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Meeting January 26. 2015 The Tropical Fern & Exotic Plant Society presents Dr. Scott Zona who will speak on The Astonishing World of Tropical Plants on Monday, January 26th at 7:30 pm . The meeting will take place at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables, FL in the Corbin Building. Dr. Zona will present an illustrated survey of the evolutionary processes that gave rise to the explosion of plants we see in the tropics. He will introduce the audience to the wonders of tropical plants, especially the evolutionary adaptations that go unnoticed by the majority of human eyes. He will focus on plants going about the business of livin…
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South Florida Palm Society - Meeting Feb 2, 2015
by Linda Apriletti- 1 reply
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Bruce McAlpin to Speak at February 2nd Meeting : We are happy to announce that The South Florida Palm Society's first meeting of 2015 will feature a program by Bruce McAlpin, longtime botany professor at Miami-Dade College. Bruce is well-regarded among tropical plant lovers all over southern Florida and, in fact, throughout the United States. Having become interested in plants at age 5, he has accumulated vast knowledge cutting across a number of families. He has given numerous programs to plant societies around the state, and the hallmark of his presentations is practicality -- he knows how to use everyday, affordable materials to produce high-quality plants. Bruc…
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Aussie palmtalkers day out.... 1 2
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Hi all, After a couple of quick chats between FM Bencassa and myself an little idea has surfaced and I thought I would gauge any potential interest? We thought it might be a nice thing if there was an ( annual ? ) gathering of interested Aussie palmtalkers? A little mini biennial type thing. Perhaps a different city and a different botanical garden somewhere in Oz each year? It would be nice to put some more faces to names and do some real life palm talking. I think it would probably be a pretty informal type affair and spouses etc would be more than welcome. Is I said it was a bit of a thought bubble but worth investigating further we thought?? Any interest for …
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The banquet will be at Grand Traditions in Fallbrook, on January 17th 2015. The address is 220 Grand Tradition Way, Fallbrook, CA 92028. The banquet cost is $50.00 per attendee. There is no charge for parking. The telephone number for Grand Traditions is 760-728-6466. Our featured speaker is Paul Kraft, a director of the International Palm Society, who will discuss his trip to the Biennial in May of 2014, and his trip to Cuba. He took many wonderful pictures, which he will share. There will also be a huge plant auction. The cost if $50 per person in advance or $60 at the door. Click on the link to the PSSC's website and reserve your place today. …
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BPACS Christmas gathering - Photos Posted here
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Brisbane Palm and Cycad Society Christmas Gathering at Darren Jones’ Sunday 14/12/2014 11:00am Address is Lot 237 ‘unnamed Rd’, Pine Mountain. If you want to use a GPS to get there, select James Rd, Pine Mountain, which is off the Brisbane Valley Hwy as you head for Fernvale. There will be signage on James Rd to show the way to Darren’s place. Starting time is 11:00 and the BBQ will be fired up at 12:00. Bring a chair, meat for BBQ, and alcohol if you desire.
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cfpacs CFPACS Holiday Meeting Dec. 13 at Gaylord Palms
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Central Florida Palm & Cycad Society Holiday Meeting Saturday, December 13, 10 am - 2 pm Gaylord Palms Resort, Kissimmee Join fellow palm enthusiasts for a special tour of the Gaylord Palms palm collection with the horticulture staff. Go behind the scenes to learn just what it takes to maintain palms in an indoor climate. Discover tricks the staff uses to make their palms and cycads (plus thousands of other tropical plants) look great all year round. Also, get a chance to view the double coconut (Lodoicea maldivica), newly transplanted from Dr. Young’s collection, thanks to CFPACS members. As an added bonus, the hotel is gorgeously decorated for the holidays…
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Affiliate News - December 2014
by mike in kurtistown- 2 replies
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Palm Society of Southern California The PSSC is a non-profit corporation formed and existing under the laws of the State of California. Our mission is to promote the cultivation, enjoyment and conservation of the plant family known as Palmae to the botanists, and palms to everyone else. Though most of its members are in Southern California, the PSSC has members worldwide. We have members in Northern California, Texas, Virginia, Florida, and Hawaii in the United States, plus Canada, Mexico, England and Australia. Our members appreciate the shared joy of growing palms (as well as other plants) in gardens ranging from city lots to multi-acre estates. Our members …
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To all PSSC members: The Palm Society of Southern California has been the victim of a financial crime, which we first learned about after our meeting on September 20, 2014. Our investigation as to the full extent of losses is continuing and we will keep members updated as details become known. We are working with law enforcement to effect the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. We will not allow this to stop our publication of the Palm Journal or other work we do. We intend to move forward, however much the losses turn out to be. As always, we are and remain grateful for your support. David Bleistein, President
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Brisbane Palm and Cycad Society meeting for November
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Don't miss the Brisbane Palm and Cycad Society meeting on Tuesday the 25th November, at Milton State School library, 7:30pm. Wal Donovan is giving a pictorial presentation on the world famous Fairchild gardens in Miami. The International Palm Society biennial was held in Miami in June of this year and a visit to these gardens was a highlight of the biennial. A big contingent of BPACs members attended so look for familiar faces. Your roving Biennial reporter with Brazilians Gileno and Alberto at Fairchild.
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The Palm Society of Southern California had its November 15, 2015 meeting and all went very well. The first half was at the home and garden of Barry McElmurry, in Vista. He has about an acre there, and it's full of great palms.
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NEXT MEETING NOVEMBER 15, 2014 PALM SOCIETY SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PALM GARDEN IN VISTA - S.D. BOTANICAL GARDEN ENCINITAS - HUGE AUCTION GUEST SPEAKER DON HOLDEL ON PALMS OF SOUTHERN JAPAN AND TAIWAN Our next meeting of the Palm Society of Southern California will be on Saturday, November 15, 2014. Meeting starts in Vista and heads south to Encinitas. We will first visit the established palm garden of Barry and Donna McElmurry in Vista, CA. In one hour, members will head south to San Diego Botanical Garden and meet in Ecke Hall, just off the parking lot. There we are honored to have a presentation by Don Hodel, affiliated with UCLA. He will talk about two recent …
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Howdyall, and it's that time again. Two great gardens in Surf City, USA, aka as Huntington Beach, Orange County Saturday September 20, 2014 Our next meeting will be in Huntington Beach at the homes of Alex Kutas and Carl Hartman. These gentlemen have both been palm enthusiasts for close to 3 decades and these are mature gardens. The palm society last visited their homes about 15 years ago. This should be an exceptionally interesting meeting as both gardens are grown with very different philosophies. Alex is very meticulous and his garden is designed to display the palms in a very organized fashion. Carl, on the other hand, has embraced the dense jungle …
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South Florida Palm Society Fall Show & Sale
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On November 1 and 2, the South Florida Palm Society will hold its annual Fall Show & Sale featuring “The World's Largest Sale of Rare and Exotic Palms.” Each visitor may take home a free palm seedling while quantities last. Be sure to stop at the information table for advice on proper methods for growing a variety of palms. This event takes place at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables. The Garden is home to a world-class collection of palms and cycads, as well as a very popular butterfly collection. Sale hours are 9:30-4:30 both days. Free admission for Garden members. Admission for non-members: $25 for adults, $18 for age 65+, $12 fo…
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Hawaii Island Palm Society Lecture Series
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"Palms: Natural History and New Discoveries" will be the subject of a lecture by Dr. Scott Zona, co-author of 'The Encyclopedia of Cultivated Palms' and co-editor of 'Palms', the quarterly journal of the International Palm Society. We appreciate Dr. Zona's long trek from Miami to Hilo for this event. The lecture is free and open to the public. Where: UH-Hilo, Lecture Room 100 When: Friday, November 7th, 2014 7pm Tim
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Palms 101 at the Hilo Zoo
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Join the Hawaii Island Palm Society on Sunday, Oct. 26, for 'hands on' instruction on palm basics. We will be giving away free seed fresh from the zoo palm collection and instruction on how to clean, germinate, and grow your own palms. We'll also show you how to repot, when it's time to repot, and how to plant. Palm tours will also be part of the event. This is one of HIP's public outreach events. Tim
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11/15/14 = Cycad Day - Palms too!
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"Save the Date" for this upcoming meeting of the Northern California Palm Society. More information to come.
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Affiliate News- October 2014
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BRISBANE PALM AND CYCAD SOCIETY September-October 2014 Above: Bentinckia nicobarica at New Farm Park Brisbane Palm & Cycad Society P O Box 376 Ashgrove, Qld Australia 4060 Ph: (07) 5524 8630 Mob: 0407 020 003 Aims of the Society To promote an understanding and love for all types of palms and cycads which can be grown in the South East Queensland locality. MEETINGS are held at Milton State School, Bayswater Street, Milton, on the 4th Tuesday of January, March, May, July, September and…
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cfpacs CFPACS Fall Garden Tour (Tampa FL)
by Mike Evans- 2 replies
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It is that time of year. Everyone is welcome! YOU’RE INVITED!!! Central Florida Palm and Cycad Society’s Fall Tour Tours of Two Private Gardens in Tampa PLANT AUCTION AND SALE Saturday, October 4th, 2014 10:00am- 3:00pm TOUR #1 – 7225 N Mobley Rd, Odessa, FL 33556 (Map to Radha's Garden) Radha Kanuri Garden, 10:00 – 11:30. Radha has a 1 acre garden that has been over 4 years in the making. Located in North West Tampa, she has many types of Palms, Cycads and numerous Fruit Trees overlooking beautiful Rock Lake. Oak and Cypress canopy complement this great location. TOUR #2 – 8336 W Forest Circle, Tampa, FL 33615 (Map to Frank's Garden) …
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Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society Fall Sale
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Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society will hold it's annual Fall Sale Oct. 11 & 12 at Mounts Botanical Garden located at 531 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach. The hours are 9 till 4 on Saturday and 9 till 3 on Sunday. ADMISSION IS FREE. There will be 500+ species of palm & cycads for sale. Also, 'Palm Special' fertilizer, books and T-shirts and free knowledgeable advice. There will be a special guest speaker on Sunday to be announced.
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Garden Tour- Hawaii Island Palm Society
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Sunday, September 14, HIPS is holding it's 2nd annual Member palm sale, potluck, and garden tour at the Thornton garden. Members only, but you can join at the event. Go to our website for more info. hawaiiiaslandpalmsociety.com Tim
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Affiliate News - September 2014
by mike in kurtistown- 1 follower
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Palm Society of Southern California JULY 19, 2014 PSSC MEETING The PSSC’s July meeting was held at two gardens in Camarillo, Ventura County. One was at the home and garden of Robert and Pam Solakian, and the other was at the home and garden of PSSC Board Member John Rees and his wife, Clarissa Dong. Both gardens were in the hills north of the 101 Freeway. The Solakian garden contains many large Howea and Rhopalostylis that now encircle the pool area, plus many new palm species rare to the Ventura/ Santa Barbara area. Tropical palms are also growing in Robert’s new aluminum greenhouse. Robert is the owner of Santa Barbara Greenhouses in Oxnard, an…
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Hi Everyone, regarding tomorrow’s BPACS outing... The August outing is to Roma St Parklands, a very short walk from the Brisbane CBD. The parklans contains a great collection of plants, including many exotic palms. Arno King has alerted us to the fact that this weekend is also 'Parks Alive ' at Roma St - the biggest event there for the year. This will impact on parking availability, so it may be best to try and park away from Roma St and then walk/bus/train to the parklands to avoid parking frustration. We will still continue with the tour at 10:00am , so to make sure you are there on time, please factor in the additional parking/travel time. Greg Smith has kindly…
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South Florida Palm Society Meeting 8/4/2014
by George Sparkman- 5 replies
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I wanted to make sure PalmTalkers know about this meeting. Dear South Florida Palm Society Members, Monday Aug. 4th at 7:00 pm, at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, which is located at 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables, FL., there will be a general meeting of the membership in the Corbin room. Refreshments will be provided, food will be Pot Luck. We are happy to announce that Chip Jones, owner of Jones Landscaping in Broward County, will pre- sent the program at the August 4 meeting of the South Florida Palm Society. His topic will be "The Letter 'C' for Palms." Chip has been a resident of southern Florida for 12 years and has…
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PSSC MEETING JULY, 2014 VENTURA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
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JULY PSSC MEETING SATURDAY, JULY 19, 2014 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 five years ago. We will be having a potluck luncheon so 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 11:00a.m. Many small and medium-sized palms are growing well under an open tree canopy. There are large Howea and Rhopalostylis now encircle the pool area and many new species rare to the Ventura/ Santa Barbara area. Tropical …
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