WATER CONSERVATION

Convert Your Turf To Native Grass

Kentucky bluegrass needs a lot of water! Luckily there are many grasses native to Colorado that don’t. Come learn about these grasses, how to convert your turf and how to maintain your new, vibrant native grass yard.

May 3 | Wed., 5:30-7 p.m.

• Free, registration required

• Central Recreation Center, 18150 E. Vasser Pl. SPRINKLER

TUNE-UP AND EFFICIENCY

Each month, you should take a look at your sprinkler system to ensure it’s working properly. Get to know your system components, tune up your sprinkler system for maximum efficiency and learn how to check for leaks.

May 13 | Sat., 10-11:30 a.m.

• Free, registration required

• Aurora Water-wise Garden’s shade structure, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

Learn To Compost

Create magic when you recycle kitchen and yard waste. Compost enriches soil, retains moisture and suppresses plant diseases and pests. Learn how to successfully compost at home.

May 17 | Wed., 5:30-7 p.m.

• Free, registration required

• Aurora Water-wise Garden’s shade structure, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

DISCOVER WATER-WISE PLANTS

We have extensive experience growing plants suited to Aurora. A water conservation specialist will show you around the Aurora Water-wise Garden and introduce you to our top recommended trees, shrubs, perennials and grasses. We offer a tour in spring, summer and fall.

May 20 | Sat., 10 a.m.-noon

• Free, registration required

• Aurora Water-wise Garden’s shade structure, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway

Build Your Own Drip System

Drip irrigation systems are easy to install, simple to design and effectively reduce water waste. Learn how to design, construct and maintain a drip system in this hands-on class. This class can accommodate only 20 registered participants.

May 25 | Thu., 5:30-7 p.m.

• Free, registration required

• Aurora Water-wise Garden’s shade structure, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway