Tag: southern california

• Insights on California Native Plants from OCCNPS Treasurer

  

  Lindsey Giron, treasurer of the OCCNPS, shares her journey and insights on California native plants. With a background in hospitality and accounting, she emphasizes the importance of connecting with nature. Currently, she is establishing workshops at Tree of Life Nursery and aims to engage more people in appreciating native plants and their ecosystems.

  E. Wallace

  September 29, 2024

  Botany, Buckwheat, California Bumblebees, Gardening with Native Plants, Monarchs and Milkweed, Nature

  birds, Buckwheat, butterflies, california native plants, gardening, Nature, southern california

• Interview with OCCNPS President Elizabeth Wallace

  

  Elizabeth Wallace, president of the Orange County Chapter of the California Native Plant Society, shares her journey in native plant gardening and community organizing. Inspired by her love for the environment, she initiated projects like Vera’s Gardens, a native plant garden for women in rehabilitation. She aims to boost awareness of native plants and engage…

  E. Wallace

  June 28, 2023

  California Bumblebees, Gardening with Native Plants, HOA Landscapes, Vera’s Gardens in Trabuco Canyon

  birds, butterflies, california native plant society, california native plants, gardening, Nature, southern california

• OCCNPS Past, Present & Future: Insights from Board Members

  

  Guest Article by Thea Gavin The Orange County Chapter of the California Native Plant Society (OCCNPS) presents a Q and A that will highlight our Board Members’ experiences and knowledge. We begin this monthly series with an interview arranged by Thea Gavin that features Dan Songster, long-time volunteer and past president of OCCNPS. Dan Songster…

  E. Wallace

  May 25, 2023

  Buckwheat, Gardening with Native Plants, White Sage

  birds, butterflies, california native plants, Dan Songster, gardening, Golden West College Native Garden, Nature, southern california