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September 2018
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Native Plant Sale
The plant sale runs Saturday, September 29, 2018- Sunday, November 4, 2018, 9:00AM - 6:00PM. Enjoy thousands of plants from the many habitats of California, the Garden’s annual sales dwarf all other native plant events on the Central Coast. Considering replacing your lawn or some of your water-loving planting beds? Most California natives are drought resistant. Speak with our knowledgeable staff about what plants are best for your garden or come to some of our weekend workshops. You can also visit…
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International Oak Society Conference 2018
Adapting to Climate Change - Oak Landscapes of the Future". University of California, Davis; UC Davis Arboretum ad Public Garden, Davis, CA.
Find out more »Botany in the Hot Seat: Vegetation, Fire and Climate Change. Early-Registration deadline
Attend the 44th Annual Southern California Botanists Symposium to learn about the “hottest” botany topics. This one-day symposium at Pomona College features varied talks and poster sessions. Students may submit an abstract to the poster session for comped registration and can apply for travel grants. For more information and registration visit socalbot.org. Early registration closes October 21, 2018.
Find out more »CNPS Garden Ambassador Seasonal Garden Visits – RSVP required
Patricia Carpenter's Seasonal Ramble You are invited to enjoy Patricia's native garden on a typical fall day. The garden is located west of Davis and is a secluded 1-acre wild escape on the slough. Started in 2005, the garden now features more than 300 species and cultivars of California native plants. Visit Patricia's Garden Ambassador profile to learn more, access a map and plant list, and take a virtual tour! Highlights: fall color and growth, wildflowers in germination, seasonal care…
Find out more »International Oak Society Conference 2018
Adapting to Climate Change - Oak Landscapes of the Future". University of California, Davis; UC Davis Arboretum ad Public Garden, Davis, CA.
Find out more »International Oak Society Conference 2018
Adapting to Climate Change - Oak Landscapes of the Future". University of California, Davis; UC Davis Arboretum ad Public Garden, Davis, CA.
Find out more »‘The Re-Generation of Gardens’
‘The Re-Generation of Gardens’ is a presentation inspired by the synthesis of garden design and nature’s inspiration, emulating organic processes. Shawn Maestretti, principal landscape architect of SMGA weaves together the importance of regenerative garden practices, the beauty of climate appropriate plants, and hands on tips for garden enthusiasts who want to deepen their connection to the soil, their gardens, and to nature. An elegant solution emerges when we imagine and develop resilient gardens where humans and nature can grow and…
Find out more »International Oak Society Conference 2018
Adapting to Climate Change - Oak Landscapes of the Future". University of California, Davis; UC Davis Arboretum ad Public Garden, Davis, CA.
Find out more »Yerba Buena Work Party
Volunteer activities include weeding, planting, and general maintenance. Please wear closed-toed shoes, long pants and layers. The event will occur rain or shine. To RSVP, email recparkvolunteer@sfgov.org or call 415-831-6333. Every Wednesday, 12-3 p.m., Glen Canyon Park Learn more: glenparkassocation.org
Find out more »Flora and Fauna on the Move – Why Wildlife Corridors Matter
Come learn about projects that help wildlife maintain traditional pathways in the face of highways and human development. A wildlife biologist and an environmental scientist from the California Division of Fish and Wildlife share how they identified the state’s large remaining blocks of intact habitat, and then looked at some wildlife corridor needs in our Sierra foothills.
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