Healthy soil is a living ecosystem that supports all other life on earth. Learn about the basic soil types common in Marin and how they can be improved with easy methods mimicking natural processes. You’ll also learn about different styles of home composting, the simple science behind decomposition and how to best maintain a healthy, vigorous garden using only organic, sustainable practices. The Watershed Approach to Landscaping Series is a series of classes based on the Watershed Approach to Landscaping philosophy with the purpose of engaging the public in current thinking on conservation practices and assisting home gardeners in the step-by-step process of creating their own beautiful, environmentally sensitive, waterwise landscapes. The Watershed Approach to Landscaping booklet, published by the Marin Municipal Water District, is provided to students at no additional cost. This series includes the six workshops listed below. Each workshop is $87, or take all six classes for $372 (and save $150)! Register for all six classes by placing them in your cart. The discount will be applied at checkout. Design Inspiration: Gardening with a Sense of Place Designing Your Home Landscape Design Your Garden as a Mini Ecosystem Irrigating Efficiently: How Much Water Does Your Garden Need? Building Healthy Soil in Your Garden Planning for Marin Gardens