Penstemon Propagation Workshop - Volunteer Nursery Event
Schedule
Thu Apr 25 2024 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Location
Car Park for Sycamore Canyon | Thousand Oaks, CA
About this Event
Join us for a short, but sweet class on growing a few of our local native Penstemon (Beardtongue) species from seed and cuttings! This event is part of our traditional Propagation Thursdays, which runs from 9am - 12noon, but feel free to stay for only the class portion. Topics and plants covered include:
- Treating seed of various Penstemon species for germination and propagation
- Taking and preparing cuttings of Penstemon heterophyllus
- Tips on handling Penstemon seedlings after germination
Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. (Questions? email - [email protected])
DETAILS:
The Penstemon propagation workshop takes place from 10am - 11:30am, and general propagation volunteer hours begin at 9am, and go thru 12pm. Arrive anytime between 9am and 10am for best experience.
This workshop and other volunteer work will take place outdoors at the Rancho Sierra Vista nursery. Much of the work can take place under shade, but volunteers should be prepared to stand for at least 2 hours and be exposed to the cold and sun for various lengths of time. Please wear hiking or outdoor working attire, bring water/reusable water bottle, sunscreen, and a sun hat. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. (Questions? email - [email protected])
Directions: ON GOOGLE MAPS Search 'Car Park for Sycamore Canyon'
1. Park in the final, bottom, lower visitor parking lot: Car Park for Sycamore Canyon
2. Walk past the left side of the bathrooms, past the Eucalyptus grove.
3. Walk into and past the horse stable area, and into Rancho Sierra Vista Nursery.
Total walking time averages less than 3 minutes. If you are walking for longer you may be walking the wrong way! Call or text 805-844-7449 if you are lost.
The main entrance is at Via Goleta and Lynn Road, Newbury Park, CA, 91320
From the Ventura Fwy (101) to Lynn Rd exit. South on Lynn Rd 5.25 miles to Via Goleta. Park entrance is on the left.
Where is it happening?
Car Park for Sycamore Canyon, Via Goleta, Thousand Oaks, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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