HORTICULTURAL HAPPENINGS
Many thanks to our former board member, Yvonne Savio, for continuing to compile this handy listing of monthly events! It will be updated once a month, but please contact each location to confirm the event listed. Events are free with admission unless otherwise indicated. Yvonne runs the website Gardening in LA. Check it out for news, information, monthly gardening tips and her blog!
For more events as they’re posted, see https://www.gardeninginla.net/submit-your-garden-events.html
FEATURED ONLINE WEBINARS and IN-PERSON EVENTS
First Wednesday of each month, 1:30 to 2:30pm
Zoom Webinar - Monthly Topics and Answering Your Questions with Frank McDonough
Los Angeles County Arboretum
Join Arboretum Botanical Information Consultant Frank McDonough for discussions of monthly topics. Bring your plant questions! Free, but registration is required at https://www.arboretum.org/events/plant-information-on-zoom-8/2022-06-01 .
Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month, 10:00am to 12:00pm
In Person Event - Ballona Discovery Park Clean Up
Ballona Discovery Park Garden Club, Playa Vista
Roll up your sleeves to help beautify Ballona Discovery Park! Get hands-on experience while learning about urban ecology. You will assist with invasive plant removal, pruning, watering, seeding, planting, mulching, and more! Healthy plant life is vital for a healthy ecosystem! Free, but you must pre-register at https://www.ballonafriends.org/community-events . Ballona Discovery Park, 13110 Bluff Creek Drive, Playa Vista 90094. For more information, contact Neysa Frechette, neysaf@ballonafriends.org , 818-470-3593, www.ballonafriends.org
Thursday, 03-02-2023, 5:30 pm
Online Zoom - Naturehood Series: "Growing Good Food" with Abe Sanchez and Amanda Mahaffey
California Native Plant Society
California's native plants can provide a variety of flavorful options in your garden. Learn how to landscape for and maintain an edible native garden. Featuring Abe Sanchez, Cooking the Native Way, and Amanda Mahaffey, The Ecology Center. Free, but advanced registration is required. For more information and to register = https://www.cnps.org/gardening/webinars
Thursday, 03-09-2023, 7:00 pm
In Person Event and Online Zoom - "Garden to Table from Seed " with Renee Shepherd
Southern California Horticultural Society, Friendship Auditorium/Griffith Park
Renee Shepherd, founder of Renee's Garden seed company, will be sharing how to plan and enjoy a bountiful, colorful and delicious kitchen garden throughout the seasons featuring vegetables and herbs chosen for fabulous flavor, easy growing, productivity, and top nutrition. She will include specific varietal suggestions, information on how and where to find seeds of many cultures and countries, as well as preparation and cooking ideas for using your harvests for satisfying everyday meals.
Schedule: 7pm Doors open / 7:10pm Announcements / Plant Forum 7:15pm / 7:30pm Program. Online registration is required to access the Zoom invitation - see www.socalhort.org for a link to register. For more information = socalhort@gmail.com, 818-567-1496For people attending the live event at Friendship Auditorium, for the safety of our guests (and in keeping with L.A. County Health Dept. guidelines) we strongly recommend masks be worn indoors and that vaccine boosters are current.
Saturday, 03-11-2023, 9:00 - 11:00 am
In Person Event - "Abundant Nutrition - a Foraging Walk" with Douglas Kent
Poly/Ana and Studio Petrichor, Pasadena
Goodness and nutrition surround you - come with us on this inspiring, in-person presentation and learn the basics of foraging in the San Gabriel Valley. Expert Douglas Kent will teach us how to protect yourself; the most common foraged foods, and delicious treats that often go missed. Foraging is for everyone and fantastic fun. Sponsored by Poly/Ana and Studio Petrichor. $25 To purchase tickets = https://www.eventbrite.com/e/abundant-nutrition-a-foraging-walk-in-pasadenawith-douglas-kent-tickets-533929426287. Location will be emailed to registered participants 3 days in advance. For more information = Shawn Maestretti, infopolyana@gmail.com, 747-737-2278, www.thepolyana.org
Saturday, 03-11-2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm
In Person Event - Organic Veggie Plant Sale
Sarah's House Maternity Homes Fundraiser, Simi Valley
Sarah’s House Maternity Homes Fundraiser $2 Kick-Off Sale and free compost (bring your own 5-gallon bucket; one per household). We will be giving away FREE Compost and having a FREE Raffle. This is our 4th year growing and selling $2 Organic Veggie Starters to raise $ for the Charity. Our Plant Sale has already started with winter & spring starters. The sale runs through May. As a way to say Thank You to all that have supported us over the last 4 years we wanted to have a special event. We hope to see you there. Free. 641 Weller Ct, Simi Valley 93065. For more information = Derrick & Dorissa Mitchell, icutfilm@me.com, 805-304-8771
Saturday, 03-11-2023, 10:00am - 2:00pm
In Person Event - Spring Fling Retail Sale
Growing Works Nursery, Camarillo
Monthly retail day at this mostly wholesale nursery. Growing Works grows California native plants, succulents, and some other unusual plants, all suited for Southern California. Spring Fling Sale Day will also include live music, food trucks and artisanal local vendors. 1736 South Lewis Road in Camarillo. For more information (and directions to the nursery) = https://turningpointfoundation.org/spring-fling/
Saturday, 03-11-2023, 11:00am - 1:00pm
In Person Event - "Pot It Like It's Hot" Winter Workshop
Flyplant + Earth Medicine, Los Angeles
Get your hands dirty and learn the fundamentals of potting and basic plant care! When it comes to repotting, the rule of thumb is to repot a plant during early spring to late fall. So in order to equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to get ready for Spring, we are rolling out our Winter Workshops on February 11th & March 11th. $50-130. 1801 East 7th Street, Los Angeles 90021. For more information and to register = https://potitlikeitshot.eventbrite.com/
Saturday, 03-18-2023, 1:00pm
In Person Event - "Spring and Summer Planting in Southern California" with Yvonne Savio
Los Angeles Public Library Platt Branch, Woodland Hills
Yvonne will discuss the many kinds of edibles and ornamentals to plant and enjoy during our warm seasons. Los Angeles Public Library, Platt Branch, 23600 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills 91367. For more information = Jennifer Ann Watson, 818-340-9386, jwatson@lapl.org
Sunday, 03-19-2023, 2:00pm
In Person Event - "Home Composting - Garden Gold from Kitchen & Garden Waste" with Yvonne Savio
Los Angeles Public Library Valencia Branch, Santa Clarita
Yvonne discusses the many methods and techniques for success. Free. Valencia Branch Los Angeles Public Library, 23743 W. Valencia Blvd., Santa Clarita 91355. For more information = Jazz (Jasmine) McCulley jmmculley@santa-clarita.com, 661-799-6135.
Thursday, 03-23-2023, 9:30am
In Person Event - "Notable English Gardens: Chelsea Flower Show, King Charles' Highgrove Organic Sustainable Garden, and 'Mother' of Cottage Gardening Marjery Fish" with Yvonne Savio
Floralia Garden Club, Duarte
Floralia Garden Club hosts Yvonne discussing her visits to these English gardens and discovering techniques to use in Southern California. Duarte Senior Center, 1610 Huntington Dr., Duarte 91010. For more information = Nancy Feldman, 626-795-7533, 626-354-6619, nancywalks2@hotmail.com
Sunday, 03-26-2023, 10:00am - 3:00pm
In Person Event - "Tomatomania!" with Yvonne Savio
Tapia Brothers Farm Stand, Encino
Yvonne will answer gardening questions and make a presentation on transplanting tomato plants. Tapia Brothers Farm Stand, 5251 Hayvenhurst Ave, Encino 91436. For more information = https://tomatomania.com/tapia-brothers-farm-stand-encino/
Tuesday, 03-28-2023, 7:00pm
In Person Event - "Succulent Superstars" with Sandy Masuo
Monrovia Garden Club, Monrovia
The Monrovia Garden Club hosts Sandy Masuo, Senior Writer for the Huntington Garden, discussing how to know and grow succulents. 6:30pm social time, 7:00pm meeting. Free. First Presbyterian Church, 101 E. Foothill Blvd., Monrovia 91016. For more information = Polly Thomas, pollyandmiguel@gmail.com, 626-716-1204.
OTHER VENUES
Armstrong Garden Centers
Including Anaheim, Claremont, Costa Mesa, Glendora, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Canada-Flintridge, La Crescenta, Laguna Niguel, La Habra, Long Beach, Monrovia, Newport, Pasadena, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, Thousand Oaks, Torrance, Tustin, Westchester.
Free in-store and online classes.
California Botanic Garden (formerly Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden)
1500 North College Avenue
Claremont 91711
909-625-8767
calbg.org (formerly rsabg.org)
Advance tickets recommended. Check website for current event listings and online content.
Grow Native Nursery open seasonally (closed in summer months).
California Garden and Landscape History Society
P. O. Box 220237
Newhall, CA 91322-0237
https://cglhs.org/upcoming-events
Online and live lectures and events - may require advance registration. Check website for current listings.
California Native Plant Society – San Gabriel Mountains Chapter
Eaton Canyon Nature Center
1750 North Altadena Drive
Pasadena 91107
818-398-5420
California Native Plant Society – Los Angeles/Santa Monica Mountains Chapter
Chapter Message: 818-782-9346
Chapter Email: lacnps@lacnps.org
Check website for current listings.
California Rare Fruit Growers – South Bay Chapter
South Coast Botanic Garden
26300 Crenshaw Blvd.
Palos Verdes Peninsula 90274
310-765-0570
Check website for current listings.
1560 East Santiago Canyon Road
Orange 92869
714-850-1965
Check website for current listings.
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Drive
La Canada Flintridge 91011
818-949-7980
Check website for current listings and online content.
Desert Horticultural Society of the Coachella Valley
UCR Palm Desert
75-080 Frank Sinatra Drive
Palm Desert 92211
www.deserthorticulturalsociety.org
Check website for current listings.
Eaton Canyon Nature Center
1750 North Altadena Drive
Pasadena 91107
626-398-5420
Check website for current listings.
El Dorado Nature Center
7550 E. Spring Street
Long Beach 90815
562-570-1745
http://www.longbeach.gov/park/park-and-facilities/parks-centers-pier/el-dorado-nature-center/
Check website for current listings.
Fullerton Arboretum
1900 Associated Road
Fullerton 92831
657-278-3407
Check website for current listings and online content.
Huntington Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino 91108
626-405-2100
Online tickets required in advance for weekends and special events. Check website for current listings and online content.
J Paul Getty Museum – Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Drive
Los Angeles 90049
310-440-7300
Check website for current listings and online content.
J Paul Getty Museum – Getty Villa
17985 Pacific Coast Highway
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
310-440-7300
Check website for current listings and online content.
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden
301 North Baldwin Ave
Arcadia 91007
626-821-4623
Online tickets required in advance. Check website for current listings and online content.
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
900 Exposition Blvd
Los Angeles 90007
213-763-3466
Online tickets recommended in advance. Check website for current listings and online content.
Rancho Los Alamitos Historic Ranch
6400 East Bixby Hill Road
Long Beach 90815
562-431-3541
Advance tickets recommended. Check website for current listings and online content.
Rancho Los Cerritos
4600 Virginia Road
Long Beach 90807
562-206-2040
http://www.rancholoscerritos.org/
Advance tickets recommended. Check website for current listings and online content.
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
Redlands Horticultural and Improvement Society
Church of the Nazarene
1307 E Citrus Avenue
Redlands, CA 92374
909-793-7716
http://redlandsgardenclub.com/index.html
Check website for current listings.
Roger’s Gardens
2301 San Joaquin Hills Road
Corona del Mar, CA 92625
949-640-5800
Check website for current event listings.
San Diego Botanic Garden
230 Quail Gardens Drive
Encinitas CA 92024
760-436-3036
Advance tickets recommended. Check website for current listings and online content.
1212 Mission Canyon Rd.
Santa Barbara 93105
805-682-4726
Online tickets required in advance. Check website for current listings and online content.
Santa Barbara County Horticultural Society
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church
909 N La Cumbre Road
Santa Barbara 93110
805-684-5725
Meetings usually held on the first Wednesday of each month. Check website for listings.
Smartgardening (LA Dept. of Water & Power)
https://dpw.lacounty.gov/epd/sg/webinars.cfm
Free online webinars. See website for schedule and themes.
South Coast Botanic Garden
26300 Crenshaw Blvd
Palos Verdes Peninsula 90274
310-544-1948
www.southcoastbotanicgarden.org/
Online tickets required in advance. See website for event listings.
Southern California Horticultural Society
Friendship Auditorium
3201 Riverside Drive
Los Angeles CA 90027
818-567-1496
Second Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm. Meetings may be Zoom only, live only or a hybrid - check webpage for current info. SCHS meetings start with Announcements at 7:10pm and the Plant Forum at 7:15pm, followed by the featured speaker. Online Zoom webinars require advance registration.
Theodore Payne Foundation
10459 Tuxford Street
Sun Valley 91352
818-768-1802
Check website for in-person and online events & classes.
University of California Riverside Botanic Garden
900 University Avenue
Riverside 92521
951-784-6962
Check website for current event listings.
University of California South Coast Research & Extension Center
7601 Irvine Blvd
Irvine 92618
949-653-1810
http://screc.ucanr.edu/Extension_Outreach_-_Education/
Open for classes and special events. Check website for current listings.
Waterwise Community Center, Chino Basin Water Conservation District
https://www.cbwcd.org/
Free in-person and online classes and public demonstration gardens.