Tag: southern california
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Top Native Plants to Brighten Your Winter Garden
The column by Dan Songster highlights winter plant favorites among gardeners, featuring manzanitas, toyons, and native bulbs like Brodiaea and blue dicks. Members express their joy in winter blooms and foliage, while sharing inspiration and gardening experiences.
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Meet Katie Newman: Advocate for California Native Plants
Katie Newman, a board member of the OCCNPS, shares her journey with California native plants, influenced by her gardening family and studies at UC Davis. She’s currently working on outreach through social media while cultivating a garden with both natives and non-natives. Her goal is to reshape perceptions of native landscaping.
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Benefits of Growing Bush Sunflower
Encelia californica, or bush sunflower, is an evergreen sub-shrub native to Southern California, thriving in coastal sage scrub. It features yellow daisy-like flowers, attracts pollinators, and provides food for birds. Suitable for slopes and gardens, it requires little maintenance, with moderate water and occasional pruning for optimal bloom.
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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.
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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…
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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…