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"Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz" - "Features plants grouped by geographic origin: Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and California, including a large collection of genus Erica. Visitor information, plant photo gallery, and event calendar."

"California Garden Clubs, Inc." - "Non-profit group promoting the development of gardening, community beautification and natural resources conservation. Details educational events and conferences and links to affiliated clubs and plant societies throughout the state."

"San Gabriel Mountains Chapter, California Native Plant Society" - "Newsletter, programs, and outings in the Pasadena area."

"Yerba Buena Chapter, California Native Plant Society" - "San Francisco chapter of the group with habitat restoration information, news, calendar, events, gardening, links, and photos."

Alice Keck Park Memorial Gardens - "Santa Barbara recreational park centered on a man-made pond, featuring drought-tolerant plants. Overview with several photos and directions."

American Bamboo Society of Southern California - "Site contains newsletter, calendar, directors, members, bulletin board, links, and services. Based in Encinitas, C"

Balboa Park: Gardens - "Urban park in San Diego, featuring hundreds of tree species, several theme and regional gardens, a conservatory botanical building, and a children's ethnobotany garden."

Bamboo Garden At Foothill College - "In-depth information about the collection of 70 bamboo varieties grown in a two-acre garden in Los Altos. The plants are evaluated for their adaptability to the San Francisco Bay Area climate. Visitor information, events."

Blake Garden - "Estate garden at the official residence of the President of the University of California, located in Kensington. Visitor information, map, and history."

Blue Bird Haven Iris Garden - "Victorian show garden in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, landscaped with iris, daffodils, wildflowers, shrubs and trees, and surrounded by an iris nursery."

California Master Gardener Info - Programs are designed to adapt and deliver the results of research in new horticulture practices to people located in communities beyond the reach of the campuses of the University of California.

California (Amador County) Master Gardener Info - "Site features local MG program information, links to publications, online newsletter archive."

California (Calaveras County) Master Gardener Info - "Site for Calaveras County Cooperative Extension office has links for the local Master Gardener program, newsletter and calendar."

California (El Dorado County) Master Gardeners - "A voluntary educational organization of Master Gardeners provides horticultural information and technical assistance. FAQs page provides information on gardening, pest management, soils, lawn care, pruning and fruit production."

California (Los Angeles County) Master Gardeners - "Volunteers in Common Ground Garden Program (Master Gardeners, Master Food Preservers, Fresh From the Garden, Gardening Angels School Garden Program) help low-income and underserved residents of Los Angeles County grow more of their own food and flowers.

California (Los Angeles) Master Gardeners - "Master Gardeners present hands-on workshops and research-based information for low-income county residents at their community gardens, housing development gardens, and school gardens. Contact information page."

California (San Diego) Master Gardeners - "California volunteer group trained under the University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE). Events, programs, speakers, FAQ, and links."

California (Santa Clara County) Master Gardener - Gardening Tips - Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County provide gardening advice to the home gardener.

California Garden Clubs: Palomar District - Highlights and publicizes activities sponsored by the District and lists the 17 member clubs.

California Horticultural Society - "An educational, non-profit organization dedicated to bringing together gardeners and garden professionals to share experiences."

California Native Grasslands Association - "Aims to preserve and restore native grasses and grassland ecosystems of California. Site provides guides to grasslands around the state, event calendar and newsletter, and information about products and services."

California Native Plant Society - A statewide non-profit organization of amateurs and professionals with an interest in California's native plants.

Conejo Valley Botanic Garden - "Garden in Thousand Oaks featuring collections of native plants, oak trees, water-conserving plants, and an abundant population of indigenous wildlife. Descriptions and information about events."

Conservatory of Flowers - "The oldest existing public conservatory in the western hemisphere, located in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. Information on tours, plants, and using the facility for events."

Cornerstone Gardens - "Series of walk-through gardens in Sonoma showcasing innovative designs by various landscape architects. Information about the designers, events, and exhibits."

Descanso Gardens - "A 160-acre public garden in La Ca?ņada near Los Angeles. Schedule of events, information on visiting, membership and volunteering."

Diggers Garden Club - "Organization in Pasadena aiming to stimulate interest in private and public gardens. Overview of meetings and events, slide shows, and meeting minutes."

Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden - "On the campus of California State University, Long Beach. History, online tour with descriptions and photographs, and information about membership, events, and education."

East Bay Regional Parks: Tilden Botanic Garden - "Features representatives of nearly all the state's conifers and oaks, large collections of California manzanitas and ceanothuses, native bunchgrasses and aquatics. Description, map, information about native plant sales."

Elizabeth Gamble Garden - "Palo Alto community horticultural organization tends a property with a historic home, and formal and demonstration gardens. Virtual tour, featured plants, and information about events, education, and children's programs."

Fallbrook Garden Club - "San Diego County club presents basic information about membership and activities, as well as their spring flower show."

Filoli Center - "This 654-acre Bay Area estate garden represents the Golden Age of American Gardens, with house and gardens designed as complementary units. Events and educational programs, garden overview."

Fullerton Arboretum - "Non-profit arboretum and botanical garden at California State University, Fullerton. Community resource for ecological, horticultural, and historical education. Visitor information, maps, plant database."

Ganna Walska Lotusland - "Photographer Dika Golovatchoff captures the aloe, cactus, cycad, butterfly, epiphyllum, Japanese and lotus gardens at the public garden near Santa Barbara."

Getty Center: Central Garden - "Description, photos, and plant listing for the garden within the Los Angeles visual arts center."

Guadalupe River Park & Gardens - "Three-mile ribbon of park land along the banks of the Guadalupe River in downtown San Jose, featuring rose and rock gardens, sister city tributes, and a historic orchard."

Hakone Gardens - "Japanese gardens built in 1918 in Saratoga, featuring koi pond, Zen and tea gardens, and a bamboo park. Photo gallery, visitor information."

Huntington Botanical Gardens - "The large garden in San Marino includes specialized gardens, theme areas, and collections from other countries. Descriptions and photos, and information on event and exhibits, membership, and research."

Inverness Garden Club - San Francisco Bay Area Garden Club featuring Pt. Reyes Peninsula Garden Tour - "The Inverness Garden Club, on the San Francisco Bay Area's Point Reyes peninsula, stimulates knowledge/appreciation of gardening, provides college scholarships to qualified West Marin residents and promotes beautification of our local community."

Japanese Friendship Garden of San Diego - "Information and pictures covering the design, botanical collection, exhibits, events, and history of this garden located in Balboa Park."

Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden - Its mission is to foster an awareness and appreciation of the role of plants in nature and in human affairs.

Lotusland - "Large estate and botanic garden created by Madame Ganna Walska near Santa Barbara, composed of smaller themed gardens (Japanese, Australian; succulents, cycads, bromeliads, cacti). Education programs, events, visitor information."

Luther Burbank Home & Gardens - "Home, greenhouse, and gardens where the famed horticulturist experimented with plants. Overview of gardens, plants by month of bloom, and information for teachers."

Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens - "This garden fronting directly on the Pacific coast includes woodland, perennial, rhododendron, dahlia, and camellia gardens, a fern canyon, and a pacifica iris collection. Photos, visitor information, and event calendar."

Mildred E Mathias Botanical Garden - "Located on the UCLA campus, this garden maintains a large botanical collection,with plant specimens from all over the world, including tropical and subtropical plants."

Modesto Garden Club - "Projects include hanging baskets, flower pots, and a working flower clock in downtown Modesto."

Ojai's Cluff Vista Park - "Background, layout, and photos of a small park featuring plants native to the Ojai Valley and surrounding mountains."

Point Loma Garden Club - "Point Loma Garden Club in San Diego, California, is a group of fun-loving people who like to garden and create floral arrangements."

Pomona Valley Camellia Society - "Presents its shows and events, information for judges, membership form, and care instructions."

Quail Botanical Gardens - "Garden in Encinitas features rare bamboo groves, desert gardens, a tropical rainforest, California native plants, Mediterranean climate landscapes, and a subtropical fruit garden. Information about visiting, volunteering, children's and adult events and

Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden - "Located in Claremont, California, the Garden is home to 70,000 native Californian plants, representing 2,000 native species, hybrids and cultivars."

Redlands Horticultural & Improvement Society - "Trives to enhance the beauty of the Redlands, California area, and encourage the love and practice of horticulture among its citizens."

San Diego Floral Association - San Diego Floral Association is the oldest garden club in Southern California. Home to California Garden magazine and 3500 book horticultural library. Mediterranean and drought tolerant gardening plus flower arranging.

San Diego Horticultural Society - "Promoting the enjoyment, art, knowledge and public awareness of horticulture."

San Francisco Botanical Garden - "Mediterranean gardens at Strybing Arboretum in Golden Gate Park presents mission and visitor information, detailed map, course catalog, and plant sale schedule."

San Francisco Garden Club - "Offers an overview of programs offered, membership requirements, and contact details."

San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden - Devoted to the display and study of the plants and ecosystems of the world's five Mediterranean climate zones.

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden - "Located on 65 acres in historic Mission Canyon, it features over 1,000 species of rare and indigenous plants."

Sherman Gardens and Library - "Horticultural retreat in Corona del Mar, featuring a cactus and succulent garden, a tropical conservatory, rose, herb, and Japanese gardens. The library focuses on the history of the Pacific Southwest."

Sonoma County Master Gardeners - "California group presents its events, projects, and publications, application information, and year-round gardening tips."

South Coast Botanic Garden - "Located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula near Los Angeles, among this garden's distinct areas are a rose garden, a garden for the senses, a Japanese garden, and a cactus garden."

South Coast Plumeria Society - "Organization dedicated to these tropical flowering shrubs presents event information, growing tips, photo galleries, and membership form."

Southern California Botanists - "Organization of individuals dedicated to the study and conservation of native plants and plant communities of southern California. Information about the journal, field trips and symposia, and membership."

Southern California Camellia Society - "Information about monthly meetings and shows, articles about culture and care, listing of California local camellia societies, with a blog and photo album."

Southern California Horticultural Society - Shares knowledge and experience in the areas of gardening and botany. Members are amateurs and professionals.

The Gardens at Heather Farm - "Nonprofit education center in Walnut Creek serves as a living museum, a wildlife habitat, an outdoor classroom, and a place of beauty and enjoyment. Photos, information about membership and events."

The Japanese Garden Suiho En - "This garden of water and fragrance in Van Nuys is fashioned after 18th and 19th century stroll gardens. It incorporates a dry garden, a wet garden with promenade, and an authentic tea ceremony garden. Includes descriptions, information, and photos."

The Ruth Bancroft Garden - "Private garden in Walnut Creek exemplifying a water-conserving design, featuring dramatic succulents, cacti, and arid-climate trees. Limited visiting hours. Photo gallery, visitor information, history and plant profiles."

The Wrigley Memorial & Botanical Gardens - "Catalina Island garden featuring plants endemic to the island. Plant profiles, information about the conservancy and interpretive center."

Turtle Bay Exploration Park - This educational and entertainment complex includes the McConnell Arboretum and Gardens and a butterfly conservatory. Visitor information and overview of programs and events.

UC Davis Arboretum - "Living museum, outdoor classroom, and public garden with thousands of tree and plant species adapted to a Mediterranean climate. News, information about visiting, and calendar of events and programs."

University of California at Berkeley Botanical Garden - "Features one of the most diverse plant collections in the United States, famous for its rare and endangered species. Information about collections, education, events, mission, and history."

University of California Riverside Botanic Gardens - "Covers 40 hilly acres of scenic trails, specialty gardens, and geographical collections. Garden overview, visitor information, and event calendar."

Visual Golden Gate Park - "Interactive map of the public park in San Francisco, with links to illustrated descriptions of many of its constituent gardens."

Woodside-Atherton Garden Club - "Aims to provide educational and community service projects in the areas of horticulture, beautification, and conservation. Information about the member-maintained native plant garden and annual plant sale."