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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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SHARING SECRETS: Tips For Getting A Constructed Greenhouse

Edited by Cathy Tylka, for Let’s Talk Plants! January 2026. Sharing Secrets cover graphic made in Canva by Karen England. Question for this month is from Tynan Wyatt… Does anyone have tips for a constructed greenhouse? What size did you go with? Materials? What has been the upkeep? What would you do differently? And now for answers… Gerald D. Stewart of 92084 recommends… … some points to ponder: 1. Full sun, you can add shade if it's too much. 2. Make it as large as you have

Jan 1

SHARING SECRETS: Garden Art

Edited by Cathy Tylka, for Let's Talk Plants! December 2025. Question for Sharing Secrets for this month… Can you share vignettes or items from your garden, in words and if possible, pictures, that are made with a sculptural element. Or maybe you can just share pottery or items you use to amuse yourself. In other words, your version of Garden Art! (Some have said this is a great question! Well, we have Ida Rigby to thank for this. If you have a question or thought, share it w

Dec 1, 2025