January’s meeting was all about the smaller Gesneriads (the cousins to the African violet) and included tips on starting and growing that is useful for many plant varieties.
Dale Martens, hybridizer and grower, let us record her presentation to share with other plant lovers! Listen to her recorded presentation.
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It’s Showtime! All hands on deck to help with show prep and sign up for activities for our annual club show and sale on April 26th. Location – Beatitudes Campus, 1610 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, On Glendale, east of 19th Avenue 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Growing African Violet Trailers – A video by Dr. Bill Price, winner of several Best-In-Show awards. Learn his secrets to culture, propagation, and show preparation of African violet trailers. Location – Beatitudes Campus, 1610 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, On Glendale, east of 19th Avenue 10:00 am to noon
Gesneriads 102…but Wait! – There’s more to learn about gesneriads (yes, it’s a big family). Also, Preparing for Best in Show. A walk-through of how to fill out an entry form for theupcoming show. Location – Beatitudes Campus, 1610 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, On Glendale, east of 19th Avenue 10:00 am to 12:00…
The Nitty Gritty of Soil Recipes – After the meeting, there will be an optional field trip to purchase soil supplies at the Sea of Green Hydroponics store located at 1828 E. University Dr., Tempe, 85288. Location – Beatitudes Campus, 1610 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, On Glendale, east of 19th Avenue 10:00 am…
AVSA National Convention – Open to the Public: Entrance fee $5. Includes entrance to the show room, sales room and a seminar on growing African violets in the desert. Show and sales rooms open Friday 9 am – 5 pm and Saturday 9 am – 3 pm. Seminar held Friday 2 – 3 pm and…
Propagation One is nice but wouldn’t you love to have moreplants. There are many easy methods ofstarting new violets. Saguaro Branch of the Phoenix Public Library2808 N. 46th St., 8500846th Street south of Thomas Road 10:00 am to noon
