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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
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FROM THE EDITOR: Garden Gratitude: Lend a Hand in Garden Restoration
By Lisa Marun. As SDHS members, we are all part of a greater gardening community that's bound by a love of and appreciation for plants....
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THE REAL DIRT ON: Harriet Williams Russell Strong
By Susan Krzywicki. Connections always make knowledge more fun. When I saw that Harriet Strong had been educated at Miss Mary Atkins'...
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NEWS: 2017 Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
By Karen Krugman. October 7 promised to be a beautiful morning for SDHS volunteers to celebrate volunteerism. Roughly 50 members gathered...
Nov 1, 2017
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