Upcoming Events
Past Events
Poinsettias & Candles
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Karl Bauer presented on the care of Poinsettias and brought several varieties for sale at grower’s wholesale prices. Bobbi Cattanese, founder of the Malibu company Scents of Purpose also spoke on how they make and sell their own artisanal aromatherapy candles.
The Drought Tolerant Garden: Gardening With Succulents
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
For our November meeting, Nels Christianson presented on The Drought Tolerant Garden: Gardening With Succulents, featuring varieties of succulents in local gardens as well as gardens beyond California.
Rhododendrons
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
James E. Jaeger, Horticultural Consultant and Landscape Instructor at Santa Monica Emeritus College discussed the Vireya or Malesian Rhododendrons and elaborated on what they are, where they come from, and the cultural requirements of growing Rhododendrons in our coastal region.
The Birds of Malibu Lagoon: Will they Return?
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Jim Kenney spoke on a topic that is very timely for our community, The Birds of Malibu Lagoon: Will they Return?
14th Annual Malibu Garden Tour
Saturday, May 18, 2013
The 14th annual Malibu Garden Tour was held on Saturday, May 18th, 2013.
Eating from Your Garden
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Christy Wilhelmi presented “Eating from Your Garden.” The presentation covered a lot of things from her book, including bio-intensive planting methods, building a healthy ecosystem around your garden, and of course, recipes from the garden.
How to Compost and Create a Living Soil
Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Curtis Thomsen from the Los Angeles Country Smart Gardening Program spoke on the “How to Compost and Create a Living Soil.” He brought composting and worm casting bins and worms!
Hybridizing and the Culture of Pacific Coast Irises
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Bob Sussman from Matilija Native Plant Nursery spoke on the “Hybridizing and the Culture of Pacific Coast Irises.”
Creating Your Dream Garden!
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
For our February meeting, Mary Ann Rush presented on a variety of garden types including the Moonglow Garden (the all-white garden that glows on the night of the full moon), the Hummingbird Garden and Butterfly Garden.
Balconies and Courtyards of the French Quarter in New Orleans
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
New member Gregory Finsley presented on Balconies and Courtyards of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The French Quarter balconies he took to liking even more, along with the quaint courtyards that exist sometimes unnoticed but elegantly adorned.