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Summer 2009 Classes

Summer 2009 Classes

For more information, click "Education," then "Summer 2009 catalog."
Call (909) 625-8767 x224 to register.


  • July 11 - Designing a Native Plant Garden
  • July 18 - Soils and Native Plant Gardening
  • July 19 - Kill Your Lawn! Live with a Lower Water Bill
  • August 1 - Selection and Care of Native Plant and Water-conserving Gardens

 Designing a Native Plant Garden

In this course, participants will be introduced to basic design concepts and discuss landscape features that complement native gardens. Learn how the wise use of native plants ties in with regional ecology. This topic is especially important for those who live in Southern California’s wildland-urban interface areas. Horticulturist Bart O’Brien and landscape architect Rick Fisher will help participants evaluate their existing landscape, share ideas about dealing with specific site problems, and assist them in establishing basic elements of a landscape plan. Participants are encouraged to bring photos, sketches and other pertinent information about their garden site.

Bart O’Brien, Director of Special Projects, RSABG

Rick Fisher, ASLA, Toyon Design

$52 ($57 nonmember)