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July 2026
Monthly Meeting
NEXT GENERAL MEETING: Saving Rare Plants - Advanced Horticulture on the California Islands, With Kevin Alison, July 18, In-Person, Oasis, Rancho Bernardo, 1:30p -3:30p
Kevin Alison The islands of California are biological hotspots for uniquely rare and endangered species. But, what do you do if traditional methods of propagation fail or are unreliable? This presentation will cover advanced horticultural techniques to overcome challenges and prevent extinction. Kevin Alison serves as the Native Plant Manager for Catalina Island, where he leverages his expertise in conservation, restoration, and horticulture to prevent extinction. Kevin s
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Articles
FROM THE BOARD
By Jim Bishop. Changes on the Board We’d had a few mid-year changes on the board. Susan Starr rejoins the board as Newsletter Editor. ...
Jan 1, 2017
MY LIFE WITH PLANTS: Strine Outback Bush Walk – Part 2
By Jim Bishop. This is part two of a series about a September 2016 trip to view the wildflowers and scenery of Southwestern Australia....
Jan 1, 2017
SHARING SECRETS: 2017 Resolutions
Edited by Dayle Cheever. Is there a ground cover that you recommend? Please include the conditions that apply (slope, level, or heavily...
Jan 1, 2017
MONTHLY MEETING: January Meeting- Down Under Wonders
We start off the new year by welcoming nursery founder Jo O’Connell. Jo is the owner of Australia Native Plants Nursery, located in Ojai...
Jan 1, 2017
THE REAL DIRT ON: Betty Young
By: Susan Krzywicki. Betty Young is a major figure in California native plant restoration nursery management. She’s “written the book” on...
Jan 1, 2017
MY LIFE WITH PLANTS: Strine Outback Bush Walk – Part 1
By Jim Bishop. This is part one of series about a September 2016 trip to view the wildflowers and scenery of Southwestern Australia. At...
Dec 1, 2016
MY LIFE WITH PLANTS: Agavaceae Part 2 – the Aggravation
By: Jim Bishop. This is a continuation of last month’s article “The Adoration”, Part 1 about growing agaves. Agaves are great garden...
Nov 1, 2016
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