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socalhort.org NEWSLETTER January 2019 OUR NEXT MEETING SCHS WELCOMES SHARING SECRETS IN THIS ISSUE Thursday, January 10 NEW MEMBERS For January, please tell us: January Program and SCHS Announcements ...... 1 Friendship Auditorium We have new members Tell us about your successes and struggles with houseplants, 3201 Riverside Drive for the new year! December Program & Party and what your favorites are. Recap, plus Sharing Secrets . . . . 2 Los Angeles, CA 90027 d Jennifer Culp Reply at: www.socalhort.org Horticultural Happenings . . . 3 Fayleen Harmon or e-mail your response to: Upcoming Programs and Socializing: 7:00 pm [email protected] SCHS Contact info...... 4 Meeting begins: 7:30 pm www.socalhort.org by Monday, January 14 Green Sheets ...... Supplemental

MEMBERSHIP Houseplants & Balcony NEWS & EVENTS We begin the new year with a In 2006, Jennifer began her PHILANTHROPY presentation on how to use and care current teaching career at Mt. SAC In the SCHS’s continuing efforts to for indoor , by as a Professor of Horticulture. One support local horticultural interests, professor Jennifer Hinostroza of Mt. of the courses she teaches is Interior the board recently voted to donate $500 to Mountains Restoration Trust in San Antonio College (Mt. SAC). She Landscaping which deals with the Calabasas. They lost their headquarters will be speaking to us about general design, installation and maintenance to fire in 2016 are still working on requirements for houseplants and of interior plants that are used in rebuilding as they continue their mission to preserve the natural resources of the other container plants, as well as best residences, offices, hotels, malls, Santa Monica Mountains through habitat practices and maintenance. restaurants and other locations. restoration, education, land acquisition Jennifer worked in the retail While her presentation for the and conservation easements., nursery industry for several years SCHS will draw on some of the while she was a student at Cal Poly materials Jennifer presents in her GREEN SHEETS Pomona, and was also involved in courses, she will primarily focus on They’re back!!! We have finally compiled several different horticulture therapy light requirements and watering, data, located photos and written descriptions for the “missing months” of programs. As appropriate choices for 2018’s Green Sheets. We are pleased to part of the different light levels, temperature present a record of the specimens members completion of requirements, fertilization, and the bring in to exhibit at our Plant Forums, and her B.S. degree, benefits of having plants indoors. we always appreciate your participation! she took an Additionally, she will provide care internship at tips, recommended reading on the 2019 MEMBERSHIP the Disneyland topic, and will be available to answer We would like to thank all of you Resort in the our questions after the program. for your membership and look forward to offering you diverse horticultural horticulture We look forward to welcoming experiences in 2019 through our monthly Photo courtesy of speaker. of courtesy Photo department, Jennifer and learning more about programs, Coffee-in-the- events which led to a full time work with this interesting topic. At a time of and unique field trip opportunities. them that lasted seven years. This year when many of us spend less We are also glad when you encourage guests to attend a meeting so they, too, provided her the opportunity to time gardening outdoors, we can all can see what the SCHS is about and may gain experience in many different benefit from finding new ways to consider becoming members as well. positions, including landscape design enjoy our plants while staying inside. Thank you for your continued support, and interior landscaping. u and we will see you throughout the year! DECEMBER PROGRAM RECAP • SHARING SECRETS Our monthly meeting in December Her maintenance recommendations and noted which ones appeared to be was a celebration of the season as we came included removing lower branches from recovering the best. Cassia brewsteri was together for our Annual Holiday Party, trees, keeping any branches off and away the first to regenerate, and both Banksia held for the first time at the Canoga Park from the roofs of structures, and integrifolia and Brachychiton acerifolius Women’s Club, and attended by members keeping plants well-irrigated ahead of came back strong. She also mentioned that as well as a large number of guests from the and during the fire season. Suggestions Tristaniopsis laurina was a great “indicator” west San Fernando Valley. for design elements that could help make tree for knowing when your garden needs After people had a chance to mingle home landscapes more fire resistant, were: watering. Plants that burned to the ground and sample the tasty goodies brought in planting a well-watered hedge on the fire but regenerated were: Calothamnus ‘Little by members, SCHS Lion’, Erimophylla decipiens, president Steve Gerischer Melaleuca hypericifolia and introduced guest speaker the Lomandras, which she Jo O’Connell, owner of claims can withstand just Australian Native Plants about any extreme weather in Casitas Springs in the conditions. Jo also shared Ojai Valley. As a survivor that many of the plants of the 2017 Thomas Fire, featured in her presentation she provided a thought- would be incorporated

provoking presentation speaker. of courtesy Photo in the rebuilding of her about Australian plants in general, with a prone side of a structure, replacing lawns home, which will be set in a dry rainforest specific focus on planting recommendations with organic mulches, DG or gravel to landscape with “screens” planted 20’ away for fire prone areas. slow down fires, and using swales to retain from all structures. Jo’s nursery has been in business since moisture. She even suggested we test plants Following a question and answer the early 1990s, and is open by appointment. for fire resistance by tossing a handful of session with Jo, all in attendance were She lost her home in the fire, and has been their leaves into a barbeque to see how long encouraged to peruse the plants she rebuilding it and the business during the they take to burn. brought along for sale and to browse the last year. Jo spoke about some of her favorite Jo then listed many of the “survivors” that “Give Away” table, which quickly emptied and tough specimens to try in our changing made it through the fires or bounced back after a countdown by Steve Gerischer. climate - selected for their flowers, attractive soon thereafter, as well as others with similar With a great speaker, food, drink, plants qualities, cold and dry tolerances, as well as attributes that might be good options to and freebies, the evening’s program had fire resistance and/or ability to regenerate. plant for a fire resistant garden. Genera she something to send everyone home to a Landscaping with fire resistant trees and recommended to use for hedges, foundation great start for their holiday season. plants, coupled with diligent maintenance, shrubs and cut flowers includedGrevillea, were criteria Jo cited to help mitigate Eremophilas, Xanthorrhoea, Scaevola, and d Sabine Steinmetz potential fire damage to both plants and various species within the Acacia and Hakea structures in high risk areas. She defined families. A. longifolia, A. elata, A visiglia, Downloadable PDF copy of entire “fire resistant” plants as those that can H. hakeoides, H. trineura and H. denticulosa presentation can be found at: absorb more heat from an approaching fire ‘Stinking Roger’ were some Jo considered to https://socalhort.org/resources/ without burning and consequently slow a be good candidates to survive both fires and Documents/Australian%20Native%20 fire down. Fire resistant trees can also help drought conditions. Plants%20for%20Fire%20Resistance%20 trap embers and slow down the danger to During 2018, Jo observed the regrowth 12_07_18.pdf structures from approaching winds. of trees and shrubs on her property

I plan to change out some plants that Guerrilla Gardening at my job at DCT SHARING SECRETS were seriously damaged in the two heat H2O Reclamation Plant using natives and Last month our question was: waves of late spring and early summer. Mediterranean plants, plus flowers for (Probably some of my favorite roses will the hummingbirds, butterflies and bees! What kinds of gardening plans hit the trash can!) The California natives, - Sanitation Fairy have you made for the New Year? Australian plants and some South African plants breezed through the heat showing I double-checked with County Ag We received a great selection of replies almost no distress. extension, and our citrus fruit are not under - some of which came from guests! Guess I know what to plant. quarantine yet, as the disease itself hasn’t been detected here in Burbank. Therefore, d - Anonymous #1 as a precaution, I’m making foods with my Finish my , and plant citrus to give away. I made preserved lemons more natives on my hillside. Stop growing Lavandulas (too short- as Christmas presents for my cooking friends lived); plant more Aloe varieties; do more and will do more in January, plus maybe - Janet fuel reduction pruning! some lemon-ginger preserves. - John Schoustra Also, I’ll continue filling in blank spaces Turn the garden into a British Tavern/ in my garden with California natives. Those Nautical theme with plants that reflect the from the TPF autumn sale are in the ground Plant lots of wildflower seeds! islands and Great Britain. and loving it thanks to recent rains. - Shawn Lochridge - Carol A. - Anonymous #2 v JANUARY HORTICULTURAL HAPPENINGS Please contact location(s) to confirm HUNTINGTON BOTANICAL Saturday, 1/19, 1:30-3pm. Firewise Gardening: listed events, and for a full schedule. Groundcovers with Orchid Black, , 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino 91108 Native Sanctuary. Plant groundcovers now using a Events are free with admission 626.405.2100 huntington.org designer’s palette of low-maintenance species to lower unless otherwise indicated. Every Saturday, 10am-1pm. Ranch Open fire risk, enhance defensible space, and reduce erosion. House. Stop by this urban site Members $20, Non-members $30. Register online. Locations______are listed by Zip Code. (open weekly) and pick up fresh ideas for d . RANCHO LOS CERRITOS Thursday, 1/10, 2:30pm. Rothenberg Hall. Garden SAN DIEGO BOTANIC GARDEN 4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach 90807 Talk with rose hybridizer Tom Carruth, the E. L. & 230 Quail Gardens Dr., Encinitas 92024 562.206.2040 rancholoscerritos.org Ruth B. Shannon Curator of the Huntington Rose 760.436.3036 sdbgarden.org Collections. He will introduce his newest floribunda, Saturdays & Sundays, 1-5pm. Garden 1-Hour Tours. ‘Huntington’s 100th’, to commemorate the upcoming Saturday, 1/26, 9am-12noon. Living Wall / Vertical Rancho Los Cerritos offers free 1-hour garden tours centennial beginning fall of 2019. This rose is pastel Garden with instructor Mary Lou Morgan. Learn the for visitors. For details about all of our tours: //www. yellow with a blush of orchid pink and cream, with basics as we plant a 10” x 20” wall with a variety of rancholoscerritos.org/things-to-do-hub/tours/. a powerful fragrance reminiscent of citrus blossoms succulents. Living walls can be indoors or outdoors and sweet fruit. Available for purchase following talk. and incorporate a multitude of colors, textures and d sizes. Members $30, non-members $36. Addt’l. LOS ANGELES COUNTY Thursday, 1/24, 4:30-5:30pm, Auditorium, Brody $80 per-student materials fee payable directly to Botanical Center. Bay Series: Plant instructor on day of class. Register by January 19. 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia 91007 Science for Citizen Scientists. Discussion and 626.821.4623 arboretum.org hands-on lab time with Jim Folsom, the Telleen/ d Saturday & Sunday, 1/12 and 1/13, 9am-5pm. Jorgensen Director of the Botanical Gardens. REDLANDS HORTICULTURAL & Winter Cactus Show, presented by San Gabriel d Valley Cactus & Succulent Society, featuring IMPROVEMENT SOCIETY exhibits that highlight succulent and cacti THEODORE PAYNE FOUNDATION Church of the Nazarene, splendors rarely seen in summer shows. 10459 Tuxford St., Sun Valley 91352 1307 E Citrus Ave, Redlands, CA 92374 Saturday, 1/19, 10am-12noon. Re-Generation 818.768.1802 theodorepayne.org 909-793-3333 (Frank Herendeen) of Gardens with instructor Shawn Maestretti, Friday, 1/11, 9-10am. Native Plant Maintenance redlandsgardenclub.com principal of Shawn Maestretti Garden Basics: Walk & Talk with TPF horticulturist Steve Architecture (SMGA). This presentation weaves Thursday, 1/17, 7pm. Overview of the World of Singer on TPF grounds, for a quick overview of Mushrooms with Master Jerry Poupard. together the importance of regenerative maintenance practices. Wear comfortable shoes, a garden practices, the beauty of climate Fungi and their mushrooms have survived and thrived hat and bring water bottle. Limit: 15. Members $15, for millions of years. Their survival tactics can provide appropriate plants, and hands-on tips for Non-members $20. Register online. those who want to deepen their connection genetic solutions for mankind - often in a delicious to the soil, nature and their gardens. Free Saturday 1/12, 9-10am. Irrigation Basics for Native way. Get a broad overview of the quiet fungal for members and with admission for non- Gardens: Walk & Talk with Tim Becker, TPF’s Director space race taking place, with a focus on mushroom members. For info., call Education Department. of Horticulture. A focused walk on TPF grounds nutritional and medicinal benefits, plus cooking and covers how, when, where to irrigate, plus benefits/ tincture methods to access these benefits. Free to all. d drawbacks for overhead, drip and hand-watering d equipment. Bring hat and water bottle. Limit: 15. EATON CANYON NATURE CENTER Members $15, Non-members $20. Register online. FULLERTON ARBORETUM 1750 N. Altadena Dr., Pasadena 91107 Saturday, 1/12, 1:30-4pm. Right Plant, Right Place with 1900 Associated Road, Fullerton 92831 626.398.5420 ecnca.org Lili Singer, TPF’s Director of Special Projects. Learn 657.278.3407 fullertonarboretum.org Saturday, 1/19, 9am-12noon, Nature Patio. about local plant communities, their conditions, how Tuesday, 1/8, 1 pm. Container Gardening in Southern Conservation Work Day. Help weed out invasive to assess garden conditions including climate, soil, California. Expert gardener Yvonne Savio will discuss plants to conserve habitat for native species. sunlight and space. For beginners and the prerequisite advantages/disadvantages of growing in containers: Gloves, tools and snack provided. Bring drinking for TPF’s 3-Part California Native Course. choosing pots & plants, basic gardening considerations, water, wear clothing, footwear and sun protection Members $25, Non-members $35. Register online. tips & techniques. $20 members; $25 non-members. for outdoors. Volunteers under 18 should bring an adult. RSVP to eatoncanyon.conservation@ Friday, 1/18, 9am-12noon. Propagating California Saturdays - 1/12 & 1/26, 10 am. Public Nature Tour. gmail.com. Repeats 3rd Saturdays. Native Plants with Jordan Isken, TPF’s Production Meet at Nature Center, where one of our docents will Manager. Learn basic vegetative propagation and start guide you on a tour through the beautiful garden. d several native plant species from cuttings or divisions in Monthly: 2nd & 4th Saturdays. this hands-on session. Leave with a flat of starts! Limit: DESCANSO GARDENS 10. Members $50, Non-members $60. Register online. d 1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada 91011 COASTKEEPER GARDEN 818.949.7980 descansogardens.org Saturday, 1/19, 9-10am. Lawn to Garden Design Basics: Walk & Talk with Flora Ito, TPF’s Nursery Sales 1560 E. Santiago Cyn. Rd., Orange 92869 Saturday & Sunday, 1/12 & 1/13, 9am to 5pm. Cool Camellia Manager. This focused walk in TPF’s gardens will Celebration amidst the largest camellia collection in North showcase landscape options and explain how to 714.850.1965 coastkeeper.org America, with music, special walks, crafting and flower create a basic planting plan for replacing your lawn Saturday, 1/12 9:30am. Monthly Garden Share. arranging demonstrations. Celebrate these winter blossoms! with a garden. Includes a copy of TPF’s “From Lawn Bring garden-related items such as plants, cuttings, Activities are free with admission. Register online, in person to Garden” workbook. Limit: 10. Members $20, pots, tools, produce, etc., to trade. More info. at the Visitor Center, or by calling (818) 949-4200. Non-members $25. Register online. online. Repeats 2nd Saturdays. d d Yvonne Savio w x UPCOMING SCHS PROGRAMS d BOARD OF DIRECTORS d Unless otherwise noted, meetings are regularly held at Steven Gerischer - President, Oral History Committee, PR Friendship Auditorium, 3201 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles, 90027 John Schoustra -Vice President, Field-Trip Committee, Finance Committee, Plant Raffle, Plant Sales at meetings d January 10 - Horticultural educator Jennifer Hinostroza of Laura Bauer - Treasurer, Finance Committee, Website Committee, Mt. San Antonio College will present HOTY Event Committee, Voicemail “Houseplants and Balcony Gardening” Pat Steen - Membership Secretary, Recording Secretary, Field Trip and Coffee-in-the-Garden Committees, Greeter d February 14 - Jason Dewees, horticulturist, palm expert and Carol Aronson - Field Trip & Coffee-in-the-Garden Committees, author, will talk about “Designing with Palms” Program Committee Carol Bornstein - Program Committee March 14 - Mike Evans, owner of Tree of Life Nursery d Aprille Curtis - Social Media Committee, Plant Forum supplies will speak about California native plants Fleur Nooyen - Program Committee d April 11 - Speaker Matt Candeias, author of the popular Steven Ormenyi - Finance Committee, Program Committee In Defense of Plants blog (Presentation topic TBA) Yoav Paskowitz - Finance Committee, Oral History Committee, Website Committee, Newsletter Copy Editor Yvonne Savio - Horticultural Happenings, PR, Field Trip and GARDEN QUOTE OF THE MONTH Coffee-in-the-Garden Committees “The beginning Lili Singer - Board Nomination Committee, PR, Archives, Social Media Committee is the most important part of work.” Sabine Steinmetz - Newsletter Editor, Sharing Secrets - Plato Jill Vig - Coffee-in-the-Garden Committee, Oral History Committee, Special Projects 818-567-1496 / socalhort.org / Join us on Facebook Newsletter Editor: Sabine Steinmetz Contributors to this issue: Jennifer Hinostroza, Yvonne Savio Next deadline: Monday, January 14 (for February newsletter) JANUARY DECEMBER Please contribute an article or information of interest.

Southern California Horticultural Society P.O. Box 94476 Pasadena CA 91109-4476 NEWSLETTER January 2019