Upcoming Events
We need volunteers who can differentiate native plants to help direct small parties of SD Audubon Society volunteers pulling stink net (Oncosiphon pilulifer), iceplant, and other invasive species from an area known to have Nuttall's lotus (Acmispon prostratus).
We are once again returning to our in-person Fall Native Plant Sale in Balboa Park. We’ve ordered over 250 different plant species and their garden tested cultivars, all native to California and adapted to survive in Southern California’s diverse and changing climates. We’ll begin with over 6,000 plants, but they go quickly! We will have a variety of native seeds and seed vouchers, books, posters, shirts, hats & other merchandise, vendor art, and more!
Spend the day exploring and learning from these beautiful native gardens located in the Mount Helix/La Mesa, Allied Gardens, Santee, and other East County areas. This year’s featured gardens illustrate a variety of habitat plants, dry streambed bioswales, pool-to-pond conversion, water catchment devices, slope gardens, charming water features, bridges, sculptures and more. Be inspired this Spring!
The Water Conservation Garden will be showcasing two different native plant habitats and a seasonal bioswale. While you are there, join the fun with the Ms. Smarty-Plants’™ presentation, “Wings at Work”- about butterflies as pollinators, native plant painting demonstrations by artist Marjorie Pezzoli, CNPS book and seed sales and native plant sales. Day of ticket sale will be at this location only.
Photo: Judie Lincer
The Chapter is pleased to announce its first California Native Plant Festival. The festival will feature a variety of native plant-themed activities for both kids and adults, including artists, vendors, exhibitors, and live music. A selection of chapter-grown native plants and other species will be available for sale. This will be an opportunity to spotlight both the importance and the joy of California native plants for both enthusiasts and novices alike. Funds raised will benefit the activities of the CNPS-San Diego chapter. Hope to see you all there!
THIS EVENT IS OUTDOORS & ADMISSION IS FREE
Location: The festival will be held in the Balboa Park’s Theater Courtyard between the Casa Del Prado Theater and Casa Del Prado and across from the West entrance of the San Diego Natural History Museum.
Come learn about the significance of California native plants for creating habitat and biodiversity. California native plants are optimal for saving water; attracting native birds, bees, and butterflies; and preserving San Diego’s natural heritage.
San Diego Goldenstar (Bloomeria clevelandii) PC: Vince Scheidt
Narrow-leaf Milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis) © Derell Licht [CC BY-ND 2.0]
Big Shrubs
Coastal Sage Scrub
Container Plants
Pollinator Plants
Easy to Grow-Long Color
Proceeds support CNPS-SD, a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of native California flora and the crucial habitat it provides for wildlife & people!
NOTE: This event, unlike our annual plant sale, will feature only select plants with the complete inventory numbering in the hundreds rather than thousands. If you are looking to plant a new garden or fully outfit an existing garden please stay tuned for upcoming plant sale events later in the year and early in 2022. You can join our email announcements here.
We will have the same amazing selection of California native plant books and seeds & bulbs along with additional vendors and artists.
A limited quantity of 75 species of plants will be available for sale. The list below will provide the species name and common name. There will be a few additional species at the sale in quantities of less than 5 plants. 1-gallon prices range from $10 to $17. Click the button below to view species list.
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![Arctostaphylos densiflora 'Howard McMinn' © Debbie Ballentine [CC BY-ND 2.0]](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/585dc42c725e25ca57806ffc/1633016643073-F8I4ULTKU5FTTTS0W9OM/Arctostaphylos+densiflora+%27Howard+McMinn%27+%C2%A9+Debbie+Ballentine+%5BCC+BY-ND+2.0%5D.jpeg)
9:00 AM Book signing (Tom Parker, Co-author ‘Field Guide to Manzanitas’)
9:30 AM Music (Rabbit Foot)
10:00 AM Book signing (Jon Rebman, Co-author ‘Baja California Plant Field Guide’)
10:45 AM Music (Rabbit Foot)
11:00 AM Book signing (Marie Simovich, Co-author ‘A Natural History of the Anza-Borrego Region THEN AND NOW’)
12:00 PM A brief speech by Assemblyman Chris Ward on Dudleya Protection Assembly Bill 223 (photo-ops with our stand-up mascot Dudleya Do Right)
12:15 PM Book signing (Robert L. Allen and Fred M. Roberts, Jr, Co-authors ‘Wildflowers of Orange County and the Santa Ana Mountains’)
1:15 PM Book signing (Greg Rubin & Lucy Warren, Co-authors ‘The California Native Landscape’ and “The Drought-Defying California Garden’)
1:30 PM Music (Peter Hall)
Photo: Gjon Hazard
We have a very special treat: Dr. Jon Rebman, Chair and Curator of Botany at the San Diego Natural History Museum Botany Department will be at the festival throughout the day to answer questions and display herbarium specimens and photos of the newest discovered plants. Species include Crypantha arenophila, Ceanothus pendletonensis, and Crypantha clementina. Stop by, say hello, and learn about these discoveries.
Courtesy of Dr. Jon Rebman
Courtesy of Dr. Jon Rebman
Removing invasive plants so that native plants can grow in their natural home. Click photo to learn more.
Learn how to create private and public California native gardens. Click the photo to learn more.
Grow native plants from seeds and cuttings. Click photo to learn more.
Identify and survey rare California native plants. Click photo to learn more.
We are excited to host several book signings on the hour. Additionally, shop the largest selection of California native plant-related books in the state.
9:00AM: Tom Parker, Co-author ‘Field Guide to Manzanitas’
10:00AM: Jon Rebman, Co-author ‘Baja California Plant Field Guide’
11:00AM: Marie Simovich, Co-author ‘A Natural History of the Anza-Borrego Region THEN AND NOW’
(Marie and the book illustrators will sign. Books will have both author signatures)
12:15PM: Robert L. Allen and Fred M. Roberts, Jr, Co-authors ‘Wildflowers of Orange County and the Santa Ana Mountains’
1:15 PM: Greg Rubin & Lucy Warren, Co-authors ‘The California Native Landscape’ and “The Drought-Defying California Garden’
CLICK PHOTOS BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE BOOKS
Photos courtesy of the authors and book photos courtesy of the publishers
At 12:00PM in the courtyard, San Diego Assemblymember Chris Ward will give a brief speech on Assembly Bill (AB) 223, the first California bill specifically drafted to protect plants from poaching. The bill has been CNPS-sponsored and recently approved by the state legislature. Come by and take pics with our life-sized chapter dudleya mascot Dudleya Do Right.
To learn more about protecting California Dudleya: https://www.cnps.org/conservation/dudleya-protection. Do right by the Dudleya!
We will have over 100 species of California native seeds and bulbs for sale developed by our committee with many species collected from chapter member gardens.
Click photo to learn more about the Seeds and Bulbs Committee.
Click photo above to learn more. Photo: Chris Hendrickson
We are pleased to host county partners in conservation and California native plants.
Click on their logos to see what they do.
Mixed Galium angustifolium, Salvia apiana, Eriogonum fasciculatum, Malosma laurina © Cultivar 413 [CC BY 2.0]
T-shirts, note cards, prints. Click on any image to learn more.
Locally made native bee shelters made with salvaged mahogany and redwood, T-shirts, native bee garden signs. Click on any image to learn more.
Prints, t-shirts, illustrated books. Click on any image to learn more.
Click logo to join or renew your membership
At the festival, shop the largest selection of California native plant-related books.
Buy hats, garden aprons, and tote bags in earthy & spicy fall colors with the CNPS logo.
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Click heart to learn more about volunteering ⇧
Cupressus stephensonii and Pinus coulteri © Joe Blowe [CC BY-SA 2.0]
A modern soulful mix of southern acoustic music.
Acoustic Rock and Roll, Blues and Americana
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Ceanothus oliganthus © Mitch Barrie [CC BY-SA 2.0]
Photo: Torrey Neel
Ordering will be by online shopping experience. You can click the button above after the scheduled time begins to place an order. We will only take the first 180 orders beginning on February 15 at 8PM.
Pick up by appointment only from April 1-3 in Encinitas.
You can view our list of plants available for online order at the Winter Plant Sale 2021 by clicking the buttons below. You can view and start planning on Calscape with advanced search features (click in upper right) or Calflora, with photos and botanic info. Or, if you prefer, you can view the list in PDF format. Prices and sizes for plants will only appear in the PDF preview. Some species will not appear on the Calscape and Calflora lists since they don't match to Calscape, they are from Baja, or for other reasons. Note that availability of species is subject to change.
Photo: Torrey Neel
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
· 150+ different species of California native plants
· 100+ different species of California native seeds and bulbs
· Books and merchandise for sale
· Pick up by appointment only to keep people safe
· All purchasers receive a logo-branded tote bag and wildflower seeds
The proceeds of your purchase support CNPS-San Diego Chapter, a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of native California flora and the crucial habitat it provides for wildlife & people.
Photo: Torrey Neel
Garden plans and watercolor courtesy of Kathleen Catton, Feochadan Land Design.
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
See 50 plants recommended for planting in San Diego and Imperial counties. Complete with stats. Landscape design guidelines included.
Graphic illustrations by Randi Gunder, Goldenscape Designs
Photo: Torrey Neel
Graphic illustrations by Randi Gunder, Goldenscape Designs.
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Our list of plants that will be available for online order at the Fall Plant Sale 2020 beginning September 1 is now complete. You can view and start planning on Calscape with advanced search features (click in upper right) or, Calflora with photos and botanic info or, if you prefer, you can view the list in spreadsheet format. An additional dozen species will not appear on the Calscape and Calflora lists since they don't match to Calscape because they are from Baja or other reasons.
Note that prices and availability are subject to change. We will only take the first 180 orders beginning on September 1.
Order California native plants, arriving during the perfect planting season for those starting or supplementing a California native garden. There will be California native plants of just about every description from grasses to trees and shrubs, perennials to annuals, and even some succulents and ferns.
California native plants are optimal for saving water; attracting native birds, bees and butterflies; and reviving California's unique seasonal palette of color and texture at home.
Photos: Torrey Neel
· 300+ different species of California native plants
· 100+ different species of California native seeds and bulbs
· Books and merchandise for sale
· Pick up by appointment to keep people safe
· CNPS members receive an additional plant at pick up
Additionally, CNPS members placing orders of $250 or more will receive a CNPS logo-branded hat or apron of their choosing.
The proceeds of your purchase support CNPS-San Diego Chapter, a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of native California flora and the crucial habitat it provides for wildlife & people.
Garden plans and watercolor courtesy of Kathleen Catton, Feochadan Land Design.
Composite of photos from Torrey Neel & Carolyn Martus
See 50 plants recommended for planting in San Diego and Imperial counties. Complete with stats. Landscape design guidelines included.
Graphic illustrations by Randi Gunder, Goldenscape Designs
Photo: Constance Vadheim
Graphic illustrations by Randi Gunder, Goldenscape Designs.
The California Native Plant Society-San Diego Chapter presents its 8th annual Garden Tour, The Artful California Native Gardens of East San Diego County, on Saturday, April 4, 9:00am-4:00pm. Spend the day exploring and learning from these gardens that illustrate habitat plants, dry streambed bioswales, adjacent natural areas, pool-to-pond conversions, water catchment devices, slope gardens, charming water features, bridges, sculptures and more. Enjoy meeting artists in many of the gardens who will be creating and selling their California native garden-themed artwork and crafts. Be inspired this Spring!
PC: Nick Basinski
This self-guided Tour of 11 private gardens will have interpretive docents, designers, and homeowners on hand; 5 additional FYI (Front Yard Inspiration) gardens for front yard viewing are listed in the Tour program book.
All participants buying online before March 29 will have a tour booklet mailed to their address in the week preceding the Tour and can begin the tour at any garden location during Tour weekend.
Mount Helix/La Mesa, Allied Gardens, Lakeside, Blossom Valley and other East County areas
PC: Vincent Bellino
-Entry to 11 private residential gardens staffed with interpretive docents, owners, and designers
-5 additional FYI (Front Yard Inspiration) gardens on the route
-Instructional presentations & docent-staffed California native plant exhibits at The Water Conservation Garden Tickets and Info hub
PC: Judie Lincer
-A comprehensive selection of California native plant-related books on sale
-Seeds for over 100 species of California native plants. Start your garden from scratch with minimal investment.
-Plants from Moosa Creek Nursery
The WATER CONSERVATION GARDEN, 12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon, CA
On the day of the Tour, CNPS-San Diego will be selling garden tour tickets, books & seeds, and native plants from Moosa Creek Nursery. With a Tour ticket you will receive free admission to the Water Conservation Garden.
In addition the Garden will feature the following on Tour day:
Interpretive docents at the California native plant exhibits
Tree and shrub planting demonstrations
Butterfly pollinator talk
Art in the garden
To read the full lineup of presentations offered on Tour day click here
To learn more about Water Conservation Garden visit thegarden.org
On the Tour, plant species will be labeled so that you identify them. The labels will also have QR codes that will automatically take you to a full page description of the plant on the Plant Profiles section of our website. If you do not currently have a QR reader app on your smartphone you can download one here:
PC: Christine Hoey
PC: Leslie Autry
ONLINE: $35
STUDENT: $15
Notes:
All participants buying online before March 29 will have a tour booklet mailed to their address in the week preceding the Tour and can begin the tour at any garden location during Tour weekend.
Details may change without notice. This is a rain or shine event. Tickets are not refundable but are transferable to another person.
Free admission for those under 18.
Questions Please email gardentour@cnpssd.org
Photo: Judie Lincer
This event is held during the perfect planting season for those starting or supplementing a California native garden. There will be California native plants of just about every description from grasses to trees and shrubs, perennials to annuals, and even some succulents and ferns.
California native plants are optimal for saving water; attracting native birds, bees and butterflies; and preserving San Diego’s natural heritage.
The sale will be held in the Balboa Park’s Theater Courtyard between the Casa Del Prado Theater and Casa Del Prado and across from the West entrance of the San Diego Natural History Museum. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
· 300+ different species of California native plants: trees, shrubs & perennials
· 100+ different species of California native seeds and bulbs
· Books, posters and merchandise for sale
· Members receive discount on all plants purchased
· Two presentations on native plant basics beginning at 12pm
· Curbside loading with careful assistance
· Ask Me experts to answer your questions
· Secure holding area provided
Proceeds support CNPS-SD, a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of native CA flora and the crucial habitat it provides for wildlife & people!
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Download the master list of plants available for sale at Balboa Park on October 12. Note that due to circumstances beyond our control, some plant species on this list may become unavailable by the day of the sale
Photo: Judie Lincer
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
PC: Dennis Mudd
The California Native Plant Society-San Diego Chapter (CNPS-San Diego) presents its seventh annual Garden Tour, Inviting Nature Home: Native Gardens of Central San Diego County, the weekend of April 13 & 14, 2019 from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. each day. With this self-guided tour, spend a day or two exploring and learning from these gardens that highlight plants that create habitat, dry streambed bioswales, adjacent natural areas, water catchment devices, slope gardens, charming water features, bridges, sculptures and more. Be inspired this Spring!
Self-guided with docents at 14 private gardens. 7 additional gardens on the Tour for front yard viewing listed in program book. Admission good for both days of the Tour.
Attendees ordering tickets online April 6 and after will pick up their program booklets during Tour weekend at the Tickets and Info garden at 11855 Caminito Sanudo in San Diego, CA (gate code #11855) beginning at 9:30am.
Rancho Bernardo, Scripps Ranch, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, Clairemont
PC: Torrey Neel
-Entry to 14 private residential gardens staffed with interpretive docents, owners, and designers
-7 additional FYI (Front Yard Inspiration) gardens on the route
-Instructional presentations and plantings on Saturday and Sunday
PC: Torrey Neel
-A comprehensive selection of California native plant-related books on sale at the door ticket sales location in Scripps Ranch
-Seeds for over 100 species of California native plants. Start your garden from scratch with minimal investment.
-An expanded array of California native plants in 1 gallon and 5 gallon sizes from Moosa Creek Nursery will be available at Walter Andersen Nursery in Poway during Tour weekend. Tour attendees receive a 10% discount on these plants during Tour weekend.
On the Tour, plant species will be labeled such that you identify them. The labels will also have QR codes that will automatically take you to a full page description of the plant on our Plant Profiles section of our website. If you do not currently have a QR reader app on your smartphone you can download one here:
Although we cannot list garden addresses here or in any electronic format due to privacy concerns, all addresses and locations are listed in the Tour booklet you will receive when you purchase a ticket. Here is an overview map to give you a general idea of the scope of the Tour: https://www.cnpssd.org/gt2019map
(SUNDAY ONLY)
Photo courtesy of Kumeyaay Ipai Interpretive Center of Pauwai
Photo courtesy of Kumeyaay Ipai Interpretive Center of Pauwai
Take a one-hour Guided Tour on Sunday, April 14! The 5-acre Kumeyaay Ipai Interpretive Center at Pauwai features a demonstration garden representing local plant life as the Kumeyaay knew it 2,000 years ago. This authentic habitat site includes a hillside walk for the adventurous explorer. You will be guided along this trail by knowledgeable docents where you can run your fingers over deep acorn grinding holes, peer into accurate representation of native huts (‘ewaas) and breathe in California's signature aromas of sage and pine. Learn about how plants were used for food, clothing, shelter and medicines (ethnobotany) and behold this special site where you can truly envision how this land looked so long ago.
This special extended, comprehensive tour is being offered exclusively for the Garden Tour. The cost will be $10 and 50% of the proceeds will be donated to the City of Poway for the Kumeyaay Ipai Interpretive Center. Buy your tickets early as we expect that this will sell out quickly.
PC: Torrey Neel
Saturday, April 13, 1:00–1:30 p.m., Speaker: Lee Gordon at ‘Native Plants Win! A Beautified Brush Management Zone’
Native plants in your garden support native insects, which in turn provide food for birds. This makes for a pollinator paradise and is why native gardens are able to bring so many birds to and around your home. The good news is that there is such a wide diversity of natives in San Diego that you can find a great variety of plants no matter where you live. One of the best ways to find native plants that will work in your landscape is to wander in nearby open spaces and see what grows. Lee will talk about learning to identify local native plants that will be successful and require low maintenance. If you choose to do some irrigation, your choices multiply. We will discuss irrigation, both before you plant and for maintenance, how to plant, controlling weeds, and keeping plants trimmed.
Saturday, April 13, 12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Greg Rubin and Leo Hernandez at ‘Our Own Personal Natural Refuge’
Greg Rubin and Leo Hernandez of California's Own Native Landscape Design, Inc. will be available to chat and take questions in the garden.
Saturday & Sunday, April 13 & 14, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. with Vincent and Daniel Bellino at ‘Name that Native’
Vincent and Daniel Bellino of Restoring California, who currently care for this lovely garden (originally installed by Greg Rubin), will be available to chat with you about why they love using California native plants in every garden design.
Refer to Tour booklet for garden addresses.
PC: Torrey Neel
Saturday, April 13, 11:00–11:30 a.m. at ‘Carriage Chaparral Trail’
Join Greg Rubin of California’s Own Native Landscape Design for a short discussion on how to approach preparing and planting a native vs. conventional landscape and why we follow this methodology, ending with a planting demonstration and Q&A.
Sunday, April 14, 1:00–1:30 p.m. at ‘California Meets Tuscany’
Join John Corning of Kelly Grn Native Landscape Living for a short discussion on soil types, techniques for digging holes, plant placement, whether or not to mulch, and irrigation, ending with a planting demonstration and Q&A.
Refer to Tour booklet for garden addresses.
PC: Judie Lincer
DOOR on Tour Weekend: $35
Purchase at Tickets and Info Garden-11855 Caminito Sanudo, San Diego, CA 92131 (Gate Code: 11855)
Note: Details may change without notice. This is a rain or shine event. Tickets are not refundable but are transferable to another person.
Questions Please email gardentour@cnpssd.org
PC: Lee Gordon
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Photo: Phillip Roullard
This event is held during the perfect planting season for those starting or supplementing a California native garden. There will be California native plants of just about every description from grasses to trees and shrubs, perennials to annuals, and even some succulents and ferns.
California native plants are optimal for saving water; attracting native birds, bees and butterflies; and preserving San Diego’s natural heritage.
The sale will be held in the Balboa Park’s Theater Courtyard between the Casa Del Prado Theater and Casa Del Prado and across from the West entrance of the San Diego Natural History Museum. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted.
“What Do I Do Now – Now that I Have Purchased All of These Plants?” Speaker: CNPS-SD Garden Committee expert, Lee Gordon
Casa del Prado, Room 104 at 1:00 and 2:00pm, Saturday, Oct 13
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
· 250+ different species of California native plants
· 100+ different species of California native seeds and bulbs
· Books and merchandise for sale
· Members receive discount of 10% on all plants purchased
· An Ask Me table of experts to answer your questions
And this year there are two free afternoon workshop sessions: “What Do I Do Now – Now that I Have Purchased All of These Plants?” given by Garden Committee expert Lee Gordon.
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
Photo: Chris Hendrickson
For questions, please email: plantsale@cnpssd.org
Join us on the 6th Annual CNPS Native Garden Tour that will be held in North County on Saturday & Sunday, April 14th & 15th and includes the areas of Encinitas, Cardiff, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos and Escondido. We are featuring 17 residential gardens and several non-residential and public gardens. Spend a day or two exploring some lovely neighborhoods and backcountry areas. We have a great variety of lovely gardens including features such as gardening on slopes, dry streambeds, bioswales, water catchment, charming water features, bridges, garden art, striking sculptures and more.
Photo by Jeff Silva
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
Please email us at specialevents@cnpssd.org if you'd like to get first word and offers on all upcoming special events.
You're invited! Please join us for a day of speaker presentations and hands-on sessions with field experts. This is a great opportunity for you to gain important knowledge about native gardening. The workshop is held in perfect timing for late winter/spring planting.
LEARN HOW TO
DETAILS
There will be 5 presentations, hands-on seminars, and demos in which attendees will be invited to participate. A couple of sessions will break into two smaller groups for easier hands-on participation and in the following session the groups switch place. Everybody gets to participate in all sessions! We will wind up the day with an expert panel.
Throughout all sessions attendees will learn ways in which to plant and maintain natives, how to lessen inevitable damage from gophers and the far-reaching benefits of using native horticulture. These benefits include low-water use, low maintenance, and providing habitat for native wildlife including birds and other pollinators.
Photo by Stephen Rosenthal
SCHEDULE
8:15-8:45 am Registration and Breakfast
9-9:50 am Propagation Using Cuttings and Seeds
Su and Hank Kraus (Owners, Moosa Creek Nursery)
10-11:50am Hands-on Native Horticultural Plant Garden & Native Plant Preserve Tour
Lucy Warren and Greg Rubin (Co-authors of two books on California native gardening)
Tony Gurnoe (Horticultural Director, SD Botanic Garden)
11:50am Lunch
12:10pm Irrigation Explored
Mike Evans (Founder, Tree of Life Nursery)
1:00-2:30pm Barn Owl/Kestrel Box Demo & Gopher Trapping
Danny Sedivec (Founder & Executive Director, The Raptor Institute)
Tony Gurnoe (Horticultural Director, SD Botanic Garden)
2:45-3:30pm Experts panel answering participant questions
MORE DETAILS
REFUNDS
We don't offer refunds. However, your registration is transferable to another person.
Photo by Jeff Silva
This event is held during the perfect planting season for those starting or supplementing a California native garden. There will be California native plants of just about every description from grasses to trees and shrubs, perennials to annuals, and even some succulents and ferns.
California native plants are optimal for saving water; attracting native birds, bees and butterflies; and preserving San Diego’s natural heritage.
In addition to plants, there will be seeds, books, posters and other plant-related items. Friendly knowledgeable experts will be on hand for plant selection advice. Cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. A convenient curbside loading zone is available for picking up plants. This California native plant sale will be in the Balboa Park’s Theater Courtyard between the Casa Del Prado Theater and Casa Del Prado and across from the West entrance of the San Diego Natural History Museum.
EARLY ENTRY: CNPS members may start shopping at 9:00am
For questions, please contact Carolyn Martus at plantsale@cnpssd.org
Join us for a day of speaker presentations and hands-on sessions with field experts. Learn how to:
* Successfully plant and maintain native gardens
* Encourage sustainable native habitats for birds, insects, butterflies and other animals.
* Use local resources for both new and experienced native gardeners
Presented concurrently with the Cuyamaca Water Conservation Garden (CWCG) Spring Garden Festival, the CNPS-SD Garden Native Spring Plant Sale will feature:
Why native plants? Attract birds and butterflies, save water, and preserve California's natural heritage.
The Garden Native Committee of the California Native Plant Society-San Diego Chapter (CNPS-SD) is presenting its fifth annual Tour, 'Gardens of Growth and Legacy', the weekend of April 1st & 2nd, 2017, from 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. This enjoyable and educational weekend...
