Clean, Green Landscaping Workshop
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Tuesday, April 14th
6:00-7:30pm
McColl Pond Learning Center
Lawns are the cornerstone of outdoor family activities & memories. Maintaining an aesthetic, low-maintenance, and functional outdoor space doesn’t have to be overwhelming! To support residents, the Scott Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is teaming up with the University of Minnesota (UMN) Extension, Scott County cities, and local watersheds to offer help on residential lawn tips!
Join SWCD and UMN turfgrass specialists for a free, introductory workshop focused on practical, research‑based lawn care for Minnesota homeowners. You’ll learn how everyday lawn decisions affect local water quality and how simple changes can make your lawn more resilient, sustainable, and easier to maintain. The workshop will provide an overview of our local water quality challenges, providing practical ways to reduce runoff pollutants from your yard that might be contributing to water quality issues, along with improving pollinator habitat.
Who should attend:
Homeowners interested in low-maintenance lawns
Anyone wanting to reduce lawn inputs like water and fertilizer
New homeowners looking for guidance
People interested in improving local water quality through simple yard practices
What you'll learn:
Best watering practices - How to have a healthier lawn using less water
Rain sensors - What are they and how do they work
Lawn repair - How to use grass seed to repair bare areas
Fertilizing lawns - which fertilizers are best and how much is needed
Weed control - Best strategies for removing and preventing weeds
Lawn mowing - Tips to mow less often to have a healthier lawn
Bee lawns - what are they and how to get one
The workshop is free, but registration is requested. Register via the link or by contacting Shelby Roberts at the Scott SWCD office at 952-492-5448 or at sroberts@scottswcd.org.
