Understanding Permaculture, Kicks Off Series of Free Landscape Programs, March 12
Posted on: Mar-06-2014
Find out what the permaculture trend is all about at Understanding Permaculture, 7-9 p.m., Wednesday, March 12, Midtown Arts Center, 3750 S. Mason St. RSVP at https://www.fcgov.com/reps.Permaculture is far more than a gardening technique; it is a philosophy of working with, rather than against, nature. Seeking to imitate naturally occurring patterns, permaculture is most commonly applied to landscape design. Patrick Padden, permaculture educator will share concrete ideas about how to make your own yard more sustainable and organic.
This is the first of three landscape programs in the annual Residential Environmental Program Series.
Unique and Functional Xeriscape, April 2, features Loretta Mannix, The Horticulture Consultant. Discover how to create a well-designed landscape with design tips for transitioning from lawn to garden beds, including a variety of exceptional, underused plants.
Wildscaping 101: Habitat Hero Landscaping, April 9, with plantswoman and author Lauren Springer Odgen and plant biologist and author Susan Tweit, learn why and how to provide habitat for songbirds and pollinators, while saving water.
For more information, visit https://www.fcgov.com/reps , call 970-221-6700, email utilities@fcgov.com or TDD 970-224-6003.
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Laurie D’Audney, Water Conservation Manager
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