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Drought-Tolerant Gardening Classes

Low-water landscapes don't have to be boring. Discover how to grow a colorful garden that's climate-friendly, too. 

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Drought-Proof Your Garden 

California's Mediterranean climate means your plants are fighting drought every summer. This class teaches you how to help your garden thrive when precious resources are restricted. 

We'll cover:

  • Drip irrigation — why it makes such a big difference and how to make the switch
  • Replacing your lawn with beautiful, low-water alternatives 
  • Gorgeous plants that thrive with little to no summer water
  • ...And more! 
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Growing a Gorgeous & Sustainable Garden

Create a colorful and low-water landscape filled with native plants thanks to these hour-long classes. 

Bye Bye Grass: How to Remove Your Lawn

Lawns don't belong in Southern California. Learn how to get rid of yours and what to plant instead—and why artificial turf is never the answer. 

Growing California Native Plants

Planting natives is one of the most impactful things you can do for your garden, your water bill, and wildlife. Learn how to select, plant, and care for California native plants—and what most online advice gets wrong.

Fabulous Bulbs for California Gardens

Bulbs mean more color with less water and less work. Discover spring, summer, and fall bloomers and how to have bulbs blooming in your garden almost every month of the year.

Drought-Proof Your Garden

California's Mediterranean climate means your plants are fighting drought every summer. This class teaches you how to help your garden thrive when precious resources are restricted. 

Garden Care Made Easy 

The secret to a low-maintenance garden starts with proper planning. Learn how to set yourself up for success from the start, then care for your garden the best—and easiest—way. 

Edible, Waterwise Fruit Trees & Shrubs

Southern California's Mediterranean climate is ideal for growing fruit, but there's so much more than just citrus and avocado. Learn how to grow your favorites and discover lesser-known fruits worth planting. 

Grow a Vibrant Garden in a Drought

Worry that “going low water” means having a drab, brown garden? 

Learn how to create a joyful, color-filled garden in low-water conditions, and get inspiration from gardens that do just that.

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Learn & Grow Year-Round

Grow your Southern California gardening know-how all year long with courses and subscriptions made just for our climate.

Fundamentals of Southern California Gardening

Southern California's unique climate makes all other gardening advice useless. This year-long gardening course teaches you exactly how to garden in our unique climate, saving you money, time, and frustration. 

Mastering Southern California Gardening

Fundamentals teaches you the basics, now it's time to dig deeper. In this course, you'll build expertise, grow confidence, and learn to create a garden that’s beautiful, resilient, and deeply rooted in environmental wisdom.

Transform your gardening skills, one week at a time. 

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