WaterSmart Classes

Landscape Makeover Classes

Using water efficiently in our Mediterranean climate is a San Diego way of life. Learn ways to make your landscape both beautiful and water wise by taking advantage of various free classes, including landscape design, water smart plants and irrigation.

Virtual classes are available weekday evenings and Saturday mornings and range from 60-75 minutes depending on the topic. During the class, instructors are available to answer your landscape questions. In person classes are also available.

Check out the class schedule and sign up today!


For instant landscape education assistance, check out our on-demand video library below.

Landscape Makeover Videos

This series of short and informative videos will take you step-by-step through the process of creating your very own beautiful, water-efficient landscape. From efficient irrigation to getting to know your soil to picking the right plants for the right place, these entertaining videos will guide you along the path to a WaterSmart landscape.

Episode List

Episode 1: WaterSmart San Diego County
Episode 2: WaterSmart Series Overview
Episode 3: Identify Your WaterSmart Target
Episode 4: Create A Plot Plan

Episode 5: Get To Know Your Soil
Episode 6: Build Healthy Soil
Episode 7: Put Your Soil To Work
Episode 8: Rediscover Your Yard
Episode 9: Pick Your Plants
Episode 10: Share Your Space
Episode 11: Design For Curb Appeal
Episode 12: Create A Garden To Live In
Episode 13: Draw Your Garden Design
Episode 14: Irrigate Like A Pro
Episode 15: Toss Your Turf
Episode 16: Install Your WaterSmart Garden
Episode 17: Care For Your WaterSmart Landscape
Episode 18: First Flush of Rainwater
Episode 19: Catch The Rain
Episode 20: Store The Rain