Ready, Set, Go!
Lectures!
Schedule:
John Greenlee - 10:15am-11:15am
Wendy Proud - 11:30am-12:30pm
Lunch - 12:30pm:1:30pm
APLD - 1:30pm-2:30pm
Lori Palmquist - 2:45pm- 3:45pm
Duncan McKee - 4pm-4:45pm
John Greenlee - Meadows for California Gardens:
Come and learn the latest tips and plants for making Mediterranean meadows. Many of John's new picks will be on display along with his favorite "meadow sweeteners". Don't miss a chance to acquire some rare and unusual plants from John's collection.
Wendy Proud - Where Can You Find Quality Maintenance?
Quality maintenance doesn’t just happen. Learn the principles that nurture the evolution of landscapes allowing us to witness all the beauty they possess. When climate appropriate plants, receive the right care at the right time; the results can be magical. We’ll discuss the importance of attitude, skills, and patience as they relate to pruning, fertilizing, mulching and watering. Learn how former ill-fitting maintenance practices can be turned into a quality maintenance service and the lucrative opportunities available with the evolving landscapes of California.
Duncan McKee - Landscaping with Palms, Cycads, Bamboo and Other Unusual Plant Material.
APLD: The Watershed Approach to Landscape Design and APLD's Role in Changing the Landscape Design Paradigm.
Learn about the key components of a healthy Watershed Approach Landscape Design from members of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers, Lisa Bellora of San Diego and Jacky Surber of Los Angeles. They will discuss why creating healthy living soil, directing rainwater into the landscape, and selecting climate appropriate plants is more important than ever. Along with photos of gardens that exemplify these principals they will answer questions about the best practices in the process of creating a Landscape that fits the Watershed Approach criteria.
Laura Morton (APLD) and Amelia Lima (APLD) will speak about the APLD mission, why the Watershed Approach is relevant to the core of what it means to be a Landscape Designer today and the many benefits of becoming an active member or sponsor
Laura Morton (APLD) and Amelia Lima (APLD) will speak about the APLD mission, why the Watershed Approach is relevant to the core of what it means to be a Landscape Designer today and the many benefits of becoming an active member or sponsor
Lori Palmquist - Rethinking Irrigation for Self-Sustaining Landscapes
Can you imagine a time when irrigation is optional, and not just standard procedure? We're learning ways to make our landscapes into natural hydrologic systems by creating mini watersheds. Let's talk about how we can leverage those practices and others, to wean ourselves off of our dependence on the potable water supply.