Looking to convert grass to a landscape bed? Learn the step by step the process of soil solarization so that you may experience a successful venture. Soil solarization is a simple, nonchemical and inexpensive way to use the sun's energy to prepare a garden for planting. Solarization involves watering a patch of soil, covering it […]
Stop by the Soil Sisters Farmers Market at Garcia St. Urban Farm to shop for a variety of farm goods offered by a variety local farmers, for a workshop on “Cover Crops” presented by Deirdre of Soil Sisters Farmers Market, and an educational food demonstration by Eco Centro's Savannah Santos. Garcia Street Farm will have […]
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 […]
Interested in saving money and water? SAWS has amazing conservation programs available to customers! In this workshop we will take a deeper dive into the SAWS WaterSaver Landscape Program: its requirements, resources, eligible plants, what to do if you have irrigation, and how to plan and install a WaterSaver Landscape from start to finish. Get […]
Rainwater harvesting has many benefits, from happy plants to, potentially, money in your wallet. With so many things to consider, it can be hard to know where or how to start. This short workshop will touch on all of the basics of Rainwater Harvesting, and questions to ask yourself. This online workshop is good for […]
Are you ready to start harvesting large amounts of rainwater for your home, garden, or both? Rainwater harvesting can reduce storm water runoff, lower your water bill and 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 […]
The SAWS WaterSaver Landscape program offers many ideas and suggestions for growing a successful garden in our South Texas climate. We will help you learn valuable principles and steps to growing gardens and landscapes that function sustainably with local ecosystems. Using appropriate native, water-saving plants will assist you to create your beautiful and eco-friendly garden, […]
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 […]