All California American Water Courses
Free
Beginner
Resilient Alternatives to Removing Lawn
This workshop explores watershed-wise alternatives to the traditional monoculture of …
Free
Resilient Alternatives to Removing Lawn
What you'll learn
The importance of polycultures and diversity
How to select a blend of groundcovers for greater resiliency and soil health
Step-by-step process to accomplishing the transition
Opportunities for rainwater capture
Managing limited irrigation
Free
Beginner
Drip Irrigation Fundamentals _ California American Water
Poor irrigation practices are the number one reason plants fail. …
Free
Drip Irrigation Fundamentals _ California American Water
What you'll learn
Understanding Soil Moisture Balance
Key components of a properly installed drip system
Typical problems with drip and how to avoid them
Schedule your irrigation timer to work with the drip system
Developing a successful maintenance practice
Free
Beginner
Protecting the Trees_California American Water
Trees are essential to a healthy planet—and to thriving neighborhoods. …
Free
Free
Beginner
Outdoor Leak Detection _ California American Water
Detecting outdoor leaks early can save you time, money, and …
Free
Outdoor Leak Detection _ California American Water
What you'll learn
Clues to detecting IF you have a leak
Tracking down the source of the leak
Preventive measures to avoid potential leaks
When to do it yourself or bring in a professional
Free
Beginner
Eat Your Garden – California American Water
Discover the pleasure and satisfaction of growing your own nutritious …
Free
Eat Your Garden – California American Water
What you'll learn
Tips to growing flavorful, nutrient dense fruits and vegetables
Successfully irrigating fruits and vegetables
Integrating edibles in the landscape
Growing vegetables in planters
Planning for edibles all year round
Free
Beginner
Landscape Myth Busters – California American Water
With so much information available, it can sometimes be difficult …
Free
Landscape Myth Busters – California American Water
What you'll learn
What plants really need to thrive
How to save money and time working with natural systems
Sometimes, it’s not as simple as “the experts” say it is
Not all irrigation is created equal
Free
Beginner
Beautiful Gardens on Minimal Water – California American Water
Learn practical strategies to help your garden thrive in drought …
Free
Beautiful Gardens on Minimal Water – California American Water
What you'll learn
Supporting gardens through key management practices
Converting lawns to organically maintained polycultures
Managing limited irrigation as efficiently as possible
Protecting your trees when the water gets dialed back
Removing and replacing turf with watershed wise landscapes
Free
Beginner
Designing for Dry Shade and Other Challenging Landscape Situations
Designing beautiful and resilient gardens can be a challenge . …
Free
Designing for Dry Shade and Other Challenging Landscape Situations
What you'll learn
Creating your own cool retreat, shade opportunities
Bringing in color and interest, with or without blooms
What to know when working under/near trees
Landscaping on hillsides
Considerations for fire vulnerable zones
Irrigation recommendations
