The Lush and Lean program helps residents to make the best use of the limited water resources available by developing and maintaining gardens and landscapes that are also water-wise. The Water Conservation Program hosts a series of workshops on water-wise landscaping, irrigation, gardening, and related topics.
The workshops are free and open to the public.
Lush and Lean Workshops are Presented at Branigan Memorial Library Roadrunner Room, 200 E. Picacho Avenue. They take place from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. on the following Thursdays.
| DATE | TOPIC | INFORMATION | PRESENTED BY: |
| October 3, 2024 | Common Plant Diseases | Learn how plants get diseases | Phillip Lujan, Ph.D., Extension Plant Pathologist, NMSU |
| October 10, 2024 | Weeds: Best Practices for Fall/Winter | Use biology to target weed control | Leslie Beck, Ph.D., Extension Weed Specialist, NMSU |
| October 17, 2024 | Coverage: Rethink the Ground | Create an appealing garden for the arid region | David Cristiani, Owner of Quercus |
| October 24, 2024 | Plan Now for Spring Greens and Wildflowers | Start a variety of herbs and cooking greens to enjoy during chilly months | Jackye Meinecke, Former Owner of Enchanted Gardens |
| November 7, 2024 | Cacti and Other Succulents for Your Garden | Learn what makes cacti and succulents appreciated worldwide | Gertrud Konings, Ph.D., Retired Biology Professor |
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