Water-Use It Wisely

Arizona isn’t just sand and sun, it’s a living, breathing landscape full of color, texture, and life. From cactus-lined hillsides to wildflowers and glowing desert skies, the Sonoran Desert shows just how vibrant a “dry” place can be. 📷️ : buff.ly/5A99b0h #WUIW

Big Green in Small Spaces 🌱 Think you need a big yard to garden? Think again. This free class will show you how to grow a thriving desert garden in even the smallest spaces. 📅 May 14 | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. 📍 Avondale 👉 Register here: buff.ly/nBobVOf #WUIW

Footprints = a Thirsty Lawn? 👣 Take a quick stroll across your grass - if your footsteps stick around and the blades stay down instead of bouncing back, your lawn is telling you it’s thirsty. Try the “step test” before you hit the sprinklers. #WUIW

Fragrance Meets Function 💜 Chihuahuan-sage brings soft color, sweet fragrance, and hummingbird visitors to the landscape, all while staying low maintenance and desert-adapted. With its airy form and summer blooms, it’s a perfect fit for patios, courtyards, and water-wise gardens. Plant with purpose and create a landscape that thrives with less water. buff.ly/o69QFzd #WaterUseItWisely #SmartWaterUse

From Stream to State Symbol 🐟 Arizona’s official state fish, the Apache trout is a true local, found only in cool, high-elevation streams. Once endangered, this unique species is now a conservation success story thanks to years of restoration and protection efforts. #WUIW

Less Water, Less Effort 🙌 Let your dishes do the soaking instead of running the tap nonstop. You’ll use less water and spend less time scrubbing. Give it a try tonight and cut back on water waste. #WaterUseItWisely #SmartWaterUse

Meet Our Pedal Pal Pup 🚴‍♂️ Spotted at a cycling event in Tucson, this four-legged co-pilot knows a thing or two about going the distance. Just like a good ride, water conservation is all about efficiency - use only what you need, when you need it. #WUIW #PetOfTheMonth

Summer Savings Start Here ☀️ Want to get your home ready for the heat? This free class will walk you through simple ways to save energy, cut costs, and make your home more efficient without the hassle. 📅 May 2 | 9:00–11:30 a.m. 📍 Peoria 👉 Register: buff.ly/1VsmFtp

Raise a Glass to Water Conservation 🍻 Choosing local can make a real impact. In their 2025 impact report, Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. shared that community support helped conserve more than 30 million gallons of water from the Verde River. 📷️ : buff.ly/V8XHVdU

Pool Water, Put to Good Use 💦 When backwashing your pool, don’t let all that water go to waste! Use it to irrigate salt-tolerant plants in your landscape and give your garden a boost while conserving water. #WaterUseItWisely #SmartWaterUse

Water Savings, Delivered to Your Door 📦 Thousands of Arizona homes are already using Water-Wise Kits to cut back on water use, saving up to 20,000 gallons a year with simple, everyday upgrades. It’s an easy way to make a real impact without overthinking it. Grab your free kit and start saving water at home. buff.ly/LIuLfD1 #WaterUseItWisely #SmartWaterUse

Bring on the Butterflies 🦋 Join this free workshop to learn the four essentials of attracting butterflies, plus the best plants and simple design tips to support pollinators in the desert. 📅 April 25 | 9:00–11:00 a.m. 📍 Queen Creek 👉 Register today: buff.ly/jHcfxcL

Windy Day? Skip the Sprinklers! 💨 Watering your lawn when it’s windy can send much of that water drifting away or evaporating before it ever reaches your plants. 👉 Discover more simple ways to save water at home: buff.ly/I2NCH1L #WaterUseItWisely #SmartWaterUse

Arbor Day, the Desert Way 🌳 Looking for the perfect tree to plant this Arbor Day? The Palo Blanco offers a graceful, low-water option with a light canopy and striking white bark that stands out in any yard. Start your desert-friendly landscape today. buff.ly/ykK6zIO

Small Trees, Big Impact 🌳 This free class covers the best options, how much water they need, and what to expect when it comes to upkeep - so you can plant with confidence. 📅 April 21 | 6:00–7:30 p.m. 📍 Peoria 👉 Register: buff.ly/4IxKq3U #WUIW #SmartWaterUse

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From Basic to Beautiful 🌿 Join this free workshop to learn simple, practical ways to transform your grass yard into a vibrant, water-efficient outdoor space - no matter your experience level. 📅 April 18 | 9:00–11:00 a.m. 👉 Register today: buff.ly/pCpsWjx #WUIW

Don’t Let Weeds Win! 🌱 Weeds don’t just crowd your garden, they compete with your plants for sunlight, nutrients, and precious water. 👉 Keep your garden thriving: buff.ly/I2NCH1L #WaterUseItWisely #SmartWaterUse

Desert Dream Yard, Loading…🌵 Learn the fundamentals of xeriscape design with guidance from a landscape architect and discover how to create a beautiful, functional landscape using low-water-use plants. 📅 April 13 | 6:00–7:30 p.m. 👉 Register here: buff.ly/RUjnjHA