 Refugio manzanita (in Communities, 1/8/2009) This is the month of the manzanitas (Arctostaphylos). Beginning in winter and continuing through the spring manzanitas of different species and varieties display their pretty urn-shaped flowers throughout the Garden. Refugio manzanita (Arctostaphylos refugioensis), an upright shrub with congested leaves and a profusion of white flowers, is one of the early bloomers and can be seen at its peak in early January in the Communities (co13 and co17 ). |
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 Let your imagination take flight!
Family Winter Bird Fest
Sunday, February 15, 2009
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join your feathered friends in the Garden at the annual Family Winter Bird Fest! Discover the fascinating lives and habits of local and migrant bird species. Identify common birds. There will be learning activities, games, crafts and bird-watching stations throughout the Garden. Participate in our "citizen science" project, the nationwide Great Backyard Bird Count!
Event Fee*
Members FREE
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Native Plant Gardening Tip |
Work with Nature Refugio manzanita (Communities) Much of our region was once covered with coastal sage scrub that included black sage (Salvia mellifera), white sage (S. apiana), California buckwheat (Eriogonum fasciculatum), needlegrass, (Nassella species), sugar bush (Rhus ovata), lemonade berry (R. integrifolia), toyon (Heteromeles arbutifolia), and coast live oak (Quercus agrifolia). A garden incorporating these and other Southern California natives is well-adapted to our mediterranean climate and lean soils. Local birds and bees will appreciate the change, and you can save money and do your part to help the environment, while relaxing and enjoying your garden. |
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