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JEFF from Trabuco Canyon CA

By JEFF from Trabuco Canyon CA
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JEFF from Trabuco Canyon CA Experienced

JEFF from Trabuco Canyon CA

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Saturday,

July 25, 2009

Solakian and John

Rees gardens

in Camarillo,

Ventura County

The July meeting will have two gardens on tour in Camarillo, Ventura County. Both gardens have seen many changes and have flourished since our last visit three years ago. We will be having a potluck luncheon followed by a palm auction. Don’t forget to bring a favorite side dish (a main meat dish will be provided).

The first garden is that of Robert and Pam Solakian and the tour will begin at 11:00 a.m. Many small and medium-sized palms are growing well under an open tree canopy. Large Howea and Rhopalostylis now encircle the pool area and many new species rare to the Ventua/ Santa Barbara area have been planted since our last visit. Tropical palms are now growing in Robert’s new aluminum greenhouse. Robert is the owner of Santa Barbara Greenhouses in Oxnard and will certainly share some tips on greenhouse design, cost and maintenance with members. Pam will also have her artwork on display.

The second location is within walking distance of the Solakian’s at our Area Chair’s home, John Rees and Clarissa Dong. Prominent in the garden are many spectacular, large palms and cycads moved from their former West Los Angeles residence. In addition to the large palms (some probably the largest in Southern California) they also have many newer palms, making it a very large collection of unusual palm species. Large tree aloes, agaves, yuccas and flowering trees form the dry tropical area of the garden. See the garden first before the potluck luncheon at John’s house at12:30 p.m. The meeting and auction will follow lunch.

Directions:From north or south, take the 101 Ventura Freeway to Camarillo, and exit at Las Posas. Coming from the south, turn right on Las Posas; from the north, turn left, cross the bridge over the freeway. Go north on Las Posas past 4 signals after exiting the freeway. Las Posas will fork off to the right but DO NOT FOLLOW LAS POSAS but proceed straight up the hill, which turns into Crestview that curves left. At the first stopsign on Crestview, turn right on Valley Vista to the Solakian home at 340 Valley Vista. There is some parking in front of their home, but a better location is to park on Marine View Drive just up from the Solakian residence. The Rees residence is located at 75 Marine View Drive.

Please remember to bring something for the potluck, such as appetizer, chips/dips, bread, dessert, fruit salad. We will be serving a main dish and a salad. This is a great time to socialize and get to know other members of the Palm Society.

Please consider bringing plants for the 50/50 auction, the proceeds which are equally shared between the PSSC and the donor.

For more information:

Please contact John Rees, Ventura- Santa Barbara Area Chair. (805) 482-2792.

Jeff Rood

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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These are legendary (or near legendary) gardens.

Please come to the kabary . . . .

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or lost profits or revenue, claims by third parties or for other similar costs, or any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of my opinion or the use of this data. The accuracy or reliability of the data is not guaranteed or warranted in any way and I disclaim liability of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, liability for quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose arising out of the use, or inability to use my data. Other terms may apply.

ghar41 Veteran

ghar41

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These are legendary (or near legendary) gardens.

Please come to the kabary . . . .

We look forward to visiting!

Dave check your PM inbox...apparently the informational box upon log in is malfunctioning.

Glenn

Modesto, California

 

Sunset Zone 14   USDA 9b

 

Low Temp. 19F/-7C 12-20-1990         

 

High Temp. 111F/43C 07-23-2006

 

Annual Average Precipitation 13.12 inches/yr.

 

             

palmazon Mentor

palmazon

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potluck - mmmm...

I get by with a little help from my fronds

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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Hmm.

Mongo LIKE potluck.

Gobble gobble, gulp, urk! [unspecified noise] . . . .

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or lost profits or revenue, claims by third parties or for other similar costs, or any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of my opinion or the use of this data. The accuracy or reliability of the data is not guaranteed or warranted in any way and I disclaim liability of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, liability for quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose arising out of the use, or inability to use my data. Other terms may apply.

palmazon Mentor

palmazon

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And remember, Dave - wait until everyone has served themselves BEFORE grabbing seconds...

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I get by with a little help from my fronds

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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And remember, Dave - wait until everyone has served themselves BEFORE grabbing seconds...

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What you really mean is wait until you've grabbed seconds, thirds . . . . .

Gulp, gulp, urk!

Hey, who's yore dentist? I need to make me an appointment . . . .

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or lost profits or revenue, claims by third parties or for other similar costs, or any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of my opinion or the use of this data. The accuracy or reliability of the data is not guaranteed or warranted in any way and I disclaim liability of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, liability for quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose arising out of the use, or inability to use my data. Other terms may apply.

JEFF from Trabuco Canyon CA Experienced

JEFF from Trabuco Canyon CA

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Anyone going?

Jeff Rood

JD in the OC Veteran

JD in the OC

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I'd go if I could... :)

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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gULP, GULP, URK!

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or lost profits or revenue, claims by third parties or for other similar costs, or any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of my opinion or the use of this data. The accuracy or reliability of the data is not guaranteed or warranted in any way and I disclaim liability of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, liability for quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose arising out of the use, or inability to use my data. Other terms may apply.

palmazon Mentor

palmazon

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These are legendary (or near legendary) gardens.

Please come to the kabary . . . .

Dave - your table manners are legendary...

I get by with a little help from my fronds

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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These are legendary (or near legendary) gardens.

Please come to the kabary . . . .

Dave - your table manners are legendary...

So are yours!

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or lost profits or revenue, claims by third parties or for other similar costs, or any special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of my opinion or the use of this data. The accuracy or reliability of the data is not guaranteed or warranted in any way and I disclaim liability of any kind whatsoever, including, without limitation, liability for quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose arising out of the use, or inability to use my data. Other terms may apply.

hulagalnz9 Enthusiast

hulagalnz9

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why does it seem that work always gets in the way of my 'palm' addiction? :angry:

well snap some photos for me gentlemen and dont forget to post.

ghar41 Veteran

ghar41

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Myself, Joe Lopes, Mike Rotan and Darold Petty drove down to SoCal this past weekend to tour gardens. We logged over 700 miles and had a great time viewing some great gardens including Pauleen Sulliivans (and apartments) Dave at SoCal's, Louis Hooper's as well as these two beauties. Big thanks to Dave from SoCal and Louis Hooper!

Here are some pictures from John and Roberts places in Camarillo-First Roberts...

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Glenn

Modesto, California

 

Sunset Zone 14   USDA 9b

 

Low Temp. 19F/-7C 12-20-1990         

 

High Temp. 111F/43C 07-23-2006

 

Annual Average Precipitation 13.12 inches/yr.

 

             

ghar41 Veteran

ghar41

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Johns place

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Glenn

Modesto, California

 

Sunset Zone 14   USDA 9b

 

Low Temp. 19F/-7C 12-20-1990         

 

High Temp. 111F/43C 07-23-2006

 

Annual Average Precipitation 13.12 inches/yr.

 

             

ghar41 Veteran

ghar41

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Sorry same picture twice...here are some palms

Chameadorea ernestii augustii

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Fuzzy crownshaft

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Glenn

Modesto, California

 

Sunset Zone 14   USDA 9b

 

Low Temp. 19F/-7C 12-20-1990         

 

High Temp. 111F/43C 07-23-2006

 

Annual Average Precipitation 13.12 inches/yr.

 

             

ghar41 Veteran

ghar41

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Lepidozamia peroskoffiana flushing new leaves.

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Mike and Joe

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Glenn

Modesto, California

 

Sunset Zone 14   USDA 9b

 

Low Temp. 19F/-7C 12-20-1990         

 

High Temp. 111F/43C 07-23-2006

 

Annual Average Precipitation 13.12 inches/yr.

 

             

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