Native Bees: Biology, Bee-havior, & Research
honey bees aren’t the only pollinator that helps plants thrive. Southern California is a biodiversity hotspot, home to over 700 species of native bees. As urban development marches on, native plant gardens can be a crucial stepping stone for wild bees.
Create a Native School Garden
Join us as we visit famed educator, horticulturist, and CNPS Ambassador, Tony Tubbs! In this workshop, Mr. Tubbs (as his students call him) shares his expertise in creating community-engaged education gardens. Tony tells us the story of these California native gardens and tips on how he created, funded, and maintains them for restoration, education, and community project.
Press Release: Rare Gall Discovered
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAPRIL 1, 2010 Rare stem gall discovered on native plant. Nursery owners are shocked and delighted. April 1, 2010, San Juan Capistrano. The
Plant Information
Plant Catalog Download our 40-page plant catalog, including information on over 500 native plants. Featured Plants Read special articles about Galvezia, Epilobium, Buckwheats and more
Our Research
We have developed a research program that integrates several aspects related to the application of mycorrhizal technology in horticulture. We have conducted numerous trials to
Selecting Native Plants for Your Garden
New Workshop Series at Tree of Life Nursery Fall 2009 Choosing natives that are appropriate for varying garden situations can be intimidating. Tree of Life
Habitat Gardening Series April 2009
Do you remember the look on the face of a six year old who watches a butterfly flit from flower to flower? Or have you
Press Release: Habitat Gardening Workshop Seriess
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMarch 27, 2009 Attracting Wildlife to Drought-Resistant Gardens by Using Native Plants Friday, March 27, 2009 – In the current water crisis, one
Case Study: Altamira Project
They started with bare ground. But it was not a typical home site, and in this case the bare ground was telling them that there