Plumeria (Photo – arboretum.org)
Celebrate the 10th year of all things plumeria from July 19-20 at the Arboretum’s grove on Tallac Knoll.
By News Desk
With more than 100 trees, the Arboretum has the largest public collection in the western continental United States. Enjoy a celebration that includes one-stop shopping for plumeria and other exotic plants. Experience guided tours of the Plumeria Grove, talks by experts, live music and performances, and food trucks.
Everything is included in paid general admission. Arboretum members enter for free with early admission at 7:30 am on both days. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.
Friday Schedule
- 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Plant Sale
- 4:30 pm: Plumeria for Beginners with Jim McKibben
- 5:00 pm: Glory of Paradise, Polynesian dance
- 6:00 pm: Hibiscus Tips for Success from Alex Franco
- 6:30 pm: Glory of Paradise, performance ends with fire dancers
- 7:00 pm: Lei Making
Saturday Schedule
- 9:00 am – 2:00 pm: Plant Sale
- 9:30 am: How a Nursery Roots Plumeria with John Ingwerse
- 9:30 am: Sefa Drums, Tahitian drumming
- 10:00 am: Pruning Basics with Ou Te
- 10:30 am: Plumeria for Beginners with Jim McKibben
- 10:30 am & 12:00 pm: Hilo Hi-Flyers, vintage-style Jazz with island flavor
- 11:00 am: Mounting and Care of Staghorn Ferns with Jim Herman
- 11:30 am: Lei Making
- 12:00 pm: Hibiscus Tips for Success with Alex Franco
- 12:30 pm: Growing Plumeria from Seeds with Alex Franco
Plumeria Festival July 19: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm July 20: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Location Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden 301 North Baldwin Avenue Arcadia, CA 91007
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