Water Replenishment District

Eco Gardener Program

Discover the wonders of sustainable gardening with the Water Replenishment District’s (WRD) Eco Gardener Program! Since its launch in 2006, WRD has teamed up with cities and non-profit organizations to bring you dynamic landscaping classes that not only educate but also inspire.

Immerse yourself in our free Eco Gardener workshops, hosted in community centers throughout the region. From sustainable landscape design to drought-tolerant plants, edible gardening, and irrigation basics, these interactive sessions cover it all. Led by seasoned instructors, each workshop begins with an engaging presentation and evolves into an outdoor garden walkthrough or demonstration, offering valuable insights into local climates and plant varieties.

Join us for one or attend them all – either way, you’ll leave with knowledge about sustainable garden design concepts, along with expert tips on plant and material selections to create your very own water-efficient oasis. Spanish-language workshops are also available

READY TO DIVE IN? SIMPLY SCROLL DOWN, PICK A CLASS FROM THE LIST BELOW, AND A NEW WINDOW WILL OPEN WITH THE REGISTRATION FORM.

GET READY FOR AN EXCITING JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF ECO-FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING – SEE YOU SOON!

To register for a class, click on the EVENT listed below.
Date Time Event City / Town
04/18/2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Goodbye Grass, Hello Garden: Qualify for Rebates – IN PERSON, West Basin & WRD El Segundo
04/19/2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Edible Gardening, IN PERSON, Augustus F. Hawkins Nature Park_WRD Los Angeles
04/26/2025 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Edible Gardening, IN PERSON, Commerce Senior Center_WRD Commerce
04/28/2025 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Small Space Gardening, IN PERSON, Cerritos Senior Center_WRD Cerritos
05/06/2025 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Garden Design – IN PERSON, West Basin & WRD Carson
05/10/2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Small Space Gardening, IN PERSON, Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center_WRD Torrance
05/24/2025 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Edible Gardening, IN PERSON, City of Signal Hill_WRD Signal Hill
06/02/2025 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Edible Gardening, IN PERSON, Cerritos Senior Center_WRD Cerritos
06/07/2025 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Small Space Gardening, IN PERSON, Signal Hill Public Library_WRD Signal Hill
08/07/2025 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Revitalize Your Traditional Garden, IN PERSON, Cerritos Senior Center_WRD Cerritos
09/27/2025 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Edible Gardening, IN PERSON, Signal Hill Public Library_WRD Signal Hill

Click on the image for more information on WRD’s history, mission, and programs.

 

Click on the image to view a PDF version of these Regional Watershed Wise Landscape Guidebooks.

 

Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Waterwise Gardens

LADWP Lawn Be Gone Guidebook

LADWP Vegetable Gardening Handbook

Green Your Concrete Footprint Urban Permeability