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April Meeting: “Removing Turf to Create a Waterwise Landscape” by Susan Carter

Thursday, April 9th, 6:30pm. Doors open at 6.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley: 536 Ouray Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501

How can landscapes use less water without sacrificing healthy plants and established trees? Susan Carter, a Certified Arborist and Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL), shares practical approaches to creating water wise landscapes in our region. Drawing on decades of experience in horticulture and water conservation, Susan will share strategies for reducing high water turf, protecting tree health as irrigation practices change, and defining the key objectives of a successful water wise landscape. This presentation provides an informative overview of how water‑efficient practices can support healthy plants.

Susan Carter is a Certified Arborist and Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL). She is retired Water Conservationist, and a CSU Extension Emeritus Professor of Horticulture and Natural Resources. Susan has a Bachelor’s in Ornamental Horticulture and A Masters of Landscape Architecture. Susan is also a co-Leader for the Plateau Chapter of the Colorado Native Plant Society.

Our meetings are free and open to the public.

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April Garden Party: Saturday, April 18th at 9am

See information under the Garden Party Schedule below.

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2026 Garden Party Schedule

Join us monthly from March through October at our club demonstration garden for light planting, clean up, and socializing. Garden parties are open to the public and are a great way to get introduced to cacti and succulent plants. The club has limited extra tools available, but you are encouraged to bring your own.

Our garden is located out front of the Colorado State University Tri River Area Extension: 2775 US-50, Grand Junction, CO, 81503