CARNIVOROUS PLANT SHOW & SALE
Presented by Southern California Carnivorous Plant Enthusiasts
Saturday, June 15 and Sunday, June 16
10:30 am – 4 pm
Southern California Carnivorous Plant Enthusiasts will be presenting a judged show of unique carnivorous plants from around the world. Members and vendors will be selling a wide range of plants and supplies providing quality materials to those interested in carnivorous plants – experienced and novice alike.
Come along with your questions for our experts and take home some tips to care for your new plants.
Scheduled Events
Saturday, June 15
11:30 am – Talk and Q&A: ‘An Introduction to Carnivorous Plants’Everything you need to know about carnivorous plants. Take a look at what makes carnivorous plants different from other plants as well as some of the common characteristics you might see within the different genera of carnivorous plants.
1 pm – Tour of the Sherman Carnivorous Bog
Horticulture Director, Kyle Cheesborough, gives a family friendly introduction to the Sherman carnivorous plant collection and the specialist bog environment essential to its survival. Come and find out exactly which creatures these unique plants like to consume, and how they catch them.
Sunday, June 16
11:30 am – Talk and Q&A: ‘The Basics of Carnivorous Plant Care’Learn how to look after your new carnivorous plant. An introduction to the basic care principles of some of the most commonly available carnivorous plants. Come along to pick up some expert tips on watering, media, light, and dormancy.
1 pm -Tour of the Sherman Carnivorous Bog
Horticulture Director, Kyle Cheesborough, gives a family friendly introduction to the Sherman carnivorous plant collection and the specialist bog environment essential to its survival. Come and find out exactly which creatures these unique plants like to consume, and how they catch them.