Classes

Find out which varieties of fruit-bearing trees are better for our area, and receive instruction on proper planting and pruning methods. Be trained on how to care for your trees and control potential pests. Learn what you can do to help ensure the best harvest possible.

Having a problem with deer? Attend this class to gain insight on their habits and their motivation for visiting your landscape. Learn what you can do to deter them from destroying your yard, and discover beneficial management strategies. Find out which plants to use and how to properly use them for a more successful outcome.

Kentucky Bluegrass is the standard lawn used in Utah because it spreads well, handles foot traffic, and has a desirable deep green color. Keeping it green, however, during the hot season requires a lot of supplementary water. So, what other options are there that can meet our needs and still do well with less water? Join us as we discuss the pros and cons of bluegrass alternatives being trialed at Sego Lily Gardens in Sandy and how to care for these types of lawns.

This introductory design class will show you the basics on how to landscape where you live. Discover what you can do to give your yard more curb appeal while reducing your water use. Learn best design practices to ensure you achieve multiple benefits from your landscape. Generate ideas for your own yard as you follow the five steps of Localscapes!

Once you have all the spaces laid out in your yard and have determined where all the planting beds are going to be, it’s time to plan out what will be going in those beds. This class will help you gain a better understanding of how to design your planting beds by addressing principles such as bloom time, color schemes, plant groupings, mature size, and more!

This class is for those who are participating in or interested in learning about Central Utah Water’s Landscape Incentive Program. The class covers information on removing lawn, installing a drip system, and selecting the right plants for Utah. We will review the requirements to complete a successful project and take a deeper dive into the entire project process. Join us to learn how to create a sustainable landscape and to ensure your project is eligible for the incentive.