Calendar of Events
MARCH
7 Rare Fruit Society Lecture & Demo Sunday 11am - 4pm
Sponsored by the California Rare Fruit Society
"Day of Fruit" Inspirational Garden Specialists speakers Ed Valdivia, Ken Ueda, and others. Fruit tasting, recipes, crafts, grafting demonstrations, plant sales and much more!
13 African Violet Show & Sale Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Coast African Violet Society.
One of the most popular of houseplants, African Violets bloom almost continually. This year's theme is "Spring Celebrations with African Violets". Pots, fertilizer, soil and other supplies will be available for sale. Gini McCanne of Violet Perfection by Gini will be offering plants for sale.
28 Dahlia Lecture Sunday 2pm - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Coast Dahlia Society
Dahlias are a very diverse and beautiful flower. Come and learn about the care and cultivation of this garden beauty. Roots will be available for purchase.
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APRIL
10 & 11 Cactus & Succulent Show & Sale Saturday & Sunday 9am - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Coast Cactus & Succulent Society
Did you know that all cactus are succulents, but not all succulents are cactus? Impressive species grown by society members will be on display. Friendly, knowledgeable society members will be on hand to answer your questions. Plants, pots, and potting material will be available for purchase.
16 Member's Only Preview Night Friday 5pm - 7pm
Sponsored by the South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation and Propagation Workshop
Back by popular demand, our Member's Preview Night affords you the opportunity to choose the best selection of plants offered. Enjoy wine and light snacks while visiting with your fellow gardening enthusiasts. RSVP to the Foundation Office by April 9, 2010. Tickets are $15 per person, in advance and $20 at the door.
17 Spring Plant Sale Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation and Propagation Workshop
This annual sale is much anticipated in the community. Additional vendors will be offering specialty plants for sale. Come early for the best selection.
17 SCBG 50th Anniversary Open House Saturday 9am - 5pm
Hosted by L.A. Supervisor Don Knabe, in conjunction with L.A. Department of Parks and Recreation, and South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation
Join us at the garden for a day of activities as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the founding of South Coast Botanic Garden . Activities will include Children's activities, Community Information Booths, Food, Music, Garden Tours, our Spring Plant Sale, and Art.
24 & 25 American Needlepoint Guild 10am - 4pm Sat. & 10am - 3pm Sun.
Stitcher's Showcase
Hosted the Needle Artists by the Sea
This show of variousstitched art will be on display in the hall. Display categories include petit point, counted thread, surface embroidery, beads, lace, clothing embelishment, and mixed media.
** Admission is $8 per person, members and non-members alike.
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MAY
2 Epiphyllum Show & Sale Sunday 9am - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Bay Epiphyllum Society
The origin of the epiphyllum has never been fully understood. The blooms are very fragrant and come in many colors. Epi society members will be on hand to answer your questions. Plants will be available for purchase.
9 Palos Verdes Symphonic Band 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Mother's Day Concert
What a treat for mom! Bring mom to visit the garden and then stop in the hall to hear the band. Mom will be delighted! Picnic tables are located outside the garden gates. (This is not a meadow/picnic event and there is no additional charge for this concert.)
15 & 16 Geranium Show & Sale Saturday & Sunday 9am - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Bay Geranium Society
Geranium is a genus of 422 species of flowering plants also known as cransbill. Originating in South Africa, true Geranium are cold-hardy plants, unlike their hybridized cousins Pelargonium. Will include a lecture on the care and cultivation at 11am.
22 & 23 Bonsai Show Saturday & Sunday 9am - 4pm
Sponsored by the South Coast Bonsai Association
Bonsai is the art of dwarfing trees or plants and developing them into aesthetically appealing shapes by grooming, pruning, and training them in containers according to prescribed methods. Come and see how this unique art form has transformed plants.
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JANUARY 2010
3 Rose Pruning Demo Sunday noon - 3pm
Sponsored by the South Coast Rose Society. Meet for this demonstration in the in the Rose Garden. Learn how to properly prepare your roses for the winter to ensure lovely blooms next spring. Dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. In case of inclement weather the demo will be held in the Frances Young Hall.
10 Fruit Tree Pruning Demo Sunday 1pm - 4pm
Mr. Rick Wheeler, Certified Arborist, and owner of Island Mountain Tree & Plant Service will speak about pruning your fruit trees for the winter. This is Rick's 23rd year of lecturing at the garden. Meet in the Frances Young Hall for the lecture and question & answer session. After that you will head out to the orchard for a hands-on demonstration. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
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