Water Efficient Landscapes Course: Localscapes for Iron County
Thursday, March 6 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Registration Required
The Localscape approach is a series of landscaping patterns and practices that takes into account Utah’s unique climate. It’s good landscape design, simplified. Now you can have a landscape that works for where you live.
In this course, you’ll learn the five steps to landscape better in Utah. At the end of the course, you’ll be ready to start “localizing” your own landscape.
Whether you’re installing a new landscape, renovating an existing yard or just completing landscape projects one at a time, the Localscapes method will work for you. Localscapes will help you create better landscape functionality, less yard maintenance, enhanced curb appeal, lower water bills, and simplified irrigation.
This course is offered by the Central Iron County Water Conservancy District, the Utah Division of Water Resources, and Localscapes.
Course will be held at the Central Iron County Water Conservancy District Office. Additional Questions: Call 435-865-9901.
Flip Your Strip
Thursday, March 27 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Registration Required
Learn the best techniques to add curb appeal and save water by removing non-functional lawn and beautifying your landscape.
Lawn struggles to grow in park strips and wastes a lot of water. Flipping your park strip by removing the lawn and replacing it with waterwise plants, irrigation, and mulch is the soultion. This webinar focuses on best practices to save water in your park strip through appropriate watering, plant selection, and planned maintenance.
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
A link for the Webex webinar will be provided via email.
Registration is required for admittance to this webinar and to receive the link.
If you plan to undertake a larger landscape project like a full yard or front/backyard project we also recommend taking Localscapes University.
Localscapes University
Saturday, March 29 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Registration Required
Join us to learn the best way to landscape in Utah! This 2-hour webinar will teach you how to apply the method correctly to ensure you achieve all the benefits a Localscape provides. We'll cover the five steps in detail including landscape layout, an overview of irrigation, and planting bed basics.
If you are unfamiliar with Localscapes, we recommend taking Introduction to Localscapes online first, which will help you determine if Localscaping is right for you.
Introduction to Localscapes
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
A link for the Webex webinar will be provided via email before the class starts.
Registration is required for admittance to this webinar and to receive the link.
For information about water conservation program incentives available in your area please visit utahwatersavers.com
Maintaining your Waterwise Landscape
Thursday, April 10 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Registration Required
Learn how to keep your water-efficient yard thriving at our "Maintaining Your Water-Wise Landscape" course in Cedar City.
Mowing a lawn is straightforward, but caring for a water-wise landscape can feel overwhelming at first. In this class, we’ll guide you through the essentials of maintaining your beautiful, low-water landscape. Learn how proper installation practices can make upkeep a breeze, and gain expert insights into key post-installation topics like weed management, efficient plant watering, and pruning techniques. Whether you’re new to water-wise landscaping or looking to refine your skills, this class will equip you with the tools and knowledge to keep your landscape thriving.
This course is offered by the Central Iron County Water Conservancy District, the Utah Division of Water Resources, and Localscapes.
Course will be held at the Central Iron County Water Conservancy District Office. Additional Questions: Call 435-865-9901.
710 South Westview Drive Cedar City, UT 84720
Localscapes: Design Workshop
Thursday, April 10 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Registration Required
Creating a good landscape plan is one of the most important steps to achieving a beautiful and functional landscape. If you’ve taken Localscapes University but want extra help laying out your design, this workshop will get your ideas onto paper. We’ll walk you through a guided design process that covers the elements of a Localscape and the basics of planting bed design without getting into the details like selecting individual plants. Each attendee should leave with a basic Localscapes design drawn to-scale.
Requirements:
1. Attendees are required to have attended a Localscapes University.
2. Attendees must come prepared with a base map of their property drawn to scale
(
Base Map Tutorial
).
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
Registration is required for admittance to this event.
This class will meet in the Education Center at Conservation Garden Park.
Localscapes: Irrigation Workshop
Thursday, April 17 5:30PM - 8:30PM
Registration Required
If you feel confused or overwhelmed trying to design and install an Irrigation system, the Localscapes Irrigation Workshop will teach you everything you need to know to get started. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll show you parts of an irrigation system, how they go together, and when you should use a drip system.
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
Registration is required for admittance to this event.
This class will meet in the Education Center at Conservation Garden Park.
Localscapes University
Thursday, May 15 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Registration Required
Join us to learn the best way to landscape in Utah! This 2-hour class will teach you how to apply the method correctly to ensure you achieve all the benefits a Localscape provides. We'll cover the five steps in detail including landscape layout, an overview of irrigation, and planting bed basics.
If you are unfamiliar with Localscapes, we recommend taking Introduction to Localscapes online first, which will help you determine if Localscaping is right for you.
Introduction to Localscapes
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
This class will meet in the Education Center at Conservation Garden Park.
Registration is required for admittance to this class.
For information about water conservation program incentives available in your area please visit utahwatersavers.com
Flip Your Strip
Saturday, May 17 9:00AM - 10:30AM
Registration Required
Learn the best techniques to add curb appeal and save water by removing non-functional lawn and beautifying your landscape.
Lawn struggles to grow in park strips and wastes a lot of water. Flipping your park strip by removing the lawn and replacing it with waterwise plants, irrigation, and mulch is the soultion. This in-person class focuses on best practices to save water in your park strip through appropriate watering, plant selection, and planned maintenance.
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
This class will meet in the Education Center at Conservation Garden Park.
Registration is required for admittance to this event.
If you plan to undertake a larger landscape project like a full yard or front/backyard project we also recommend taking Localscapes University.
Localscapes: Design Workshop
Saturday, May 31 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Registration Required
Creating a good landscape plan is one of the most important steps to achieving a beautiful and functional landscape. If you’ve taken Localscapes University but want extra help laying out your design, this workshop will get your ideas onto paper. We’ll walk you through a guided design process that covers the elements of a Localscape and the basics of planting bed design without getting into the details like selecting individual plants. Each attendee should leave with a basic Localscapes design drawn to-scale.
Requirements:
1. Attendees are required to have attended a Localscapes University.
2. Attendees must come prepared with a base map of their property drawn to scale
(
Base Map Tutorial
).
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
Registration is required for admittance to this event.
This class will meet in the Education Center at Conservation Garden Park.
Introduction to Localscapes
On-Demand Class
Registration Required
Introduction to Localscapes is now available online through teachable.com! Take this introductory class at your convenience. Ready to increase the usability and curb appeal of your yard while decreasing your yard work? This class will expose you to the best way to landscape in Utah.
register here
Localscapes University
On-Demand Class
Registration Required
Ready to apply the design framework you learned in Introduction to Localscapes? View an online version of Localscapes University and watch at your convenience. This class will include training in design, irrigation, planting, and maintenance.
If you are unfamiliar with Localscapes, we recommend taking Introduction to Localscapes online first, which will help you determine if Localscaping is right for you.
Flip Your Strip
On-Demand Class
Registration Required
This on-demand class covers the best techniques to add curb appeal and save water by removing non-functional grass from your landscape.
Join Madeline as she teaches how to flip your park strip by removing the lawn and replacing it with waterwise plants, irrigation, and mulch.
If you plan to undertake a larger landscape project like a full yard or front/backyard project Localscapes University is recommended.
Localscapes Design Workshop
On-Demand Class
Registration Required
Now that you have learned the Localscapes process, let our professional team guide you through creating your own design plan in this hands-on design workshop that you can take from home. You will get practical tips and visual examples to help you create the best Localscape for your yard.
register here
Localscapes Irrigation Workshop
On-Demand Class
Registration Required
Learn how to create the most efficient irrigation system for your Localscape from home! In this on-demand workshop, you will get practical tips and visual examples to help you plan and install an irrigation system for your yard.
register here
Localscapes: Irrigation Workshop
Saturday, June 7 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Registration Required
If you feel confused or overwhelmed trying to design and install an Irrigation system, the Localscapes Irrigation Workshop will teach you everything you need to know to get started. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll show you parts of an irrigation system, how they go together, and when you should use a drip system.
Taught by Conservation Garden Park staff.
Registration is required for admittance to this event.
This class will meet in the Education Center at Conservation Garden Park.