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GUEST SPEAKERS 4

Matt Dunaj, Sandy Masuo, Lisa Smith, Malcolm Shrimplin, Nicholas Staddon, Scott Logan, David Quint, Delia Hitz, Bryan Chan, Layla Valenzuela, Rosemary Ecker, Frank McDonough, The Fine Art of Potting, Robert Feldman, Lisa Novick, Bruce Blavin, Debbie James

Matt Dunaj - Dome Greenhouse

Matt Dunaj - Dome Greenhouse

Matt Dunaj showed us, how he built this unique Dome Greenhouse, and how this piece of art has become home to a most amazing succulent collection :) Helping him with his endeavor is his friend Graham. Dome Greenhouse Images Courtesy Matt Dunaj's Instagram Photo Gallery @mdunaj

Sandy Masuo - Extreme Plants

Sandy Masuo - Extreme Plants

Extreme Plants, Carnivores, Parasites and Mutants might send shivers down our spines as we remember them mostly from Horror films. But thanks to Sandy's unique presentation we learned about these extraordinary plants' built-in mechanisms and creative sophistication. Website: sandymasuo.com

Lisa Smith - Tree Care

Lisa Smith - Tree Care

Lisa Smith's vast knowledge on how to truly care for Trees is impressive! And her enthusiastically presented "Dos & Don'ts" will stay with you for good :)

Lisa Smith - Tree Care

Lisa Smith - Tree Care

Lisa Smith's vast knowledge on how to truly care for Trees is impressive! And her enthusiastically presented "Dos & Don'ts" will stay with you for good :)

Malcolm Shrimplin - Clivia Miniata

Malcolm Shrimplin - Clivia Miniata

Malcolm Shrimplin (right) and his co-host Alexander Mikhalevitch introduce us to the fascinating world of Clivias and their surprising range of different colors.

Nicholas Staddon on SoCal Gardening

Nicholas Staddon on SoCal Gardening

Nicholas Staddon addresses the important issues SoCal gardeners are facing today and shares his expertise on which plants do well in our region.

Scott Logan - Bird Nesting Boxes

Scott Logan - Bird Nesting Boxes

Scott Logan teaches us, how to invite wild birds into our garden with nesting boxes. Different birds - different housing preferences! :)

David Quint - New Landscaping

David Quint - New Landscaping

Member Chelsea introduces David Quint who shares his knowledge on how to prepare and design landscapes. He also admires a beautiful Passion Flower brought in by our Member Mark.

Delia Hitz - Integrated Garden

Delia Hitz - Integrated Garden

Delia Hitz teaches us about integrated gardens.

Bryan Chan - Bromeliads

Bryan Chan - Bromeliads

Bryan Chan introduces us to the wondersome world of Bromeliads.

Layla Valenzuela - Native Plants

Layla Valenzuela - Native Plants

Layla Valenzuela teaches us about dozens of native plants, and the labeled specimens she provided, made this a great hands-on experience.

Layla Valenzuela - Native Plants

Layla Valenzuela - Native Plants

Layla Valenzuela teaches us about dozens of native plants, and the labeled specimens she provided, made this a great hands-on experience.

Rosemary Ecker

Rosemary Ecker

Certified Garden Consultant, Rosemary Ecker, shares her expertise about Butterflies and Birds in our Gardens.

Frank McDonough

Frank McDonough

LA Arboretum & Botanic Garden Botanist, Frank McDonough, reveals Low Light Plants for L.A.'s Low Water Use Gardens.

The Fine Art of Potting

The Fine Art of Potting

Annette Gutierrez and Mary Gray share tips and tricks on how to display plants in unique and creative ways.

The Fine Art of Potting

The Fine Art of Potting

Annette Gutierrez and Mary Gray share tips and tricks on how to display plants in unique and creative ways.

The Fine Art of Potting

The Fine Art of Potting

Annette Gutierrez and Mary Gray share tips and tricks on how to display plants in unique and creative ways.

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (1/4)

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (1/4)

LAGC's Helene introduces us to Robert Feldman, the expert on Succulent Caudiciforms as Bonsai. Here he anticipates the unearthing of a hidden gem and is thrilled to discover yet another beauty for his award-winning collection.

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (2/4)

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (2/4)

LAGC's Helene introduces us to Robert Feldman, the expert on Succulent Caudiciforms as Bonsai. Here he anticipates the unearthing of a hidden gem and is thrilled to discover yet another beauty for his award-winning collection.

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (3/4)

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (3/4)

Robert Feldman, passionate expert on Succulent Caudiciforms as Bonsai introduces us to his award-winning beauties. In the lower left corner is an Ant Plant, which maintains a perfect synergy between insect and plant - they both protect and nourish each other.

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (4/4)

Robert Feldman - Caudiciforms Bonsai (4/4)

Robert Feldman, passionate expert on Succulent Caudiciforms as Bonsai introduces us to his other exquisite beauties.

Lisa Novick

Lisa Novick

Lisa Novick on the importance of growing California native plants.

Lisa Novick

Lisa Novick

Lisa Novick on the importance of growing California native plants.

Lisa Novick

Lisa Novick

Lisa Novick on the importance of growing California native plants.

Bruce Blavin - Rare Fruit Trees

Bruce Blavin - Rare Fruit Trees

Bruce Blavin: Choosing Rare Fruit Trees for the Home Garden. The rare fruits shown in the picture displayed in the background were picked on a single day!

Debbie James - Iris

Debbie James - Iris

Debbie James: The Inspiring Iris.

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