The November meeting for Gates is scheduled for Friday, focusing on BBQ results, a succulent nursery field trip on November 9th, and upcoming elections for two Board positions. Participants are reminded to bring a bagged lunch for the trip and to take a ballot for voting during the meeting. See you soon!
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October Speaker | Tom Glavich
The presentation by Tom Glavich will focus on flowering plants from South Africa’s Winter, covering their cultivation and propagation. Glavich is an experienced grower affiliated with several botanical societies.
October 2024 President’s Message
This month’s meeting features a “best dead plant” contest and a talk by Tom Glavich on South African flowering plants. The annual Gates BBQ is on October 19, with a cactus cook-off. A succulent nursery field trip is planned for November 9, requiring a $20 deposit. Board elections are also approaching.
August Speaker | Elias Aparicio
Elias Aparicio, a geologist and member of Gates Cactus and Succulent Society, will be the guest speaker at the club meeting. He will share insights on grafting cactus and succulent plants, highlighting its practical benefits and creative potential. With over 14 years of experience, Elias advocates for grafting as a valuable tool for growers at all levels.
June Speaker | Nick Renteria
Born and raised in Southern California, Nick developed a love for gardening at an early age. After working in accounting and IT, he pursued his love of gardening by completing the Certificate Program in Gardening and Horticulture through UCLA Extension in 2017.
June 2024 President’s Message
This year’s show and sale was one of our best! Not only did we have record sales, but the involvement from our members was outstanding.
March Speaker | Woody Minnich
Program Description: Flowering Cacti and Succulents and their Pollinators
March 2024 President’s Message
Make sure to bring some cash (or your checkbook)… not just for the fabulous plants that our March speaker Woody Minnich will be bringing, but also for your 2024 membership renewal!
January Speaker | Peter Walkawiak
Peter Walkowiak has been fascinated by plants his whole life, but his interest in succulent plants really began in college.
Message From 2024 President Elect: Jefferey Loew
GATES! It gives me great pleasure to introduce myself as your president elect of the Gates Cactus and Succulent Society of the Inland Empire.
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