We are thrilled to welcome Kevin Sadlier from Green Jeans Garden Supply to present his expert advice for Non-Toxic Rose Cultivation.  Please join us for this environmentally crucial topic and feel free to pass along the flyer to your friends.  Opened 26 years ago, the nursery specializes in organic controls for the landscape, offers a […]

JOLENE ADAMS, Past President and current Northwest Regional Director of the ARS, presents GROWING ROSES IN CONTAINERS  Powerpoint presentation will include choosing the right type and size of container, using the proper soil mixture, along with the correct planting method and watering directions for the healthiest roses.

Roses and Soils, in an integrated pest management (IPM) context will be presented by Steven Swain, UC Environmental Horticulture Advisor. This Powerpoint presentation will focus on the relationship between soil, water, pests, and plant health.  Learn the best horticultural practices for growing beautiful and healthy roses.    

Please join Martin Kooi, ARS Arrangement and Horticulture Judge for an informative demonstration and discussion of this relaxed arrangement style.  Arrangements will be auctioned off at the end of the meeting.

Jolene Adams presents, "Soil Is Not Dirt".  There's more going on "down there" than just holding the rose upright.  Besides the particles of sand, silt or clay - what else is going on in the ground?  Are nutrients available?  Does it hold onto available water?  Let's "see" what is going on in your soil ... […]