Plumeria 101: How to Grow Thriving Plumerias in SoCal

Ready to grow lush, vibrant plumerias that flourish in Southern California? Join expert grower Mike Atkinson for a fun, hands-on workshop designed to teach you the essentials of successful plumeria care.

With over 25 years of experience growing plumerias, Mike will guide you through the techniques he uses on his own farm — with live demonstrations, practical tips, a farm tour, and plenty of time for questions.

Topics include:

• Proper watering techniques
• Choosing the best fertilizer
• Best planting methods
• Rooting plumeria cuttings
• Winter protection and care
• Pest prevention and treatment
• Understanding Southern California growing conditions
• Live Q&A session
• And much more

Whether you’re new to plumerias or looking to improve your results, this class will give you the confidence and knowledge to grow healthier plants with bigger, more beautiful blooms.

What to bring:

• Water bottle (refills provided)
• Hat
• Pen
• Clipboard
• Close-toed shoes
• Aloha spirit
• And wear sunscreen

We’ll be in the shade in our covered, outdoor classroom. This is a rain-or-shine event.

Check-in begins 15 minutes before the event starts. Please allow enough time to arrive, park, and get a seat, as the event will begin promptly at the scheduled start time.

Cancellations are accepted up to 24 hours before the event. Eventbrite ticket fees will be deducted (around 8%).

TESTIMONIALS

“Took their Plumeria 101 class and it was fantastic! Learned new things and learned I was actually doing some things right!! Took questions all through the class, so all mine were answered. Even got to walk around and admire his endless trees! Would highly recommend!” Lisa

"I was sponging up knowledge and stories from Mike, a dynamic speaker. Tons of lessons, so many techniques I take with me to nurture my collection of plumerias." Mark

ABOUT MIKE

For more than 30 years, Mike and his wife, Stacy, have owned and operated a thriving plumeria farm on Mt. Helix in La Mesa, California, in San Diego’s East County. Together, they have become internationally recognized leaders in the plumeria community, annually selling hundreds of plumeria plants and more than 15,000 flowers, hosting two major sales events that attract 2,000 attendees, and teaching more than 50 educational classes for hundreds of enthusiasts each year. Through their social media presence, they reach more than one million people worldwide.
Mike and Stacy’s farm and expertise were featured on the PBS television program A Growing Passion in an Emmy Award-winning episode dedicated to plumerias. Mike has taught numerous plumeria workshops throughout Southern California, including presentations for the San Diego Horticultural Society, San Diego Botanic Garden, Master Gardeners programs, garden clubs, and nurseries.
He is the only speaker to have presented at every official plumeria society in the United States. Mike served on the steering committees for the 2016 and 2023 International Plumeria Conferences and is a longtime volunteer and featured speaker for the Southern California Plumeria Society.
In addition to authoring numerous articles on plumerias and tropical gardening, Mike has been interviewed by major media outlets, including MarthaStewart.com and the Los Angeles Times. www.AtkinsonPlumeria.com

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