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Xeriscape Seminar Week - April 7-12th, 2008

All seminars are free and open to the public
 
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Xeriscaping: An Introduction 

    Monday, April 7, 2008. 6:00pm-8:00pm

    Boulder REI Community Meeting Room
    1789 28th St, Boulder, CO 80301
    Mike Ransom of Robert Howard Associates

Discover how xeriscaping can help you create a landscape that saves water and time. Mike Ransom of Robert Howard Associates, Inc. will share techniques for designing and installing a successful water-wise landscape. This class is intended for beginners and participants are strongly encouraged to come with questions. 
 

Xeriscaping: An Introduction 

    Tuesday, April 8th, 2008. 6:00pm-8:00pm.

    Longmont Public Library. Meeting Room A
    409 4th Ave. Longmont
    Curtis Manning of Curtis Manning Design

This general introduction to xeriscape, by Curtis Manning of Curtis Manning Design, will cover the 7 Basic Principles of Xeriscaping. The seminar will have added focus on plant selection, soil amendment, and efficient irrigation.

 

Trees: Selection, Care and Maintenance 

    Wednesday, April 9th, 2007. 6:00pm-8:00pm.

    29th St. Mall Community Room, Boulder.
    Second level next to Borders
    Kathleen Alexander with the City of Boulder

City of Boulder tree expert Kathleen Alexander will provide information on how to select appropriate trees for Colorado’s climate and soil conditions and how to care for and maintain your new and existing trees. Discover the best techniques to keep your trees happy and healthy, even during a drought!

 

The Trickxs of Xeriscape 

Thursday, April 10, 2008.  6:00pm-8:00pm

    Longmont Public Library.  Meeting Room A.
    409 4th Ave. Longmont
    Mikl Brauners of Harlequin's Gardens

Through over 20 years of xeriscaping experience in very dry conditions, Mikl has learned some valuable tricks.  He has learned these the hard way through killing plants and years of experimentation.  In this class you will learn these tricks in much less time for a much cheaper price. 

Landscaping for Conservation 

Friday, April 11th, 2008. 6:00pm-8:00pm

    Boulder REI Community Meeting Room
    1789 28th St, Boulder, CO 80301
    Center for ReSource Conservation Staff

This seminar will explore various conservation techniques to use to when designing and maintaining a landscape. We will showcase unique landscaping projects that utilize reused building materials, discuss landscaping for energy efficiency, and share information about new water conservation technology as well as tips for conserving water outdoors. Learn about free and low-cost programs available for homeowners to assist in conservation efforts.


 

Renovating an Existing Landscape to a Xeriscape 

  Saturday, April 12th, 2008. 9:30-11:30 am.  

    Boulder REI Community Meeting Room
    1789 28th St, Boulder, CO 80301
    Alison Peck, Landscape Designer and Contractor
    Matrix Gardens

Alison Peck, a landscape designer and contractor with over two decades of experience designing and installing award winning xeriscapes, will share her expertise on how to transform your lawn into a beautiful xeriscape. Alison will focus on renovating techniques, including converting a sprinkler system to a drip system. This class is meant for individuals with some knowledge of xeriscaping.
 


Lafayette Seminars T.B.D.  Will take place in July and August of 2008.


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