[City of Pasadena]
The two-hour event will offer an introductory overview of native plants, their many benefits, and how they can transform local landscapes. “Join us for an introductory overview of native plants, their many benefits and how you can transform your landscape! Learn why native plants matter, discover local favorites, and get expert tips and trends,” Pasadena Water & Power stated in its official event announcement.
Attendees will hear from Leigh Adams, a horticultural educator who received the Elizabeth Abernathy Hull Award in 2020, nominated by a member of the Pasadena Garden Club. Adams previously served as lead educator for the Crescent Farm project at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, where nearly 75,000 children participated in outdoor learning programs. At the workshop, Adams will discuss favorite local native species and share plant tips and trends.
The workshop is part of Pasadena Water & Power’s broader effort to promote water-efficient landscaping and environmental stewardship. According to LA Waterkeeper, native plants can use up to 85 percent less water than traditional landscaping. Once established, they require no fertilizers and are naturally resistant to local pests, eliminating the need for pesticides.
Pasadena Water & Power customers who present a copy of their utility bill or show their online account on a mobile device will receive a free native plant. The event is open to the public and offered free of charge.
The Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery, operated and managed by the Arroyo Seco Foundation and staffed entirely by volunteers, propagates native California plants from seed and cuttings. The nursery reopened for the fall season on Sept. 20 after its annual summer closure in June, July and August. For more information, inquiries can be directed to Nursery@ArroyoSecoFoundation.
Hahamongna Native Plant Nursery, 4550 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena. For more call (626) 630-1931 or visit https://pwp.cityofpasadena.
