Apr 11

A Garden of Verses: Petals & Poetry

Hear California poets share their works amongst the beautiful springtime blooms of the Garden in celebration of National Poetry Month. Poets will share works that speak to the theme of wildflowers – poems that express color, vibrancy, ephemerality, nature and more. California Haiku Study Group, FourthSunday Poets, LA County Poets and Pasadena Poets will be represented at this event. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, 1500 North College Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711, (909) 625-8767.

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Apr 04

Monarchs, Milkweed, and Habitat

Join David Karp, as he talks about how you can help create habitats for the Monarch butterfly, and other pollinators as well. Karp will explain the essential elements needed to attract butterflies to your garden. He’ll also discuss plant selection, including the difference between native milkweed plants and tropical milkweed, and give practical tips on how to plant them. Karp will be giving away milkweed plants to help start your garden at home. Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 North Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007, (626) 821-3222.

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Apr 04

Community Composting Workshop – Compost Basics

Have you ever wondered what to do with all your kitchen or garden waste? Good! This workshop is for you! We will explore the world of compost from a practical, how-to perspective. This two-hour, not too technical, exploration into the world of organic waste recycling will leave you feeling that composting can be done by anyone while forever changing the way you look at your potato peelings. Join us to learn about how one small act of waste diversion at your home can have major positive impacts on the environment, the soil and our society. Gamble Garden, 1431 Waverley Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301, (650) 329-1356.

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Jun 05 to Jul 05

San Diego County Fair Garden Show

Show off your green thumb and win cash awards, special recognition and ribbons in the Paul Ecke Jr. Garden Show competitive exhibit at the San Diego County Fair. This exhibit has divisions for professionals, amateurs, garden clubs and students. Competition includes landscape displays and container gardens. The American Horticultural Society will be presenting a 2020 Environmental Award at the show. The Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014, (858) 755-1161.

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Apr 02 to Apr 05

San Fran-Nor Cal Flower & Garden Show

Stroll through gorgeous designer gardens, with artfully arranged plants, trees, and flowers in full bloom. See the designs and watch the demonstrations by world-class floral designers. Discover how to create your own remarkable garden with hands-on demonstrations and inspiring seminars. Meet professional gardeners and nursery owners who can answer all your questions … and help solve those nagging problems. You can attend the show or be part of it! Either way, be sure to be there! The American Horticultural Society will be presenting a 2020 Environmental Award at the show. CAL EXPO, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95815, (559) 322-2211.

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Mar 14

Botany Basics: California Ecology

Discover some of the most common plant communities in California, including chaparral, coastal scrub, grasslands, and coniferous forests in this introductory course on California ecology. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, (805) 682-4726.

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Feb 02 to May 03

Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance

Go on a full sensory journey and discover fascinating tidbits about the artistry, history and science of fragrance at the Springs Preserve’s newest traveling exhibit, Making Scents: The Art and Passion of Fragrance. Blending flora, fashion and fragrance, this interactive exhibit offers a unique, innovative experience where visitors will discover the plants and flowers behind some of the world’s iconic perfumes.
Springs Preserve Botanical Garden,
333 South Valley View Boulevard,
Las Vegas, NV 89107,
(702) 822-7700.

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Jan 18 to Jan 26

Botanical Guided Walk

Join our experts for a free 45-minute guided walk through our beautiful Botanical Garden at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. on select Saturdays and Sundays.
Springs Preserve Botanical Garden,
333 South Valley View Boulevard,
Las Vegas, NV 89107,
(702) 822-7700.

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Feb 01

At Home With Houseplants

Houseplants can add life and beauty to your home, but if you’re struggling to keep them happy and healthy, some simple practices can get your indoor-jungle-goals back on track. Join Danae Horst, from Folia Collective, as she leads you through the essentials of both selecting the right plants for your space, and the care know-how needed to see them thrive!
Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden,
301 North Baldwin Avenue,
Arcadia, CA 91007,
(626) 821-3222.

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