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Brian Kemble - South of the Border Our destination this month is actually way south of the border: Oaxaca in South Central Mexico. Our program presenter is Brian Kemble, horticulturist of the Ruth Bancroft Garden in Walnut Creek. Brian is known worldwide for his vast knowledge of xerophytic plants especially those of Mexico and South Africa. Besides being a marvelous grower, he is an accomplished hybridizer, especially of Aloes. The State of Oaxaca has a wonderful diversity of terrain -- high mountains, steep valleys, and hot, humid lowlands. The many microclimates provide for a wealth of interesting plants. A gifted photographer, Brian gives us an 'inside look' into the horticultural riches of this region.
We will be having a POTLUCK for the November meeting.
Welcome New Members Our new members are Franka Reuter, Tom French, William Wright, Peter Beiersdorfer and Jaan Lepson, and Frank and Elsa Guyre. At the next meeting, if you see a new face, please introduce yourself. |
| The Cactus Courier is the newsletter of the Cactus and Succulent Society of San Jose (CSSSJ). The members of the CSSSJ freely contribute the materials published herein. The accuracy of information and opinions expressed are those of the contributors. The deadline for submissions is the 20th day of the preceding month. Scannable hardcopy and Windows format text files sent via email or on 3.5-inch disk are acceptable as input. Send newsletter articles to Rich Kroll at: csssj@ckart.com |