Tagawa Gardens

Principles of Xeriscape 2 - Soil Preparation for Water-Wise Landscaping - Craig Miller Saturday, January 24th, 10:30 am- 11:30 am Soil preparation is the most essential part of successful xeriscaping and gardening, next to design. We will dish the “dirt” on amending soil for a water-efficient and healthy landscape. 

Easy Orchids: Secrets to Success - Kent Gordon of Fantasy Orchids 12:30pm-1:30pm Bring a touch of exotic beauty into your home by growing orchids! Often seen as delicate or tricky, orchids are surprisingly easy to care for when you know their secrets. This class will teach you the fundamentals of orchid care, including light, watering, […]

Joy of Hoyas with Lorene 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Join Lorene from our houseplant team and dive into the world of Hoyas, also known as Wax Plants, in this specially tailored class! Learn everything you need to know about these enchanting, low-maintenance plants, including care tips and how to encourage their fragrant blooms. Whether […]

Principles of Xeriscape 3&4 - Turf & Plant Selection for Water-Wise Landscaping - Craig Miller Saturday, January 31st, 10:30 am- 11:30 am The most controversial and misunderstood of the xeriscape principles is the concept of appropriate turf. Turf grasses have a place in the landscape, even in a xeriscape. In this informative class, we will […]

Principles of Xeriscape 5&6 - Irrigation & Mulch for Water-Wise Landscaping - Craig Miller Saturday, February 7th, 10:30 am- 11:30 am Irrigation is necessary in a xeric landscape, at least during the first few years, while the plants’ root systems develop. The appropriate use of mulch is critical to making efficient use of that water. […]

Little Lawn on the Prairie: Native Grass Landscapes 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Curious about native grasses? Discover how to replace your thirsty Kentucky Bluegrass lawn with a water-wise turf that thrives in Colorado’s climate. We’ll cover the best native and adapted grasses to use, how to make the switch, and tips for keeping your […]

Principles of Xeriscape 7 -Maintenance for Water-Wise Landscaping- Craig Miller Saturday, February 14th, 10:30 am- 11:30 am Maintaining the landscape is key, even in a xeriscape. Pruning, occasional weeding and pest management, checking watering systems, and adjusting automatic irrigation systems as the seasons change will be needed. Learn what you need to know to maintain […]