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NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS VOLUME 23 NO. 1 WINTER 2014 People In the BY VIRGINIA HAYES AND BOB CRAIG

ANNA WALSKA considered her- Madame Walska. John La Fleur remained self a , and in fact she faithful to the spirit of Lotusland even Gbecame the self-appointed Head after Madame died and pioneered the Gardener of Lotusland. Frustrated sustainable horticultural practices now by her inability to work at her chateau in place. Continuing in this heritage, in during the war years, she today’s team is as equally talented and turned her attentions to her new gifted as their predecessors and mentors. acquisition in Santa Barbara. In 1953, The garden team is directed and she wrote to an acquaintance, Ladislaus led by Mike Iven, on staff at Lotusland Cutak, at the Missouri , for 29 years. When Mike talks about “I just could not take care of my garden Lotusland, he describes a holistic view during the war in France so I started of the and how each element here and I suppose the malady of the benefits the other in this self-contained collector got hold of me and I could not eco-system. Mike is unflappable— stop.” She goes on to say that “once I his responsibilities are vast and his had some []…I had to attend, demeanor is cool—he and his team water and take care as much as I could.” accomplish horticultural miracles on a That passion to care for the garden daily basis. Their ability to creatively continues today, and Lotusland’s gar- solve complex scientific puzzles com- dening staff collectively has more than bined with years of hands-on experience 220 years of experience working on puts Mike and his crew in the master’s Madame Walska’s creation. This long

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for 34 years (including 4 with Madame). H every day, cultivating a profound, even P intimate, connection. Their connection Listening to him talk about “the nutri- The Head Gardener, Ganna Walska, working in the is forged not through the peaceful stroll Continued on page 2 succulent garden in the 1950s. that visitors all enjoy, but is shaped by completing hundreds of projects every IN THIS ISSUE week, big and small. Listening to the garden crew’s walkie-talkies for a day People In the Garden 1 Horticultural Happenings 7 is like listening to a police scanner for Director’s Letter 3 Exceptional Plants: Lotusland 8 horticulture emergencies, and the gar- Become a Lotusland Docent 4 Auction and Sale deners are the first responders. Caring Collections News 4 Thank You to Our Garden 8 for 37 acres—that’s more than 1,600,000 10-Year Status Report Stewards and Garden Guardians square feet—is a daunting task. There is a long tradition of giants Madame Ganna Walska 5 Aloe Outing 8 Enemy of the Average in horticulture who have worked at Lotusland Receives Design/ 9 Hutton Wilkenson on 5 Lotusland—Charles Glass, noted author, Accessibility Award collector and nurseryman, and Tony Duquette and Ganna Walska Both Enemies of the Average Frank Fujii, a meticulous gardener who Morning Bird Walk at Lotusland 9 was steeped in tradition New Trustee Daniel Bifano 5 Help Make Lotusland’s Wishes 9 and design, both worked for (and with) What Is a Lotus Keeper? 6 Come True 2

The LOTUSLAND NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS is published by Ganna Walska Lotusland 695 Ashley Road Santa Barbara, 93108 805.969.3767 • www.lotusland.org BOARD OF TRUSTEES Larry Durham, President Connie Pearcy, Vice-President Ian M. Fisher, Secretary William M. Daugherty, Treasurer Marc Appleton Debby Baldwin Daniel Bifano Andrew Chou Geoffrey Crane Isabelle Greene Mason Farrell Dawn Lafitte The Garden Crew: BACK ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT, Corey Welles, Mike Iven, Robert Blaha, Esau Ramirez, Mike Suzanne Mathews Furner, Bruno Reginato, Jorge Torrez. FRONT ROW, LEFT TO RIGHT, Eoin Hammonds, Miguel Obregon-Padilla, Eileen Rasmussen Jason Bonham, Raj Singh, Tim Cordero, Alex Chavez. NOT PICTURED, Francisco Haro. Susanne Tobey Leland Walmsley Continued from page 1 hard to match. Corey Welles manages Peggy Wiley tional intake of the bromeliad” is like plant health care—his presence looms Crystal Wyatt speaking to a seasoned, yet self-taught large not only at Lotusland, but as a key Merryl Brown botanist. Spend some time with Paul figure in sustainable in both Robert J. Emmons Mills in the and you’ll be the county and the country. Corey’s Arthur R. Gaudi amazed at his grasp of the science of expertise is extensive and his under- Kisa Heyer propagation or how he artfully brings standing of the art and science of Anne Jones Michael Towbes new into the world. Paul’s managing plant health in a natural and Carol L. Valentine experience at Kew in London and his organic fashion using insects, birds, Lifetime Honorary Trustees studies both in New Zealand and at fungi and recycling is impressive. UCSB are but a few of the credentials Virginia Hayes, curator of the living Gwen Stauffer, M.S. collection, balances time in the garden Executive Director he brings to the gardens of Lotusland. Frequent garden visitors know Esau with a full range of administrative Steven Timbrook, Ph.D. Ramirez, whose extensive practical duties and plant selection functions. Director Emeritus experience (20 years at Lotusland) On behalf of Lotusland, Virginia has Anne Dewey, CFRE makes him the perfect grounds staff scoured the wilds of the Mexican forest Director of Development supervisor. Early photographs show in search of cycads and has chronicled Diane Figueroa, CPA Esau looking like a youngster as he and managed Lotusland’s archives. Director of Finance and Merritt Dunlap pose in front of Bruno Reginato is a second generation Bob Craig the collection in Vista, Califor- Lotusland employee, with more than 34 Director of Marketing nia, which was installed at Lotusland years in the garden. Both he and his Virginia Hayes, M.A. beginning in 2001. Esau’s breadth of uncle Mario Franceshini worked for Curator of the Living Collection knowledge throughout the garden is Madame and then stayed on after her Michael Iven Director of Grounds and Facilities Dorothy Shaner Director of Public Programs Printed by Jano Graphics Lindse Davis, Design

Mission Statement We preserve and enhance the unique historic estate of Madame Ganna Walska, care for and improve its collections, and develop its conservation and horticulture programs, so they educate us, inspire us, and advance our understanding and appreciation of the importance of plants Mike Furner (LEFT) and Bruno Reginato combine for Corey Welles holding a handful of the in our lives and in the life of the planet. 69 years working at Lotusland. that is used to mix compost tea. 3

gardening expertise includes the water for the purist), Miguel Obregon-Padilla— gardens and the . Tim is expertly maintaining the , also an accomplished musician and and main , Raj Singh— attributes his position at Lotusland as a assisting Robert in maintenance of all key factor in being able to pursue his Lotusland infrastructure and Francisco musical career. Does music affect plants? Haro—another City College Environ- Just take a look at his gardens. Alex mental Horticulture graduate who Chavez cares for the main drive cactus/ maintains the Japanese garden. garden, Aloe garden and Educated, informed, involved and succulent garden. Alex has been at respected—this dedicated team is Lotusland for more than ten years. among the most knowledgeable in the Currently, his special expertise field of horticulture. So the question is, has been evident in the health and do great gardeners create amazing vitality of the garden. Eoin gardens or do amazing gardens create Hammonds came to Lotusland seven great gardeners? The answer is probably years ago via the highly respected City a combination of the two. Robert Blaha, Lotusland maintenance College Environmental Horticulture pro- superintendent, in front of the historic garage gram. Eoin confesses that his passion and workshop. for gardening is such that, even when he gets home from work, he “can’t stop passing. Not only is Bruno a talented gardening.” Jason Bonham comes to gardener, but he is part of the living Lotusland with a B.S. in from history of Lotusland. Robert Blaha, a Southern Ohio University. His after- 13-year Lotusland veteran, knows more hours goal is memorizing the scientific about keeping the mechanical side of names of all the plants. Jason has the the gardens (and the house) in order knowledge of a scientist and the passion than anyone. We don’t call an irrigation of a seasoned garden veteran (including specialist, a plumber, a carpenter or an a stint at Longwood). The garden team Paul Mills, assistant curator, and Esau Ramirez, electrician, we call Robert. Tim Cordero is rounded out by Jorge Torrez—in the grounds staff supervisor, trimming a Euphorbia is a 13-year Lotusland veteran whose and tropical gardens (Epiphyllum horrida on the main drive. Director’s Letter

TARTING IN MID-NOVEMBER, the With the price of admission at $35 garden quiets down for three per adult, the revenue we generate from Smonths when all public tours are reservations makes up only 12.5% of suspended until we are permitted to Lotusland’s total annual budget. Even open our gates again in mid-February. though so many more people want to We take advantage of this obligatory visit Lotusland than the number of winter lull to reflect on the success of reservations available, we are committed

the current year and plan our special to ensuring that our members can visit N

exhibits, programs and events for the the gardens. We especially appreciate OW R upcoming year. the financial support members give us D NA N

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added new program offerings for our renewals, which provide about 16% LEA members and guests. As a result, of Lotusland’s total annual budget, not Gwen Stauffer Lotusland has not only sold every one to mention other donations from of the 15,000 tour reservations we are members that help to care for and pre- support, and now we are asking non- allotted annually by our Conditional serve this very special and important member visitors to help share in the Use Permit, but has also turned away garden. Frankly, without your member- effort. At the same time, we encourage thousands of potential visitors each ship support, it would be very difficult you to consider upgrading your mem- year. We are always sad about this. to maintain Lotusland’s gardens and bership to the next level and consider After all, gardens are special places grounds for you and all to enjoy. a Lotus Keeper membership to enjoy all for people to reconnect to nature, to That’s why we are raising the price the great new programs we are planning themselves and to each other, and it of admissions for nonmembers in 2014. just for Lotus Keepers. was Madame Ganna Walska’s intent The $10 increase for both adults and We look forward to seeing you in that as many people as possible should children is the first admission price the garden in 2014! enjoy—and be inspired by—the gardens increase in seven years. We are so Warmest regards, of Lotusland. grateful to you, our members, for your Gwen L. Stauffer 4

Become a Lotusland Docent DOCENT TRAINING BEGINS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3 COFFEE RECEPTION FOR PROSPECTIVE DOCENTS MONDAY, JANUARY 13 9:30 AM

ISITORS TO LOTUSLAND are treated to fascinating mative and enjoyable Monday-morning sessions botanical and historical information about the last from 9:30 AM to noon. A reception will be held Vgarden, interpreted by docents who undergo for prospective docents on Monday, January 13, at extensive training to prepare them for giving public 9:30 AM, offering attendees an opportunity to learn tours. Ten of the 22 docents from our last graduating more about docent training and to meet some of the class were Lotusland members before they joined the very knowledgeable current docents, as well as some training class. of our friendly Lotusland staff members. Beginning February 3, Lotusland will offer a Please tell your friends and neighbors about this 14-week docent training course, providing all the exciting and rewarding volunteer opportunity. For necessary information for conducting tours of the more information or to reserve a place at the garden. Instructors are drawn from Lotusland staff, reception, please contact Volunteer Coordinator the Santa Barbara community and other California Kitty Thomassin at [email protected] or academic and horticultural institutions. These infor- 805.969.3767, extension 112.

COLLECTIONS NEWS 10-Year Status Report

ARDENS ARE ABOUT CHANGE, but collections have grown from about with a historical landscape such 2,500 different types of plants to more Gas Lotusland, we strive to main- than 3,200 today. Here are some quick tain a balance between two separate statistics to ponder. Over 80 new types goals: maintaining the historic fabric of and 50 and species and feel of the garden that our founder of Begonia have been planted in the Madame Ganna Walska left us and garden. More than 50 colorful and furthering our educational and conser- interesting bromeliads have been added vation mission as a botanic garden. to the collection either near the When changing or modernizing or in the garden adjacent to the theatre. parts of the garden becomes necessary, The cactus collection has been enhanced historical considerations are always part with over 90 species of cacti, there are of the decision-making process. Time about 30 new , nearly half has given the garden a character and that number of additional aloes in the intensity only maturity provides, and garden, and another 30-plus species of this patina contributes to Lotusland’s succulent plants in other genera. New engaging and vibrant sense of place. This palms number about 20 and nearly requires deliberation about introducing

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G to bring new species and cultivars of to keep Lotusland vibrant and current, R I V plants to this historic landscape, but but always with the hope that if Begonia ‘Carousel,’ one of the many new begonias planted in the fern garden in the last ten years. It only if they did not significantly change Madame Walska paid a visit today, it was hybridized by Ruth Pease of the International the designed legacy. would still look like her garden. Begonia Society. In the past ten years, the plant —Virginia Hayes 5 Madame Ganna Walska Enemy of the Average SATURDAY, MARCH 1 TO SATURDAY, MAY 17

N HER AUTOBIOGRAPHY, Always Lotusland proudly presents Enemy Room at the Top, Madame Ganna of the Average, a multi-media installation I Walska proclaims herself to be an showcasing Madame Walska’s unique “enemy of the average.” To celebrate persona and the results of her inde- her formidable (and often eccentric) fatigable drive and tenacious nature. energy, Lotusland has created an This extraordinary exhibition opens homage of music, photography, couture, Saturday, March 1. memorabilia and never before made Archival photographs, film footage, public collections of her personal life. recordings and personal belongings will

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never willing to accept the status quo, learn more about the accomplishments O L even as it appeared to others that she of this remarkable diva who once Ganna Walska after a 1934 performance in lived a life of privilege. captivated the world. Chicago’s prestigious Auditorium Theater.

HUTTON WILKINSON ON TONY DUQUETTE AND GANNA WALSKA Both Enemies of the Average SATURDAY, MARCH 8 • 2:00 PM

HEY SHARED A LOVE of things denominator is the enemy,” which and Tony Duquette Jewelry—Wilkinson green (she emeralds and plants, explains why they had this unique bond will present a fascinating dialog about The malachite); Tony Duquette and and friendship. On Saturday, March 8, two people who influenced fashion, Ganna Walska also shared very uncon- Hutton Wilkinson shares his perspective design, society and one another. ventional views on how to live life. She on their friendship and how they inspired Admission is $65 for members and declared herself the “enemy of the aver- each other. The author of several books— $75 for nonmembers. Call 805.969.9990 age” and he stated that “the least common including Tony Duquette, More is More for reservations. New Trustee Daniel Bifano

OTUSLAND IS very pleased to of roses and their culture and shows introduce Daniel Bifano, a new a strong and demonstrated willingness Lmember of our Board of Trustees. to share this knowledge with other Daniel was raised in Montecito and rosarians and the general public.” Until lives in Santa Barbara. He attended Our the number of Master Rosarians Lady of Mount Carmel School and jumped last year, Bifano was one of Bishop Garcia Diego High School, and only three in the society’s Pacific received a Degree in Political Science Southwest region. from San Diego State University. Daniel has served on boards or Daniel is owner of Bifano & Co., Inc., committees of many Santa Barbara and has been a commercial real estate non-profits, including Central Coast broker specializing in property manage- Congregate Care (Heath House and ment since 1979. He is well known Sarah House), Susan Love Breast Cancer in the Montecito and Santa Barbara Foundation, Santa Barbara Society, gardening community for his exceptional A.C. Postel Memorial knowledge of roses and has been and CALM (Child Abuse Listening designing gardens, especially rose Mediation). D

gardens, since 1989. Daniel holds the Dan lives with his partner of 32 N A L title of “Master Rosarian.” According to years, Allan Brostrom. They have two S U T O

the American Rose Society, an individual children living in Santa Barbara with L with this title “exemplifies knowledge their spouses, and four grandchildren. Daniel Bifano 6 What Is a Lotus Keeper?

OTUS KEEPER is a level of exclusive Opening Reception for Enemy —and according to the guests, it was a membership at $500 and above of the Average on Friday, February 28 (see big success! Chef Kristine Castillo of L that offers unique opportunities article on page 5). New Lotus Keeper Village Modern Foods created a sumptuous to enjoy Lotusland while providing events for 2014 include Summer Bounty, five-course meal with many of the much needed—and much appreciated— a farm-to-table dinner on June 21— ingredients grown in Lotusland’s organic general operating support to run the guaranteed to be a deliciously entertain- . Such delectables as farm salad garden and continue our important ing event. Also in the works is a trip to with shaved frozen , seabass community programs. We all share a Sunnylands in Palm Desert to see the with blue cheese beignets, pork loin passion for Lotusland because of our amazing Annenberg Estate and tour with fennel and Beemster aged Gouda connection to this unique botanical fabulous private gardens. We want with - sorbet were treasure. Madame’s goal of “developing members to rediscover Lotusland and, served, followed by a decadent dessert. the most outstanding center of horti- in the spirit of Madame, experience the Guest vintner Bryan Babcock expertly cultural significance and educational garden in an exciting new way— paired each course with luscious special- use” is our mandate to act. By becoming attending art exhibitions, musical salons, reserve wines from Babcock Winery and a Lotus Keeper level member, you help extraordinary culinary events and jour- . His passion for the art and us to fulfill her dream and our mission. neys to places of significant horticultural craft of winemaking made for fascinat- We plan to offer three to four merit. Invitation to these distinctive ing dinnertime conversation. special activities each year exclusively events is a great reason to become a Every guest at this special culinary for Lotus Keeper members as a way to Lotus Keeper. celebration in the garden said, “Do it thank our current Lotus Keepers and again!” encourage others to join. These great FALL HARVEST DINNER: For more information about becom- activities are a wonderful opportunity A LOTUSLAND FOOD AND ing a Lotus Keeper member, please to enjoy Lotusland in a very special and WINE FÉTE contact Membership Manager Bambi exceptional fashion. In September, we had our first Lotus Leonard at [email protected] or All Lotus Keepers are invited to an Keeper event—the Fall Harvest Dinner 805.969.3767, extension 120.

Bryan Babcock sharing his vast knowledge of wines. Wendy and Chris Blau. A beautiful evening on the main lawn. D N A L S U T O L

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S O T O H P Christine Neuhauser and Ozzie Da Ros. Carol and Andy Campbell. Richard Deschutter and Melanie Trent. 7 Horticultural Happenings JAPANESE GARDEN fence line and will plant a variety of screening shrubs and trees to block the MANY OF YOU KNOW or know of Greg view from Ayala Lane to the back of the Kitajima, who recently resigned from garage and the back field (although we his position at Lotusland to enter the think the compost and mulch piles in private sector and offer his specialized the back field are quite beautiful). pruning skills to the general public. Greg Additional screening/insectary plants began working at Lotusland in January will also be installed along the Ashley 2000 as a maintenance gardener and Road fence line. soon became interested in the Japanese You might notice a change at the garden and the specialty pruning corner of Sycamore Canyon and Ashley practiced on plants in that area. He roads. Three eucalyptus trees in decline studied under Frank Fujii and, on his and considered hazardous have been own initiative, attended classes to learn removed. Their proximity to the stucco and develop his Niwake pruning skills. wall contributed to the ongoing de- He was also an integral part of the Francisco Haro in the Japanese garden. terioration of the wall. The wall will maintenance team that works through- be repaired, and insectary plantings out the garden. We will miss Greg and deliciosa, for example, came from the between the stucco wall and chain link wish him success in his new venture. dark recesses of the pavilion fence will improve the appearance of Francisco Haro, a new employee, is where Madame had them growing in that corner. We will plant additional enrolled in the Santa Barbara City pots among many other potted plants. bamboo species inside the fence line at College Environmental Horticulture Terri, now an independent professional the corner to complete the project (EH) program and worked at Lotusland pruner, has returned to Lotusland and (please see our wish list). last year as a work experience student. prunes in the Japanese garden one day Although a full renovation is needed, (Lotusland began offering paid part- per week. Francisco and Terri are now a partial renovation of the roundhouse time work experience positions to EH getting reacquainted with the garden at the entrance of the succulent garden students many years ago.) Francisco and helping us maintain this very from the main drive included structural works a modified schedule around his special Lotusland garden. repairs, waterproofing and the addition school schedule, performing the basic of plants inside the roundhouse. We grounds maintenance duties required in IRRIGATION PUMPS believe Gunnar Theilst, Ganna Walska’s the Japanese garden. A RATHER “DRY” TOPIC, but an important grounds manager, constructed the Terri Clay worked at Lotusland for improvement to grounds operations is roundhouse in the 1960s. His collection 20 years beginning in the mid-1980s. the recent installation of two electronic of orchids was displayed there into She was Frank Fujii’s first pruning variable speed drives. These drives re- the early 1990s. Bromeliads, cycads apprentice and maintained the Japanese place the mechanical pressure switches and succulents have been kept in there garden with Frank for all of those years. controlling the pressure pumps that at various times since then. Welwitschia Additionally, Terri was the creator of allow us to run multiple irrigation mirabilis, an ancient and rare plant the epiphyllum garden. Ganna Walska’s systems at the same time. SAR native to the Namib desert, and other epiphyllums grew in baskets hung in Construction worked with Lotusland to interesting succulents and colorful the trees, but there was no understory design and install a system with quieter bromeliads can now be seen from the planting until Terri began landscaping pump starts and longer pump life, succulent garden pathway. with plants being thinned out of other which will provide even water pressure Whatever the weather may be this areas of the garden. The Monstera and reduce the number of pressure winter, it will be a busy time in the relief bladder tanks needed throughout garden. Be sure to look for the changes the irrigation system. and additions when you visit in 2014. —Mike Iven WINTER PROJECTS WE ALL HOPE WE GET RAIN this winter… and a lot of it. Storm watch and storm cleanup would almost be a welcome relief this year. But there will be time to

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AST YEAR’S auction event was provided lively commentary as he trained vertically in a serpentine shape. so popular that Lotusland held cajoled bidders into making higher bids. This year’s event also featured a “buy it L its second (and looking to Other choice plants, along with other now” section of selected plants that become annual) live plant auction and garden items, included new varieties of were available for immediate sale sale on September 21, 2013. dahlias and , colorful and/or spiny throughout the afternoon. Guests were Staff and donors made sure that bromeliads, dwarf and monstrose treated to specialty cocktails, wine, beer this was no ordinary plant sale. Plant and many more plants, a number of and sumptuous hors d’oeuvres to keep fanciers took home choice specimens them propagated from Lotusland’s the mood festive. and rare species from both the silent collection—totaling 145 items in all. Thanks to all our donors for their auction tables and the spirited live A successful raffle also saw a happy generous support (see page 10) and to auction during which 17 very rare, very winner take home a stunning Cedrus our guests who enthusiastically bid on special items were sold. Jeff Chemnick atlantica ‘Glauca Pendula’ that had been all the auction items. ITE ITE H H W W D

E E N N N A L N N S A A U E E T O O O L R R Action on the silent auction tables. Auctioneer Jeff Chemnick. Spirited live auction.

Thank You Aloe Outing SATURDAY to Our JANUARY 25 GARDEN STEWARDS 1:00 TO 3:30 PM Mr. & Mrs. Larry Durham Bruce Heavin & Lynda Weinman LOES DISPLAY their spec- Mr. & Mrs. Brian J. Kelly tacular blooms when Mercedes Millington & Jack Mithun most plants are dormant Mrs. Andy Pearson A during the winter months—and Michael & Patty Rosenfeld when Lotusland is closed for GARDEN GUARDIANS public tours. This is a wonderful oppor- Mr. & Mrs. Ted Friedel Ms. Cyndee Howard tunity to spend an afternoon in Suzanne & Gilbert Mathews the garden and enjoy more than Mr. & Mrs. John K. Pearcy 170 species and cultivars of aloes Mr. & Mrs. Gary Uwé Rollé during the winter recess. It is a Mr. Jeffrey F. Romano & Mr. Stan A. Shayer special privilege for Lotusland Mrs. Anitra P. Sheen members and their guests only. Mr. & Mrs. Harold Simmons Admission is $35 for members R U

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Ms. Melanie Trent R and may be made by calling E J 805.969.9990. Aloe plicatilis. 9 Lotusland Receives Design/Accessibility Award

ANNA WALSKA LOTUSLAND was instruction for guiding family tours, the recipient of the 2013 Santa people in wheelchairs and those who GBarbara Mayor’s Award for may be slow-moving or vision impaired. Design and Accessibility for inclu- Lotusland is committed to sharing sive docent training and creativity in this very important and historic garden providing access to the garden. with as many people as we can, we are Ganna Walska Lotusland strives to grateful for all our collaborators who provide access to a diverse population helped us build our programs, and we and enhance the community’s ability to are honored by this award. experience this valuable horticultural Accepting the award on behalf and educational resource. of Lotusland, Executive Director Gwen Lotusland purposefully modified Stauffer explained to the audience that

parts of the historic gardens to provide “We have worked to create access D N A L

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and ensures a fulfilling experience for can experience the garden, not only O L every visitor by conducting a rigorous as a source for inspiration, but an The gardens accommodate wheelchairs on a slightly docent training program that includes opportunity for learning.” modified tour. Morning Bird Walk at Lotusland SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1 9:00 TO 11:30 AM

OIN LOTUSLAND RESEARCH Associate Jeff Chemnick and Director Emeritus Steve Timbrook as they lead Jtheir annual winter bird walk. The morning tour focuses on seeing as many species as possible. This is a great way for both experienced birders and beginners to seek out avian “tourists” that spend the winter in

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E We will have several pairs of binoculars to lend if W you don’t have your own. The cost is $50 for members EY R

O and $55 for members’ guests. For questions or to make a C Anna’s Hummingbird feeding in the aloe garden. reservation, please call 805.969.9990.

Help Make Lotusland’s Wishes Come True

To donate funds for any of these items, please call Anne Dewey, Lotusland’s Director of Development, at 805.969.3767, extension 105 or email her at [email protected].

l WEEPING WILLOW TREE One 24" boxed weeping willow tree, a replacement plant for the Japanese shoreline. $350

l TIMBER BAMBOO PLANTS Three 24" boxed timber bamboos to complete the screening inside the wall at the Ashley Road corner. $1,000

l NEW THEATER GARDEN CUSHIONS To replace existing seat cushions that have become worn and tattered after decades of use. $7,000 10 Lotusland Gratefully Acknowledges Donations SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2013

2013 GIFTS FOR THE GARDEN John & Elizabeth McGovern Kellog Garden Products ANNUAL APPEAL Ms. Lori Kraft Meschler George & Christy Kolva Ms. Lynn Montgomery John & Connie Pearcy CARE OF THE GARDEN FUND Ms. Margaret Morgan & Mr. Wesley Phoa Christy Beaudin & Judy Dutcher in memory of Myrtle & Ron IN-KIND DONATIONS in memory of Frieda Kuiper Beaudin Adele & Loi Nguyen Debra Lee Baldwin, Timber Press Mrs. Theodore W. Dobbs Mr. & Mrs. James C. Nonn Randy Baldwin, San Marcos Growers Mr. Mike Iven & Ms. Roberta Bloom Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Ovadia Duke & Kazuko Benadom, Superb Succulents Mr. & Mrs. Peter Jordano Elberta L. Pate Robert Bett, PlantHaven Mrs. Margaret Kelly Mr. & Mrs. James Peterson John Bleck Chris & Bambi Leonard Mr. Donald Philipp Ron Caird, Por La Mar Nursery in memory of Henrietta di Suvero Mr. Bruce Raph Jeff Chemnick Melbourne & Barbara Smith Mrs. Nancy Read Thomas Cole, Cold Spring Aloes in honor of Anne Jones Michael Craib, Suncrest Nurseries, Inc EDUCATION FUND Thomas & Charmaine Rogers Mark & Jill Davis, Santa Barbara Koi Ms. Diane Daley-Smith & Mr. Barry Bennett Ms. Catherine Rose Gregg DeChirico, GGH Monica & David Fishman Michael & Patty Rosenfeld Diane Dunhill, Diane’s Plants Mrs. Lorry Hubbard Mr. Tom Schaumberg Ralph Evans, Botanical Partners William Klansek & Sheri Eckmann Ms. Jean Schulz Mike Flaherty, Plants & Flowers Bobbie Offen Dr. & Mrs. Jeremy Schweitzer Brent & Susie Freitas, Eye of the Day Ms. Ann Sarkis Ms. Mary Scott Ron Garber Peter & Nini Seaman Chris Gilliland, Common Ground GENERAL FUND Mr. & Mrs. Harold Simmons Billy Goodnick Mr. Robert F. Adams & Ms. Nancy Clare Caponi Mr. & Mrs. Gene Sinser Alice & Parry Gripp, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate Mrs. Carolyn Amory Mr. & Mrs. Grant B. Smith Gene Joseph & Jane Evans, in honor of Connie Pearcy & Caroline Thompson Mrs. Prudence Squier Plants for the Southwest/Living Stones Nursery Mr. & Mrs. Robert S. Anderson Ms. Gwen L. Stauffer & Mr. Mark V. Taylor Al Klein & Steve Hansink, Botanic Wonders Ms. Mary Lou Ardohain Geoff & Cyndi Strand Pamela Koide Hyatt, Bird Rock Tropicals Gwen & Henry Baker Ms. Hillary Tentler in honor of Jean Heller Tony Krock Ms. Deborah Baldwin Mick & Kim Thomas Dave Lombardi, Distinctive Framing Mr. & Mrs. Don Bennett Dr. & Mrs. Bruce H. Tiffney Sarmis Luters Daniel Bifano & Allan Brostrom Mr. & Mrs. John Tilson Chris Mankey Mr. Robert Buckley Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Vapnek John Miller, Institute for Aloe Studies The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation Mr. & Mrs. Rick Vitelle Paul Mills as directed by Mason Farrell Mr. Hubert D. Vos Burl Mostul, Rare Plant Research Susan Carey Nancy & Tony Wall Kathy Musial & Dylan Hannon, in honor of Bruce Gregga in honor of Eileen Rasmussen Huntington Botanical Garden Chad & Jill Chase Lel& & Diana Walmsley Jo O’Connell, Australian Native Plants David & Chris Chernof The Watling Foundation, Curt & Sallie Coughlin Chris Potter Marcia & John Mike Cohen Peggy P. Wiley & Wilson Quarré Nathan Revard Bill & Kathy Crevier Laura & Geof Wyatt Matt Ritter, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo William & Anne Dewey Lisa & Kim Zeder James & Lauris Rose, Cal-Orchid Mrs. Barbara Dixon Richard Ross Mrs. Tina Downs PLANT ACQUSITION FUND Tony Ruggieri, Santa Barbara City TV Mr. & Mrs. Chad Dreier Hindy & Giselle Kellerman Karin Shelton Ms. Jan D. Everote Robin Stockwell, Succulent Gardens Mr. & Mrs. Mason Farrell EXCEPTIONAL PLANTS 2013 David Tufenkian Diane & Rick Figueroa Mike Tully, Terra Sol Garden Center Hon. & Mrs. Paul Flynn SPONSORS Christi Walden & Jack Stevenson, Sea Crest Nursery Dr. Jay B. Fortman & Dr. Jennifer Fortman Daniel Bifano Anonymous Mr. & Mrs. Gregg Foster Connie Frank & Evan Thompson Priscilla & Jason Gaines Ms. Debra Ann Galin Mrs. Karen Garrolini Renewing Lotus Keeper Members Frank & Judith Ghezzi Elizabeth B. Gilman SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2013 in memory of Shelby C. Bowen & in honor of Arthur Gaudi Ms. Isabelle Greene GARDEN STEWARD Mr. & Mrs. William M. Daugherty Mr. & Mrs. Larry Hammett Mr. & Mrs. Larry Durham John & Christie Glanville Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hewson David & Judy Jones Debbie & Doug Hild GARDEN GUARDIAN Mr. & Mrs. Ken Stinson in memory of all docents who have passed Mrs. Anitra P. Sheen Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Vapnek on and given so much to Lotusland Ms. Melanie Trent Christopher Hill & Rodolfo Choperena GARDEN ADVOCATE in honor of Eric Naglemann GARDEN CONSERVATOR Ms. Patricia Aoyama & Mr. Chris Kleveland Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Horn Dr. Stephen Blain & Mr. Paul Guido Alberta Binns Ms. Hether Briggs & Mr. Tom Barton Mrs. Lauren Katz Robert & Nancy Gregory in honor of Crystal Wyatt Mr. & Mrs. Curt Coughlin Susie & Bruce Kovner Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Karmin Mr. & Mrs. John Kinnear Leatrice Luria & Kandy Luria-Budgor Rose Marie Lee Mr. Steven K. McGuire David & Dawn Ligon Mr. David H. Murdock Mrs. Kathrine A. Lingle GARDEN CULTIVATOR Bernard & Rosemary Parent Judith Little Leslie & Philip Bernstein Mr. & Mrs. Richard Schall Mrs. Lillian P. Lovelace Mr. William Burke & Ms. NancyBell Coe Melbourne & Barbara Smith Mrs. Marilyn Magid Mr. & Mrs. Brett Caine Evan & Kymberly Strauss Siri & Bob Marshall Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Chou Suzanne Tucker & Timothy Marks Ms. Erma Martin Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Crane Mr. & Mrs. Robert E. Woolley Laurie Marx in memory of Eugene & Jean Mangini Our Membership Manager, Bambi Leonard, makes every effort to ensure that donor information is correct. Ms. Jenifer McCurry If you find an error or omission, please contact her at 805.969.3767, ext. 120 or [email protected]. 11

LIVE AUCTION WINNERS GENERAL DONATIONS GIFT MEMBERSHIP Robert Bett Mary Barbour DONORS Richard Cipra The Costume Society of America Genevieve Antonow Alexandra Geremia Ms. Lindse L. Davis Alaine Balsamo David Jacoby Linnea Eades Carol & Tom Beamer Suzanne & Gilbert Mathews Garden Club of Santa Barbara Brenda Craig Daniel Ovadia Ms. Alexandra Geremia Jill & Marty Davis John & Connie Pearcy Roy & Yvonne Hampton Priscilla Diamond Mary Raven & Gregory Fish for our love of the garden Dean Sereni Mr. & Mrs. Steven Handelman Tilman & Susan Dodd Sharon Sumrall Pam Hayne & Susan Hayne Sue Edwards Crystal & Clifford Wyatt in honor of Gillian & Glynne Couvillion Andrew Evans Susie & Bruce Kovner Robert & Mary Johnson The Little One Foundation Dasha & Dan Keig CACTUS GARDEN ENDOWMENT Mr. Michael Klein Mr. & Mrs. Marc Appleton Mr. Harlis Maggard in honor of Debbie Hild's birthday Mr. Greayer Mansfield-Jones, Jr. Joan O’ Mara in appreciation of the docents Matthew Martinsen LOTUS SOCIETY Rare Plant Group John Scharffenberger Herb & Bernadine Aldwinckle of the Garden Club of America Ms. Jean Schulz Mrs. Heidi Rex Majka Shephard GRANTS in appreciation of docent Craig Morgan John Steiger Montecito Bank & Trust Community Dividends Patricia Saley Karlton Terry The Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust Peter Schuyler & Lisa Stratton Theresa & Paul Vosper Mr. Michael Towbes Fund in appreciation of Virginia Hayes The Towbes Foundation Lois Stratton IN-KIND DONATION in appreciation of Virginia Hayes Bryan Babcock, Richard Silver MEMBERSHIP Babcock Winery & in honor of docent Pat Sheppard MATCHING GIFT DONATION Jillian Torene Chevron Humankind in appreciation of Trustee Peggy Wiley PLANT DONATION as directed by Jeffrey F. Romano & Stan A. Shayer WWW Foundation Joseph & Bridget Costa Lotusland Members WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS WHO JOINED IN SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2013

LOTUS KEEPERS Alison Evans Susanne Joslyn & Tony Johansen Mr. & Mrs. Steven Handelman Dasha & Dan Keig GARDEN CULTIVATOR John Jackowski & Neil Spidell Mrs. Esther Lam & Mr. Christopher Parkes Derk K. Hunter & Kingsley Jack Susie Patterson Michael Libow & Thomas Fernley David & Tamie Posnick Deborah & Michael Sparkuhl Alexandra & Matthew Loos Mrs. Heidi Rex Martinsen FAMILY Janice & Robert Mazurek GARDEN ADVOCATE Arash & Cindy Afshari Nancy & Barney Melekian Mr. & Mrs. Bob Craig Mrs. Andrea Bardakos-Riley & Mr. Matt Riley Patrick & Rachel Moyer Ms. Sally Sheridan & Mr. Andy Norris Christine & Bo Bazylevsky Claire-Ann & George Nicholson Samuel Stern Andrew and Merri Berwick David Nygrn & Louis Alvanez Vera Stern Cassandria Blackmore Nanette & Caitlin Pigaga Carole Cole Leslie & Dennis Power GENERAL MEMBERSHIP Dana and Nancy Cornell Patti Prairie & Buzz Hochberg Richard Enloe & Tony DiSette FRIEND Alexandra & Michael Ramirez Sandy & John Glass Gina & Steve Rocco Nancy & Jesse Alexander Kevin & Stephanie Hulsey Wendie & Steve Ryter Boris Dimitrov & Barbara Kataoka David and C Johnson James Salvito & Perry Norton Dr. & Mrs. Jeremy Schweitzer Mr. & Mrs. James A. Shattuck Erin & Blaine Taylor Members Who Have Increased Linda & Jeffrey Valle Paul Wollam Mr. & Mrs. Charles Wood Their Level of Support INDIVIDUAL SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2013 Arlene Blumberg Cindy Brittain Susan Brodie LOTUS KEEPERS GENERAL MEMBERSHIP Rebecca Brown GARDEN GUARDIAN FRIEND Betty Edwards Margery Hokonson Mr. Tom Benham Mr. Jeffrey F. Romano & Mr. Stan A. Shayer Pamela J. Holt Mr. & Mrs. Ron Caird Oleg Kovlehuk James & Christine Gaskin GARDEN CONSERVATOR Molly McDonough Jennifer Rapp Ms. Marguerite Gamo Jami McDowell Mr. & Mrs. Pete Muller Lynne Scott Lisa & Kim Zeder, L.Z. Design Group Inc Coleen McElroy-Coombs Sarah Moritz GARDEN CULTIVATOR FAMILY Debbie O’Sullivan Mary Compton & Lin Black Ms. Lindse L. Davis Sharon Rich Mr. & Mrs. James Rothenberg Dr. Leonard Grabowski Ms. Janet Rockwell John & Daryl Stegall Ms. Anita Green & Mr. Michael Saphier Jane Roney Mrs. Scott O’Leary Patricia Saley GARDEN ADVOCATE Mrs. Heloise B. Power Mrs. Dawn Saunders Anonymous Ms. Rachel Rubin & Mr. Steve Ceglarski Mrs. Manfred Simchowitz Mrs. Karen Garrolini Donald & Kay Sharpe Andy Stavas Ted Plute & Larry Falxa Mrs. Patricia Tenney Susan Town Lamar Transki Nonprofit Org. U.S. POSTAGE P A I D Santa Barbara California Permit No. 163

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MANY LOTUSLAND EVENTS are open to nonmembers, so please let your friends and neighbors know about the great activities we offer.

Monday, January 13 Wednesday, February 19 Saturday, March 8 Prospective Docent Orientation Garden reopens after winter recess. Hutton Wilkenson on Tony and Coffee Reception Duquette and Ganna Walska: 9:30 AM Friday, February 28 Both Enemies of the Average See details on page 4. Enemy of the Average 2:00 PM Sneak preview for Lotus Keepers. See details on page 5. Please call Saturday, January 25 See details on page 5. 805.969.9990 to register. Aloe Outing 1:00 TO 3:30 PM Saturday, March 1 See details on page 8. Please call Enemy of the Average 805.969.9990 to register. See details on page 5. Tours Tours are offered at 10:00 AM and Saturday, February 1 1:30 PM, Wednesday through Saturday Morning Bird Walk at Lotusland from February 16 and November 15. 9:00 TO 11:30 AM Please call 805.969.9990 for See details on page 9. Please call Printed on recycled and recyclable paper reservations. 805.969.9990 to register. with vegetable-based inks