The public is invited to take advantage of two upcoming, free online “Texas SmartScape” seminars hosted by cities in the North Texas Municipal Water District: 

  • Shade Gardening July 22 
    Online 
    Cost: Free (Registration required here
    Saturday, July 22 
    9-11 a.m. 

    Learn about the many native and adapted plants that not only survive, but thrive, in shadier spots–along with tips and tricks to create beautiful shade gardens that beat the Texas heat. Also covered will be gardening under mature trees as well as turf alternatives and hardscape options for low-light areas.  
  • Wildlife-Friendly Landscapes July 26 
    Online 
    Cost: Free (registration required here
    Wednesday, July 26 
    6-7:30 p.m. 

    Learn ways to attract and provide habitat for butterflies, songbirds, hummingbirds, bees and other beneficial animals that bring your landscape to life with activity, using low-maintenance native and adapted plants. 

    Website: www.txsmartscape.com