2018 Succulent Extravaganza Schedule
Ready, Set, PLANT!
We're thrilled to host the 8th Annual Succulent Extravaganza at Succulent Gardens Friday, September 28 and Saturday, September 29.
We have a fantastic lineup of tours, workshops, and lectures for you led by the top creative types and garden designers from around California. In no particular order, presenting this year will be:
- Robin Stockwell, Founder of Succulent Gardens
- Laura Eubanks, Landscape Designer, Design for Serenity
- Brian Kemble, Curator at The Ruth Bancroft Garden
- Janet Sluis, Sunset Western Garden Collection
- Mariposa Gardening and Design
- Aaron Ryan, Horticulturist
- Caitlin Atkinson and Jason Dewees, Flora Grubb Gardens
- Allana Childs, Succulent Gardens
- The Monterey Bay Master Gardeners
- Epiphyllum cuttings from Don Cravalho
- Fresh, local produce from All Good Things Farm
- and more!
Learn more about our speakers and presenters >
Download & print the official Extravaganza flyer >
**Bring your own wagon so you can shop 'til you drop!**
Schedule
Succulent Extravaganza will close at 4pm sharp each day.
Friday, September 28
8:00: Early Bird Nursery Tour, Brian Kemble (Ruth Bancroft Garden)
9:30: Digging and Moving Large Succulents, Can You Dig It?, Robin Stockwell (founder of Succulent Gardens; The Succulent Guy) Robin will be available to sign his books for an hour before and an hour after his talk.
10:45: Creating your own Succulent Tapestry, Laura Eubanks, Design for Serenity
11:30: Lunch & Music at Nayarit's Taco Truck. Music by Sammi Joy
11:45: Sensational Succulents and Awesome Air Plants, Sean and James, Organic Mechanics
12:30: Wholesale Customer Discussion, John Rodkin (Owner, Succulent Gardens)
12:30: Living Art Demonstration, Living Creations
1:00 What's New In The Garden?, Janet Sluis, Sunset Western Garden Collection
2:00: Succulents in the Pollinator Garden, Andrea Hurd and Julia Bell, Mariposa Gardening and Design
3:00: Plant Raffle
Friday Workshops:
12:00 - 2:00: How to Plant a Living Picture with Simone LaJeunesse of Succulent Gardens. Make & Take : 6” x 6” Living Picture, $50
1:00 - 3:00: Succulent Propagation 101 with Allana Childs of Succulent Gardens
2:00 - 4:00: Potting Bar - Come Plant!
SATURDAY, September 29
8:00: Early Bird Nursery Tour, Brian Kemble (Ruth Bancroft Garden)
9:30: Ready, Set, PLANT and Transplant, Robin Stockwell (Founder of Succulent Gardens; The Succulent Guy) Robin will be available to sign his books for an hour before and an hour after his talk.
10:45: Creating your own Succulent Tapestry, Laura Eubanks, Design for Serenity
11:30: Lunch & Music at Nayarit's Taco Truck. Music by Sammi Joy
12:30: Gifts That Keep On Giving: Succulents and Propagation, Aaron Ryan, Horticulturist
1:30: Succulents in the Habitat Garden, Andrea Hurd and Julia Bell, Mariposa Gardening and Design
2:30: Designing with Palms and Succulents, Jason Dewees (Flora Grubb Gardens) & Caitlin Atkinson, Photographer
3:15: Plant Raffle
Saturday Workshops:
12:00 - 2:00: Create a Terrarium using Air plants with Simone LaJeunesse Succulent Gardens. Make & Take : Terrarium, $25
1:00 - 3:00: How to Plant a Cacti with Allana Childs, Succulent Gardens Make & Take : Mixed Cacti in a Terracotta pot, $25
2:00 - 4:00: Potting Bar - Come Plant!
4:00 Thanks for coming! See you next year!
Learn more about our speakers and presenters >
Download & print the official Extravaganza flyer >
Important Info
HOW MUCH DOES THE SUCCULENT EXTRAVAGANZA COST?
It’s FREE!
HOW CAN I PAY FOR ALL OF THE PLANTS I PLAN TO BUY?
Cash, check, and credit card!
WHAT ARE THE FOOD OPTIONS?
There will be a taco truck onsite for purchasing lunch. Bring a water bottle; we will have water coolers available to for fill up! We also have benches and shady seating areas so feel free to bring your own picnic lunch.
WHERE DO I PARK?
We will have parking attendants to direct you to parking across the street, expect a short walk to the nursery.
HOW SHOULD I DRESS?
Prepare for a rain-or-shine event that is largely outdoors. Wear good walking shoes and bring sunscreen and a hat!
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
We suggest wearing layers and bringing your own shopping wagon. Bring your camera, of course, and water!
WHERE CAN I EAT WHILE IN TOWN?
We love the Haute Enchilada in Moss Landing! We recommend a reservation if you’re having dinner there. Call (831) 633-5843.