# Event Details - **Event Name**: Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us in our Demonstration Garden for a hands-on workshop on seed harvesting and growing favorite waterwise native plants from seed.About this Event*SIGN UPS DOWN BELOW*Learn how to properly collect, store, and grow some of our favorite easy-to-grow native and waterwise plants to support your garden and local ecosystems—without breaking the bank and with minimal supplies.In this class, we will cover:Identifying mature seeds ready for collectionProper techniques for collecting and cleaning seedsBest practices for storing seeds for future plantingHow to propagate different types of native plant seedsHands-on milkweed seed planting to take homeEach participant will collect seeds from spent spring wildflower blooms in our demonstration garden and take them home for future planting. Additionally, all participants will pot native milkweed seeds in starter packs to take home, helping to support monarch butterflies.Harvesting and propagating seeds is an essential skill for any gardener looking to grow native plants and support local pollinators. Understanding when and how to collect seeds, how to store them properly, and how to start new plants from seed can ensure long-term success in your landscape.Important: Portions of this workshop will take place outdoors in the sun. Please dress accordingly, including wearing a hat and sun protection.After the workshop, for those who wish to stay, we will be offering a raffle giveaway of some of our favorite waterwise and California native plants, along with insights on where they thrive best in the garden.Our instructor for this workshop will be Ashley Alfaro, Conservation Landscaper here at Chino Basin Water Conservation District and the Waterwise Community Center. She holds a bachelor’s degree in plant science and is a QWEL-certified irrigation professional. Ashley has professional experience in plant production and horticulture and with a focus on California native plants. As a science communicator, she equips the community with the knowledge and confidence to implement waterwise plants into their landscapes through workshops and educational content on platforms such as Instagram and YouTube. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/montclair/grow-your-own-waterwise-and-native-pollinator-supporting-plants-from-seed/100001984978408855 - **Event Categories**: workshops, science-fair - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Waterwise Community Center - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Montclair - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Waterwise Community Center - **lat**: 34.0782204 - **long**: -117.7045158 - **full address**: Waterwise Community Center, 4594 San Bernardino Street, Montclair, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/9062879fff6b6c7b71c14ba86d3d22a01b41489c4d60089738439aab55de3415-rimg-w1200-h600-dc93a775-gmir.jpg?v=1773728999 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed being held? - **A:** Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed takes place on Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 27 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Waterwise Community Center, 4594 San Bernardino Street, Montclair, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed? - **A:** Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed is organized by Waterwise Community Center. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Grow Your Own Waterwise and Native Pollinator Supporting Plants from Seed is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Montclair, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Local dairy farmers created CBWCD in 1949 to protect and replenish our local aquifer, the Chino Groundwater Basin. When it rains, CBWCD’s network of channels andpercolation basinssoak up the rain to refill the aquifer for use when it is dry.The Waterwise Community Center provides classes, workshops, landscape design consultations, and other resources to help area residents use water wisely. Learn how you can take advantage of our free serviceshere. The District serves the communities of Chino, Chino Hills, Ontario, Montclair, Upland, Rancho Cucamonga, and Fontana.A seven-member Board of Directors governs CBWCD and meets on the second Monday of the month at 2pm. Attend our meetings and learn more about the Boardhere." } ] } ] ```