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PSSC ANNUAL BANQUET, 2016

DoomsDave

By DoomsDave
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DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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THE 2016 PSSC ANNUAL BANQUET and MEETING

The upcoming Banquet will be held at the Los Angeles County Arboretum on Saturday, January 23, 2016. The Arboretum, located in Arcadia off the 210 freeway, features a large collection of palms, plus other California-suitable plants from all over the world, including Australia and South Africa. The Arboretum is also inhabited by peafowl who will strut their stuff. There's a gift shop and plant store where you might be able to buy that plant you fell in love with while touring the gardens.

 

Our speaker will be Len Geiger, who will discuss and show pictures of his trip to Madagascar with the International Palm Society earlier this year. In addition to seeing gardens on the beaten path, Mr. Geiger also vigorously hiked far off it, and saw and photographed many rare palms, some not known to have been photographed before. Highlights include Dypsis "Black Stem," Ravenea glauca (which looks very different from the species we're familiar with that's commonly sold under that name), and

a "monster Dypsis." 

 

Cost of the banquet is $43 per person. Parking and admission to the Arboretum are free. The address of The LA County Arboretum is 301 North Baldwin Ave; Arcadia, CA 91007. Phone: 626.821.3222.

 

The Arboretum is located south of the I-210 Freeway. From east or west, exit south on Baldwin Avenue. The Arboretum is on the right, across Baldwin Avenue from the Westfield Santa Anita mall.

 

PAYMENT

Attendees can pay at the door, though there is a possibility the event could sell out. Advance payments by checks payable to "PSSC" in the amount of $43 per person can be mailed to: David Bleistein; P.O. Box 6; La Habra, CA 90633-0006. Payments can also be made via the PSSC's website

at http://palmssc.org/. If you have any questions, please call Mr. Bleistein at 323-481-5071 or via e-mail at dbleistein@rosen-law.com.

 

PLANT AUCTION

There will be a plant auction at this meeting after the speaker's presentation. The best plants for the auction are rare palms in 1 - 5 gallon pots. Please, no common palms, such as Washingtonia, Phoenix canariensis, etc. Cash, credit cards and checks accepted as payment.

 

ITINERARY

- PSSC Board meeting, 9:30 a.m.

- Tour the Arboretum in all its glory, 10:30 a.m.

- Lunch Begins 12:00

- General Meeting 1:00 p.m.

- Presentation by Len Geiger 1:30 p.m.

- Plant auction 2:30 p.m.

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Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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sounds fun,

 

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

George Sparkman Veteran

George Sparkman

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I am very sure Len's presentation will be stunning and should not be missed.

Happy growing,

George Sparkman

Cycads-n-Palms.com

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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I grew up down the street from the LA arboretum and have been there countless times.  It never gets old walking around and taking in the sights.

I would highly recommend coming to the PSSC banquet to see for yourself.

Did I mention they have tons peacocks roaming the place. 

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Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Jeff Searle Grand Master

Jeff Searle

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Once again, I entertain the idea of flying out for this ( did so many years ago ), but it always conflicts with my convention that I am part of earlier in the week. Hope it's a great turn out!

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Searle Brothers Nursery Inc.

and The Rainforest Collection.

Southwest Ranches,Fl.

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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Jeff hope you can be there in spirit

sign up

send the checks

Len will be there

or you will be square . . . .

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

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Moose Grand Master

Moose

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My palmy mind is obsessed on what the "monster Dypsis" is ??? :huh:

Coral Gables, FL 8 miles North of Fairchild USDA Zone 10B

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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I don't know NOTHIN'

URK

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Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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21 minutes ago, Moose said:

My palmy mind is obsessed on what the "monster Dypsis" is ??? :huh:

soon the secrete will be unlocked..

 

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

LJG Grand Master

LJG

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13 hours ago, Moose said:

My palmy mind is obsessed on what the "monster Dypsis" is ??? :huh:

Moose, it has no name and was only discovered 3 years ago in what looks to be a remnant forest outside a small village. Dransfeld said KEW is making an expedition to that area in April to hopefully name it. Jason and I were lucky enough to end up in that area by chance alone on our quest to see Dypsis ambositrae in habitat. It is 60 KMs southeast of Ambositra, so a good candidate for SoCal. Plus we found it growing in full sun from a small age, which is another bonus. 

 

 

Len

Vista, CA (Zone 10a)

Shadowridge Area

"Show me your garden and I shall tell you what you are."

-- Alfred Austin

LJG Grand Master

LJG

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On December 14, 2015 at 8:08:13 PM, DoomsDave said:

THE 2016 PSSC ANNUAL BANQUET and MEETING

 

 

Our speaker will be Len Geiger, who will discuss and show pictures of his trip to Madagascar with the International Palm Society earlier this year. In addition to seeing gardens on the beaten path, Mr. Geiger also vigorously hiked far off it, and saw and photographed many rare palms, some not known to have been photographed before. Highlights include Dypsis "Black Stem," Ravenea glauca (which looks very different from the species we're familiar with that's commonly sold under that name), and

a "monster Dypsis." 

 

 

LOL, Dave. Everything photographed by myself had been photographed before. But I like the pitch :)

Len

Vista, CA (Zone 10a)

Shadowridge Area

"Show me your garden and I shall tell you what you are."

-- Alfred Austin

Jeff Searle Grand Master

Jeff Searle

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Len,

  Just curious, have you ever given a talk before in front of a crowd?

Searle Brothers Nursery Inc.

and The Rainforest Collection.

Southwest Ranches,Fl.

ellidro Mentor

ellidro

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Show us a pic of this monster Dypsis to get us in the mood to attend!

Encinitas on a hill 1.5 miles from the ocean.

LJG Grand Master

LJG

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1 hour ago, Jeff Searle said:

Len,

  Just curious, have you ever given a talk before in front of a crowd?

Of course. Why do you ask?

Len

Vista, CA (Zone 10a)

Shadowridge Area

"Show me your garden and I shall tell you what you are."

-- Alfred Austin

LJG Grand Master

LJG

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No, different. I posted photos of the palm on Planet Palm a month or so ago.

Len

Vista, CA (Zone 10a)

Shadowridge Area

"Show me your garden and I shall tell you what you are."

-- Alfred Austin

Jeff Searle Grand Master

Jeff Searle

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No real reason, just never had heard of you giving one. And besides...if you were really good as a speaker I would cancel my plans and rush out to get a front row seat.:rolleyes:

Searle Brothers Nursery Inc.

and The Rainforest Collection.

Southwest Ranches,Fl.

Jeff Searle Grand Master

Jeff Searle

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Anything Madagascar would be well worth it!

Searle Brothers Nursery Inc.

and The Rainforest Collection.

Southwest Ranches,Fl.

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Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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On 12/21/2015, 7:17:44, LJG said:

No, different. I posted photos of the palm on Planet Palm a month or so ago.

 

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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yes indeed!

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Moose Grand Master

Moose

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Will there be seeds of Doom distributed to the attendees ?

Coral Gables, FL 8 miles North of Fairchild USDA Zone 10B

George Sparkman Veteran

George Sparkman

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Ron you should come and bring some crotons !

Happy growing,

George Sparkman

Cycads-n-Palms.com

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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8 hours ago, Moose said:

Will there be seeds of Doom distributed to the attendees ?

I'm sure Dave will be sowing his seeds again :lol:

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Moose Grand Master

Moose

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3 hours ago, Josh-O said:

I'm sure Dave will be sowing his seeds again :lol:

Will his Karaoke Band be entertaining? Seedy Dave and the Seeds of Doom, their music is country hip hop. :lol:

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Coral Gables, FL 8 miles North of Fairchild USDA Zone 10B

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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11 hours ago, Moose said:

Will his Karaoke Band be entertaining? Seedy Dave and the Seeds of Doom, their music is country hip hop. :lol:

I like it! It has a nice ring to it.

perhaps we can call his back up dancers "The Dweezls":lol:

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Moose Grand Master

Moose

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11 hours ago, Moose said:

Will his Karaoke Band be entertaining? Seedy Dave and the Seeds of Doom, their music is country hip hop. :lol:

 

22 minutes ago, Josh-O said:

I like it! It has a nice ring to it.

perhaps we can call his back up dancers "The Dweezls":lol:

:floor:

Coral Gables, FL 8 miles North of Fairchild USDA Zone 10B

Jeff Searle Grand Master

Jeff Searle

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Pretty good guys!

Searle Brothers Nursery Inc.

and The Rainforest Collection.

Southwest Ranches,Fl.

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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2 hours ago, Jeff Searle said:

Pretty good guys!

 

2 hours ago, Jeff Searle said:

Pretty good guys!

:) 

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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AND NOW!
You can sign up and pay online.

We expect to sell out, do sign up soon . . . .

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.

Moose Grand Master

Moose

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5 hours ago, DoomsDave said:

AND NOW!
You can sign up and pay online.

We expect to sell out, do sign up soon . . . .

Its the band, large groupie following. Get your tickets now before its too late ........B)

Coral Gables, FL 8 miles North of Fairchild USDA Zone 10B

Cindy Adair Grand Master

Cindy Adair

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Any chance of Len's talk later being viewable online?

Maybe as a member's only perk? Sure wish I could be there!

Have fun everybody!

Cindy Adair

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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On 1/7/2016, 10:16:10, Cindy Adair said:

Any chance of Len's talk later being viewable online?

Maybe as a member's only perk? Sure wish I could be there!

Have fun everybody!

Dave, I think you should make this happen :) 

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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On 1/5/2016, 2:25:51, Moose said:

Its the band, large groupie following. Get your tickets now before its too late ........B)

nah, It never sells out. We need more members/ new blood to attend!!!

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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On 1/8/2016, 11:17:15, Josh-O said:

nah, It never sells out. We need more members/ new blood to attend!!!

Well, this year it might.

Len's the speaker.

Compelling.

Madagascar.

Stories of the high country way way off the beaten path.

And, plants to see again, maybe when they have seeds!

There's usually a mad rush at the end.

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.

Josh-O Grand Master

Josh-O

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14 minutes ago, DoomsDave said:

Well, this year it might.

Len's the speaker.

Compelling.

Madagascar.

Stories of the high country way way off the beaten path.

And, plants to see again, maybe when they have seeds!

There's usually a mad rush at the end.

That would be great :) 

Carlsbad, California Zone 10 B on the hill (402 ft. elevation)

Sunset zone 24

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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I'll bet a dweezil o'gold against your soul that we'll sell out . . . .

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

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I just registered and paid via the website.. anyway to verify this at your end Dave?

Zone 10a at best after 2007 AND 2013, on SW facing hill, 1 1/2 miles from coast in Oceanside, CA. 30-98 degrees, and 45-80deg. about 95% of the time.

"The great workman of nature is time."   ,  "Genius is nothing but a great aptitude for patience."

-George-Louis Leclerc de Buffon-

I do some experiments and learning in my garden with palms so you don't have to experience the pain! Look at my old threads to find various observations and tips!

DoomsDave Grand Master

DoomsDave

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33 minutes ago, BS Man about Palms said:

I just registered and paid via the website.. anyway to verify this at your end Dave?

There is, you did, and I did!

Good to see you!

Let's keep our forum fun and friendly.

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