Permaculture is a philosophy that incorporates intentionally working with the natural world when developing your landscape . Each element -land, plants, water - is utilized by following nature's lead. In this class you will learn about permaculture principles that guide such practices (including water conservation, native plants, geography, climate), some permaculture lingo and basic methods […]
Join us as we review all of the resources available on the SAWS GardenStyle Website. There is so much to explore! Kick back and let us do the navigation. By the end of the workshop you'll know exactly where to go and what to do when you're ready to start saving water, money, and plant […]
This workshop will help you learn about ways to care for your soil in all types of landscapes. Take a walk down the organic fertilizer and amendment aisle with Eco Centro's knowledgeable team as they describe how to prepare and maintain healthy, viable hydrophilic soils for a vibrant garden. This well-developed workshop will help people […]
Composting is one of the best ways to reduce our own waste, produce new life for plants, drastically improve soil quality, increase moisture retention, and so much more. Closing the waste loop is critical to becoming more sustainable, and it is super easy to do! Participants will learn about various composting methods that can be […]
Design and implement landscapes that work! Learn valuable techniques to develop landscapes that are made to last and function sustainably with local ecosystems. A properly designed sustainable landscape should be beautiful and eco-friendly, while saving resources and requiring minimal maintenance. Keep water on your property, reduce localized flooding, manage stormwater flows, design for conservation and […]
Texas summers can make our gardens look dry and tired, leaving gardeners wondering if their plants will recover. The great news is that with proper pruning techniques, drought tolerant and native perennials can bloom again in the fall just in time for fall pollinators! Care and safe use of pruners and hand tools will be […]
Gardening is one of the most exciting and rewarding lifestyle changes one can implement. But where do you start? There is so much to know and learn. In this workshop we will will start with the basics. Learn about the most common types of gardens, soil types, amendments, how to conserve water while gardening and […]
This workshop is a beginners guide to do-it-yourself rainwater harvesting, from putting up a gutter system to collection techniques, water distribution, and more. Harvesting your own collected rainwater conserves drinking water is a nitrate-rich source of water for plants. Fee: $5. Advance registration required.
Efficiency is one of the easiest ways to conserve resources, save money, and become more sustainable. It is a first step, and is easily done with simple maintenance to things already existing in your home. Come learn about ways to improve the efficiency in your home. From water to energy, irrigation to insulation, we break […]
Feeling overwhelmed when tasked with plant selection for your landscape? Our local nurseries are chock full of every plant you can imagine, but if you’ve finally narrowed your focus to creating a water-wise habitat; why not start with tried-and-true native plants? This workshop is designed to get you going on a solid plant list for […]
Eco Bites is A Sustainability Lunch-n-Learn Series offering free monthly luncheon seminars and workshops on environmental sustainability topics to educate and empower local community members. Today's outreach, "Eco Bites: Water Conservation in San Antonio," will provide tangible action items/tools to mitigate climate change by making smart, sustainable lifestyle choices regarding water conservation at home and in […]
Turn water scarcity into water abundance. Rainwater harvesting can reduce stormwater runoff, lower your water bill and help keep your landscape green all year long. Join us to learn more about medium to large scale rainwater harvesting for residential and commercial applications. We’ll cover water catchment basics, tanks, filtration, pumps, codes, water budgeting, potential catchment […]