Elias Aparicio, a Southern California geologist and enthusiastic cactus collector, will present a talk on seed propagation for cacti and succulents on October 9th at Redlands Church of the Nazarene. His program will demonstrate techniques for growing plants from seed, offering hobbyists a cost-effective entry into cultivation and hybridization.
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February 2025 Mini Show
Cactus: Rebutia, Sulco, and Weingartia
Succulent: Rosette (smaller than 10’ in diameter)
Rebutia by Tom Glavich
January Mini Show
Mammillarias are easy-to-grow succulents that thrive in sunny, hot climates, although some can be sensitive to temperature extremes. Aeoniums, Sempervivums, and Sedums have diverse origins and growth conditions. While Mammillarias bloom year-round, Sempervivums and Aeoniums need careful attention to avoid pests and stress from heat, showcasing unique beauty with their flowers and foliage.
November Speakers | Elias Aparicio, Rene Hernandez, Phuc Huynh
On November 8th at 7pm PST, the Redlands Church of the Nazarene will host a presentation on growing succulents from seeds and propagation. The event will cover basic information, offer demonstrations for seed sowing and cuttings, and encourage both novices and seasoned growers to expand their plant collections effectively.
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.
March Speaker | Woody Minnich
Program Description: Flowering Cacti and Succulents and their Pollinators
June Speaker | Tom Glavich
Tom Glavich is a long time grower of succulent plants and rare bulbs. He has been a CSSA Board Member and is one of the co-chairs of the Inter-City Cactus and Succulent show held every August at the Los Angeles County Arboretum.
Al Klein | May Meeting Speaker
Al’s interest in the natural world started in his childhood. Growing up in Chicago he would make regular visits to the Field Museum of Natural History, and read books on the natural sciences. His favorite hobbies were growing exotic plants like cacti, and collecting fossils, minerals, and insects.
Woody Minnich | March 1st Speaker
Gates October Meeting, January 4th at 7pm PST. Breslin will explore multiple connections between contemporary and emerging research methods in plant conservation and the ways we raise our plants.
