Monrovia Historical Museum – Annual Native Plant Sale (Monrovia, CA)

For many years our California Native Plant Society San Gabriel Mountains chapter has conducted an annual sale of native plants suitable for gardens in our area. A good variety of reasonably priced California native plants and wildflower seeds appropriate for gardens in the Los Angeles basin will be available, including plants for attracting birds and butterflies to your home garden. Knowledgeable chapter members will be on hand to answer questions. We obtain our plants from high-quality local nurseries specializing in native plants.

Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden – International Plumeria Conference (Los Angeles, CA)

The Plumeria Society of America proudly announces the third International Plumeria Conference, the premier event for plumeria enthusiasts, growers, and professionals. Activities include lectures, workshops, panel discussions, demonstrations, and a specially-curated tour of the plumeria collection at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Its popular Plumeria Grove, the most extensive public collection in the American West, contains 112 plumeria plants comprising multiple species and new and old cultivars. The three-day conference, co-sponsored by the Plumeria Society of America and the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, will feature keynote speakers from the world of plumeria horticulture and botany, such as John Ingwersen and Doug Brunner, who own two of the largest plumeria nurseries in the U.S. Their behind-the-scenes insights and advice are invaluable. Twenty-five top plumeria experts will share their experience and wisdom with workshop topics like rooting, grafting, plumeria identification, pruning, fertilizer, pest control, and more. In addition, vendors will showcase the latest products and services related to plumeria care and maintenance. Attendees will also receive a pass each day to visit the Arboretum.

Wilbur D. May Arboretum Society – Fall Bulb Festival (Reno, NV)

Whether you want to add a few spring bulbs to your current landscape or you want to plant an entire blooming spring garden, this event will have everything you need.

Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden – Bird Walk (Arcadia, CA)

Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden – Floral Arrangement Class (Palo Alto, CA)

Cheyenne Botanic Gardens – Arboretum Fall Foliage Tour (Cheyenne, WY)

Washington Park Arboretum – Fall Plant Sale (Seattle, WA)

Denver Botanic Gardens – Building Your Home Apothecary Workshop (Denver, CO)

Make your own home medicine chest, stocked with effective homemade remedies for you and your family. In this class, discover how to use easy-to-find ingredients from the garden and grocery for everything from colds and flus to digestive upsets, headaches and skin rashes. From the many uses of apple cider vinegar and tonics to herbal teas and baths, empower yourself with natural therapies that help restore health and accelerate healing. Make virus-fighting elderflower/echinacea syrup and spicy fire cider, a tasty digestive tea and a soothing herbal salve and lip balm with samples to take home. Class includes an extensive handout with recipes. Get ready for the winter nasties and learn the fascinating craft of the home apothecary.

The Hudson Gardens & Event Center – Bird Walk (Littleton, CO)

Each month, we team up with an Audubon Master Birder from the Front Range Birding Company to discover the rich bird habitats of Hudson Gardens. You’ll leave with insights into local wildlife, birding techniques, identification tips, and much more! Whether you are new to birding or an experienced birder, there is always something exciting to see through your binoculars! This walk will be held outdoors, so please dress for the weather. Participants will meet in front of the Welcome Center by 8 am. Bring snacks, water, and a pair of binoculars.

Boyce Thompson Arboretum – Walk on the Wild Side (Superior, AZ)