Native Plant Summer Maintenance Basics with Erik Blank

Summer's the time to remove dry material from those dormant plants to make way for regrowth! In fact, ongoing care for established native plants is beneficial all year round.

Join Horticulture Educator, Erik Blank, for an overview of seasonal maintenance practices and pruning techniques using practical examples to give you a solid foundation in assessing the needs of your native garden during the dry season.

This walk and talk will be held outdoors in our demonstration gardens. We ask guests to wear closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and to prepare for up to one hour of walking on sloped and uneven surfaces. Water bottles are strongly recommended.

Erik Blank is a long-time California native plant enthusiast with professional experience in restoration, installation and maintenance. He joined the Theodore Payne Foundation for Wild Flowers and Native Plants in 2020.

Refund Policy :

If you are feeling sick or experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, we urge you to stay home. Please note credit/refunds are not available within 7 days of the event.