Current Workshops

Your small steps at home lead to big changes in our community, from how you use your electricity and water to what you throw away, and even what you flush down the toilet.

Your Roseville Utilities are dedicated to helping you save water and energy, reduce your waste and keep your pipes flowing. Register for one of our workshops or check out our webinar and how-to video library to learn more! 


January Workshops

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Pruning with Purpose
Saturday, January 10
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

What's the key to developing healthy, strong, and attractive trees and shrubs? Pruning, of course! Local arborist Lani Houck from Roseville Urban Forest Foundation (RUFF) will walk you through the purpose and techniques of pruning. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore how to make proper pruning cuts, when to prune, how to prune trees and shrubs, and what tools to use. These principles will help you gain confidence to prune your plants.

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Winter Garden|Mess is Best
Saturday, January 17
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Feeling stressed about a messy yard or garden? Fret not! Learn why "messy" winter gardens benefit pollinators like burrowing bees and create healthier soil for Spring growth. Discover the science behind leaving leaves, maintaining pollinator habitat, and winterizing your garden in ways that reduce work and costs while supporting beneficial insects. With just a few strategic changes, you'll transform your approach to winter garden care and set yourself up for a thriving, low-maintenance garden come Spring. Bring your questions, plant samples and pictures for expert advice.

Pruning fruit tree
Pruning fruit trees
Thursday, January 22
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Are your fruit trees out of control? Do you want to train your young fruit trees to be easy to harvest and fruitful? Are you confused about how to prune different types of fruit trees? In this workshop, we will explore why, how, and when to prune your fruit trees for strong branches and vigorous growth. This class is taught by arborist Lani Houck from Roseville Urban Forest Foundation. Submit a photo of your tree to get troubleshooting tips during workshop.

Roses
Rose care & climate change
Saturday, January 24
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Did you know that roses don’t have to require a lot of water and labor to flourish? In this workshop you will learn about some of the origins of roses in America. You will become acquainted with the categories of roses for your landscape, and which are best suited for our drier environment. You’ll learn how to recognize common pests and diseases and how you can safely manage them during different season of the year.


February Workshops

Gardening tools
Green Gardener Series
Thursdays, February 12 - April 9
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
$55/$65 - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Grow a fabulous garden with curb appeal AND use less water! Prepare your yard for extreme weather and climate-change resilience with River-friendly Landscaping practices. Create robust, living soil for thriving plants that support healthy habitats for humans and more. Landscape professionals share insider wisdom and practices specific to our region. Join us for this multi-week series!
*There will be no class on Thursday, March 12, 2026.*

Orange tree
Growing Fruit Trees
Saturday, February 7
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

You may know when to pick and enjoy that delicious fruit, but do you know how to choose, plant, tend, and prune your fruit tree? Join Roseville Urban Forest Foundation arborist Lani Houck to learn how to grow and maintain fruit trees, from planting to harvest. Learn about choosing, planting, watering, and pest management to keep your fruit trees beautiful and productive. We will provide pruning instructions in this workshop, but consider taking the Pruning Fruit trees workshop to get in depth pruning information.

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Pruning with Purpose
Saturday, February 14
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

What's the key to developing healthy, strong, and attractive trees and shrubs? Pruning, of course! Local arborist Lani Houck from Roseville Urban Forest Foundation (RUFF) will walk you through the purpose and techniques of pruning. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore how to make proper pruning cuts, when to prune, how to prune trees and shrubs, and what tools to use. These principles will help you gain confidence to prune your plants.

Hand picking apple from tree
Fruit Tree Care
Saturday, February 21
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Learn 10 tips for caring for your fruit trees, including how to select the right tree, and the right way to plant. Join a UC Master Gardener as they provide pruning tips and care advice to encourage a fruitful crop.


March Workshops

Hand holding rich soil
Soil and healthy trees
Saturday, March 14
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Soil is the most important element for growing healthy, vigorous trees, but also the least understood. Learn how your soil composition affects how you water and fertilize. Learn to work with natural processes to improve your soil and plant health. And don’t worry, you won’t need to dig up your whole garden!

Drip line
DIY drip conversions
Saturday, March 21
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
FREE - REGISTER NOW!

Workshop description

Learn drip the right way in this hands-on workshop taught by water efficiency experts. Learn about equipment and installation for both retrofits and new landscapes. Discover how to keep your garden growing using less water by converting a sprinkler system to a drip irrigation system. In this class you will learn the basics of a DIY drip conversion and the three different types of drip systems. For the hands on portion of the class we will practice converting an existing sprinkler system into the three different types of drip systems. Learn about the key components and principles needed to build your drip system.