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SAN DIEGO FLORAL ASSOCIATION

Horticulture Calendar of Events

See below for a listing of workshops, classes, tours and other events that happen on a recurring basis.

Below is a listing of the best gardening-related activities taking place all over San Diego County. SDFA is not responsible for change of dates or cancelations. Please be sure to check with each organization for update information.

Do you have an event, class or meeting that you’d like to let California Garden readers know about?

Space is limited, so please get in touch today to ensure inclusion!You may also submit the above information via regular mail, sent to CAG Magazine Calendar, San Diego Floral Association, 1650 El Prado Room 105, San Diego CA 92101. Space is limited, so please get in touch today to ensure inclusion! Any late additions or changes will still be included on the website.

Check with each group.
Please confirm all events; some may be held on-line, postponed or cancelled or change of address.


February

February 12

POWAY VALLEY GARDEN CLUB 
When: 9:00 a.m.
Where: Templars Hall, Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd., Poway 
Guest Speaker: Planting Grapes/Hobby Vineyard, Susan Pacheco
More information:  http://powayvalleygardenclub.org

BONITA VALLEY GARDEN CLUB
Special Event: advance reservations required
When: 9:30 a.m. 
Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church Community Room, 760 1st Avenue, Chula Vista
More information:  http://bvgardenclub.org

POINT LOMA GARDEN CLUB 
When: 9:30 a.m. – Noon
Where: All Souls Episcopal Church, 1475 Catalina Blvd., San Diego
Program: Nancy Carol Carter, Paradise in an English Garden
More information:  http://plgc.org

RAMONA GARDEN CLUB 
When: Board Meeting- 10:00 a.m., General Meeting- Noon
Speaker: Master Gardener Dawn Standke Horticultural Myths
Where: Mountain Valley Church, 1191 Meadowlark Way, Ramona
More information:  http://ramonagardenclub.com

SAN DIEGO EPIPHYLLUM SOCIETY
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  http://sdepis.org

February 13

PARADISE GARDENERS
When: 10:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Where: Skyline Hills Branch Library, 7900 Paradise Valley Rd, San Diego 
More information:  http://ParadiseGardeners.org

SDFA CLASS
VALENTINE POSY & POTION 
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Cost: $25
More information click here

February 14-16

SAN DIEGO MYCOLOGICAL SOCIETY
PRESENTS FUNGUS FAIR
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  http://sdmyco.org

February 15 

SAN DIEGO HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
When: 1:30 p.m.
Where: 17170 Bernardo Center Dr. San Diego
More information:  http://sdhort.org

February 16

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLUMERIA SOCIETY
When: 1:00 p.m.
Where: Jean Farb Middle School, 4880 La Cuenta Drive, San Diego
More information:  http://southerncaliforniaplumeriasociety.com

February 18 

LA JOLLA GARDEN CLUB 
When: 1:00 p.m.
Where: La Jolla Woman’s Club, 7791 Draper Ave, La Jolla
Program: Supannee, “Cooking & Baking with Edible Flowers”
More information:  http://lajollagardenclub.org

CALIFORNIA NATIVE PLANT SOCIETY, SAN DIEGO CHAPTER
When: 7:00 – 8:15 p.m.
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information: 760-434-5033,  http://cnpssd.org

February 19 

SAN DIEGO FLORAL ASSOCIATION 
When: TBD
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  See Meetings

February 20 

SAN DIEGO FERN SOCIETY 
When: Check website
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  http://sandiegofernsociety.com

February 22 

PALOMAR CACTUS AND SUCCULENT SOCIETY
When: 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Speaker: Russel Ray, Succulent Terrariums
Where: Grace Presbyterian Church, 1450 East Vista Way, Vista
More information: http://palomarcactus.org

MISSION HILLS GARDEN CLUB 
When: 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Hills Nursery, 1525 Fort Stockton, San Diego
More information:  http://missionhillsgardenclub.org

February 24

SAN DIEGO ROSE SOCIETY
When: 6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Speaker: TBD
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  http://sandiegorosesociety.com

February 25

UCCE Master Gardeners 
When: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  http://mastergardenerssandiego.org

FALLBROOK GARDEN CLUB 
When: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m. 
Where: Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Ln., Fallbrook
More information:  http://fallbrookgardenclub.org

February 26

IKEBANA INTERNATIONAL SAN DIEGO CHAPTER #119
When: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
Program: Ikebana Demonstration FREE Admission
More information:  http://ikebanasandiego.org

CALIFORNIA RARE FRUIT GROWERS, S. D. CHAPTER
When: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Social Hour,
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. business, presentation, fruit tasting & opportunity table
Where: Room 101, Casa del Prado, Balboa Park
More information:  http://californiararefruitgrowerssandiegochapter.wildapricot.org

February 27

CROWN GARDEN CLUB OF CORONADO
When: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Winn Room, Coronado Public Library. 640 Orange Ave.,
Coronado
Speaker: Demonstration Luncheon Guest Speaker Rene Van Rens
More information:  http://crowngardenclubofcoronado.com

VILLAGE GARDEN CLUB OF LA JOLLA 
When: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 4321 Eastgate Mall, San Diego
Speaker: James T. Farmer III, “Celebrating Home”
More information: 858-454-4117,  http://vgclj.com

February 27 - 28 and March 1

SOUTHWESTERN JUDGES COUNCIL
CGCI 2025 FLOWER SHOW SCHOOL
Course 1. This is the first step in the process of becoming a 
NGC Flower Show Judge. Applications accepted until Jan. 31, 2025. 
Where: Poway
More information: Emily Troxell, etroxell035@gmail.com
or Linda Hermecz, lhermecz@gmail.com


Walks, Tours & Garden Events

OpenTreeMap: A Tree Tracking App for Your Phone

The public is invited to watch Tree Balboa Park’s progress and learn interesting facts about all the park’s trees by downloading the OpenTreeMap app at the Google Play or iTunes store and select “San Diego Tree Tracker” to begin exploring (or view in your web browser). After zooming in on the Balboa Park area of the map, tap on a specific tree location to learn the tree’s name, dimensions, condition, environmental benefits profile, and more. Deeper content and a full report on the park’s tree inventory will be updated periodically.

San Diego Botanic Garden Tour 

Free with admission. 
When: Saturdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.; 
Sundays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Meet the volunteer tour guide in front of restrooms across from the entrance to Hamilton Children’s Garden. 
Where: 300 Quail Gardens Drive (at Ecke Ranch Road) Encinitas, CA
More Information: sdbg.org/programs/guided-tours

The Water Conservation Garden TOUR

The mission of The Water Conservation Garden is to educate and inspire through excellent exhibits and programs that promote water conservation and the sustainable use of related natural resources.
When: Tuesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 
Where: 12122 Cuyamaca College Dr. West, El Cajon
More Information: http://thegarden.org

Balboa Park Events

San Diego Japanese Friendship Garden
The Japanese Friendship Garden (JFG) is an expression of friendship between San Diego and its sister city, Yokohama. It illustrates two cultures and creates an immersive experience into Japanese culture. JFG’s design is based on centuries-old Japanese techniques adapted to San Diego’s climate. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for Seniors (65+) students, and military with I.D. Children younger than 6 are admitted free.
When: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Where: San Diego Japanese Friendship Garden, 2215 Pan American Road, Balboa Park, San Diego
More Information: http://niwa.org

Balboa Park Docent Tours
Join highly trained Forever Balboa Park volunteer tour guides on this free, history-oriented walk through Balboa Park.
When: 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays and 2nd, 4th and 5th Fridays
Where: Balboa Park Visitor Center, 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA
More Information: http://www.balboapark.org

Balboa Park Heritage Tours
Join the Committee of One Hundred volunteer guides
When: 11:00 a.m. 1st and 3rd Fridays
Where: Balboa Park Visitor Center, 1549 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA
More Information: http://www.balboapark.org
Balboa Park Visitor Information Line 
619-239-0512, ext. 8

San Diego Natural History Museum Canyoneer Walks
Guided tours are happening again but advance reservations for each tour are required.
More Information: http://www.sdnhm.org/education/naturalists-of-all-ages/canyoneer-hikes/


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Do you have an event, class or meeting that you’d like to let California Garden readers know about? If so, please email the editor with your group’s name, the meeting date and time, meeting place, any applicable fees, event program and contact information. Space is limited, so please get in touch today to ensure inclusion! 

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