Two Special Book Signings this February at Tree of Life Nursery
This February we have two special book signings back-to-back! We hope you will join us for the lectures these knowledgeable and accomplished authors will give as they join us to discuss the topics of their books.
On Saturday February 15, authors Greg Rubin and Lucy Warren will discuss their book: The California Native Landscape: The Homeowner’s Design Guide to Restoring Its Beauty and Balance.
On Saturday February 22, author and photographer Ernie Cowan will join us to discuss one of the most precious treasures we have here in southern California – the Anza Borrego Desert featured in his book: Anza-Borrego: A Photographic Journey.
Good timing. Since this is the peak of native plant planting season, come learn about how to begin or continue planting California native plants in your landscape with the help of Mr. Rubin and Ms. Warren’s many years of wisdom. Their talk will help inspire you and assist you with practical tools for your native plant landscaping project. Additionally, we have the pleasure of Mr. Cowan’s expertise about Anza Borrego just in time to discuss this seasons’ wildflowers that may appear this year in the desert. Whether the wildflower show in the desert is big, showy and record-breaking, or small and subtle, nothing is as enchanting as observing the juxtaposition of such ephemeral beauty emerging from the depths of the harsh desert.
Saturday February 15, 2014 — 9:30 am-11:00 am
Presentation and Book Signing: Greg Rubin and Lucy Warren
Authors of: The California Native Landscape: The Homeowner’s Design Guide to Restoring Its Beauty and Balance
Water shortages and water rationing are commonplace throughout California, rendering expanses of lawn and thirsty, nonnative plants unsustainable. Unfortunately, these remain the most popular choices for homeowners for two main reasons: the misconception that native plants are more difficult and the false assumption that exotic plants are more beautiful than their native counterparts.
The California Native Landscape addresses both concerns by showing homeowners how to succeed with natives and showing them how lush, colorful, and thriving their landscape can be. The authors stress the importance of smart garden design and combining the right plants to promote the natural symbiosis that occurs within plant communities. Native plants also play an important role in creating fire-resistant landscapes, and this new book has cutting-edge information on this crucial topic, refuting the myth that natives are more fire-prone than non-natives.
With its unique combination of proven techniques, environmental wisdom, and inspiring design advice, this is an essential resource for all California gardeners who want to create a beautiful, ecologically appropriate, and resource-conserving home landscape.
Saturday, February 22, 2014 — 9:30-11:00 am
Presentation and Book Signing: Ernie Cowan
Author of: Anza-Borrego: A Photographic Journey Second Edition
Photographer Ernie Cowan captures the essence of California’s largest state park through stunning images that impress the viewer with the sheer scope of size, moods, and seasonal variations found within Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. This is an arm-chair adventure into one of the nation’s finest desert parks that leaves one wanting more.
Ernie Cowan began his love affair with the desert as a young reporter for the Evening Tribune, covering Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. He’s captured thousands of images of the desert’s unique beauty, which have been used in state park brochures, greeting cards, and numerous publications including Desert Magazine, Western Outdoor News, and the North County Times. As a resident of Escondido, Cowan got involved in local politics and was elected to the City Council and served as Mayor. But he never lost touch with the desert and continued his photographic journey.