cheryl Turner will discuss the basics of home sprinkler and drip irrigation systems. Learn how to provide your plants with the water they need and reduce your water... Read more »

Attracting and protecting our winged visitors. Come and learn what humming-birds, butterflies, native bees and other garden visitors need in our gardens.