If you're a Sacramento local looking to transform your lawn into a haven of sustainability, mark September 27 on your calendar for the Water Wise Garden Showcase, as reported by Sacramento City Express. This free morning event, running from 9 a.m. to noon at the Department of Utilities main campus, is the place to be for those seeking to save water, and perhaps some green from their wallets, too.
William Granger, the City’s water conservation coordinator told Sacramento City Express, “This event is about giving people the confidence and resources to make water-efficient improvements to their yards, no matter their skill level.”, therefore the showcase promises to cater to green thumbs and novices alike and it will also feature educational talks, rebate information and professionals ranging from gardening and irrigation specialists to landscape designers and contractors all ready to help you kick-start or upgrade your water-wise gardening game.
Noteworthy additions to this year’s showcase include tours of a drought-tolerant garden, a native plant sale for those looking to add some regionally appropriate flora to their patches, and even a mobile coffee bar for a cup of joe on the go. Among the vendors listed to attend are the Master Gardeners of Sacramento County, Sacramento Tree Foundation, California Native Plant Society, and several landscaping companies like Mantis Gardens LLC and Water-Wise Landscaping, which highlights the event’s focus on local partnerships and expertise.
There's also a chance for attendees to score on some sweet loot like gift cards and free landscape design consultations, along with a treasure trove of practical takeaways that can spruce up any yard with a conservation-minded touch fans of the planet will appreciate demonstrations on sustainable practices and opportunities to ask the pros those burning questions about eco-friendly yard care, according to the event announcement, be sure to RSVP through the Department of Utilities’ Facebook page, although it isn't required—doing so helps organizers get a headcount.
