Salt Lake City

Public Utilities

Customer Service: (801) 483-6900 | Report Emergency: (801) 483-6700

Other Resources

Salt Lake City Public Utilities works with the state and other agencies in conservation efforts.
Visit slowtheflow.org for more conservation information.


Landscape Incentive Program

Grass really doesn’t belong everywhere. Get paid to remove your lawn. Visit Utah Water Savers to learn if you’re eligible and start your application.


Salt Lake Waterwise Gardens

  • This site offers virtual garden tours of water-wise gardens, all within our service area.
  • Browse examples of water-wise solutions for park strips, front yards, rooftops gardens, and more!
  • Provided is an extensive plant database, written, and organized for the beginner to the more experienced gardener.
  • Website: Garden Wise in Salt Lake City

USU Center for Water Efficient Landscaping

  • Utah State University provides researched-based solutions for our landscape challenges.
  • Learn about on-going research, native plants, alternative turfs, and of course, the Water Check Program!
  • Website: USU Center for Water Efficient Landscaping

Lifelong Learning Program

  • Want to learn more about gardening in the Intermountain West?
  • Check out the classes offered through the University of Utah’s Life Long Learning Program.
  • Website: Lifelong Learning

Wasatch Community Gardens

  • Learn about Urban Gardening!
  • A variety of workshops available on the following subjects:
    • Urban Gardening
    • Chickens
    • Herbs
    • Irrigation
    • Tomatoes
    • and Much More
  • And don’t forget the annual Plant Sale!
  • Website: Wasatch Community Gardens

Check these additional sites for more ideas and inspiration: