All California American Water Courses
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Landscape Transformation: Keep, Remove, or Replace Grass – California American Water
In this class learn how to remove your lawn and …
Free
Landscape Transformation: Keep, Remove, or Replace Grass – California American Water
What you'll learn
In this class learn how to remove your lawn and make the right moves for creating a gorgeous, watershed wise landscape including:
1. Removing Turf without the use of chemicals
2. Replacing it with climate-appropriate plants
3. Keeping it in place but maintaining it in an organic matter
4. Simple lawn care strategies to improve resilience
5. Managing the big three: weeds, pests, and disease
Free
Beginner
Fire-Ready Landscapes – California American Water
Fire-Ready Landscapes Reduce Your Vulnerability,” hosted by California American Water. …
Free
Fire-Ready Landscapes – California American Water
What you'll learn
In a time of drought and high heat, learn some of the ways you can make your home less vulnerable to fires.
Free
Beginner
Design a Resilient California Garden _ California American Water
“Design a Resilient California Garden ” webinar hosted by California …
Free
Design a Resilient California Garden _ California American Water
What you'll learn
What are watershed-wise alternatives to a monoculture of ornamental green grass? This workshop discusses alternative groundcover options for replacing ornamental lawn areas, including keeping the existing lawn in place and creating a “Polyculture” green space. Attendees will learn:
1. The importance of polycultures and diversity
2. How to select a blend of groundcovers for greater resiliency and soil health
3. Step-by-step process to accomplishing the transition
4. Opportunities for rainwater capture
5. Managing limited irrigation
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
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
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
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
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
