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September 2026
Monthly Meeting
NEXT GENERAL MEETING: Hidden Agave: Tales From a Plant Explorer and Breeder, With Jeremy Spath, September 19, In-Person, Oasis, Rancho Bernardo, 1:30p -3:30p
Driven by a passion for discovering exceptional, rare, and new agave species, Jeremy Spath has spent the past 20 years exploring the natural habitats of agaves across the Americas. His journey began with a deep fascination for seeing these remarkable plants in their native environments, inspiring countless expeditions to uncover the beauty of agave habitats. His expertise extends to cultivating these plants, with a particular focus on selecting and growing exceptional clones.
Aug 26
Articles
NEXT SHARING GARDEN: Vista/Bonsall Sharing Garden: Sunday, September 27, 2026, With Group Tours From 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Robert Kopfstein working with Tony Gurnoe to hand pollinate Encephalartos natalesis. Photo: Tony Gurnoe. Registration for members to open soon: https://sdhort.org/FeaturedGarden Sunday, September 27, 2026, Group 1 - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Group 2 - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Group 3 - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Cycads and bromeliads and succulents – oh my! Robert Kopfstein is a past president of the San Diego Bromeliad Society (and also of the Palomar Cactus and Succulent Society),
Sep 1
NEXT SHARING GARDEN: Mission Hills Sharing Garden: Saturday, August 8, 2026, With Space Available for a 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Tour
Photos courtesy of Randy Laurie. Registration for members only: https://www.sdhort.org/event-6744549 Saturday, August 8, 2026, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM What a treat! It’s rare to find a 2-acre garden in Mission Hills, and the owners of this beautiful property have been very generous in opening their garden to us. We had a sharing garden here in July 2013, when the garden was just 4 years old, and seeing it now you can understand how the original vision has matured and filled in. La
Aug 1
NEXT SHARING GARDEN: Mission Hills Sharing Garden: Saturday, August 8, 2026, With Space Available for a 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Tour
Photos courtesy of Randy Laurie. Registration will open soon for members only - 200 spots available. Saturday, August 8, 2026, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM What a treat! It’s rare to find a 2-acre garden in Mission Hills, and the owners of this beautiful property have been very generous in opening their garden to us. We had a sharing garden here in July 2013, when the garden was just 4 years old, and seeing it now you can understand how the original vision has matured and filled in. La
Jul 1
NEXT SHARING GARDEN: North Park Sharing Garden: Saturday, June 6, 2026, With Limited Space Available for a 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Tour
Registration is still open and for members only - limited spots remaining. Sat, June 6, 2026, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM https://www.sdhort.org/event-6660031 Sat, June 6, 2026, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM https://www.sdhort.org/event-6675389 Sat, June 6, 2026, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM https://www.sdhort.org/event-6675390 Join us to visit the remarkable North Park garden of Landscape Architect Chris Drayer, which was created over 26 years of painstaking work under daunting conditions. Most of the ga
Jun 1
NEXT SHARING GARDEN: Poway, May 2, A Few Spots Left In The Second Tour From 12:15p - 2:00p ... First Tour Is Full ...
Registration is still open and for members only - there are two sessions with limited spots at each - Sat, May 02, 2026, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM https://www.sdhort.org/event-6660002 This session is full. Sat, May 02, 2026, 12:15 PM - 2:00 PM https://www.sdhort.org/event-6660031 Ida Rigby and John Sturla's Poway garden is returning to its roots. The original vision was to have as natural a garden as possible with a distinct sense of place and to have it blend with its setting, a
May 1
ESCONDIDO SHARING GARDEN: Saturday, May 09, 2026, With Two Tours Available 9am -10:30am Or 11am -12:30pm
A visit to Ray and Bonnie Brooks' Escondido garden is always a treat. Their garden was a horticultural hit on the 2025 garden tour and this an opportunity to visit it in early summer. Ray, a former SDHS treasurer, is also known for his woodworking talents. Their property, spanning over an acre, features a diverse collection of plants from around the globe. The garden includes a large greenhouse/conservatory filled with numerous plants and a propagation area. Don't miss the Cy
May 1
A DAY AT THE HUNTINGTON: Wednesday, May 06, 2026, 7:30a–7:30p Private Motorcoach Tour To Huntington Botanical Gardens - Hurry! Only Two Tix Left!
REGISTER: https://www.sdhort.org/event-6610585 Hop aboard our private motorcoach for a full-day excursion to the Huntington Botanical Gardens at the height of Spring in San Marino. Immerse yourself in the 207-acre estate that features over a dozen specialized botanical gardens. The gardens themselves are a breathtaking exhibition of biodiversity, with over 130 acres of themed spaces that transport guests to different corners of the world. Highlights include the iconic Desert
May 1
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