Our instructor for this workshop will be Brandon Burgess, Conservation Programs Specialist here at Chino Basin Water Conservation District and the Waterwise Community Center.
With over 20 years of Southern California landscaping expertise, Brandon is a leader in landscape irrigation and waterwise landscapes. His workshops are driven by a genuine passion for teaching, offering homeowners hands-on strategies and insider tips to create beautiful, water-efficient landscapes that thrive in any condition.
Whether you’re dealing with sprinklers that overspray, outdated controllers, or just want to take advantage of rebates, this session will help you take control of your water use while maintaining a healthy landscape. Perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike!
In this class, we will cover:
All the components of a typical home irrigation system
High-efficiency irrigation upgrades
Drip basics and when to use it
Smart irrigation controllers and weather-based scheduling
How to qualify and apply for SoCalWaterSmart or local rebate programs
Each participant will be able to select a native wildflower seed packet of their choice to take home.
After the workshop concludes, for those who wish to stay, we will be offering a raffle give-away of some of our favorite waterwise California native plants. We will also tell you a bit about each one, why it is one of our favorites, and the garden situations in which it is likely thrive.
