Plumeria A-Z

About This Event

Saturday, June 7; 10am-1pm

Discover the beauty of plumeria in this on-site workshop at the stunning Los Angeles County Arboretum, home to the largest plumeria grove on the West Coast! Southern California’s perfect climate makes it an ideal place for these vibrant, fragrant flowers to thrive. In this hands-on class, you’ll dive into the essentials of plumeria care, from planting and growing to understanding seeds, genetics, and grafting techniques. We’ll also cover common challenges and how to address them, ensuring your plumeria plants flourish for years to come. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a curious beginner, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to master the art of plumeria care.

Class will be located in our plumeria grove which is about a 15-minute walk from the entrance. *Carts will be available to shuttle participants to class location starting at 9:30am.

About the instructor:

Since 2001, Diana Donnellan has been growing plumeria in her drought tolerant, coastal garden and happily passes along her knowledge to the community. In 2014, she kick-started a volunteer effort to renovate, expand and improve the Arboretum’s grove of over 100 trees. She firmly believes in sharing her expertise and lessons learned via in-grove workshops and the annual Plumeria Day event.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:

Cancelations must be requested in advance of one week prior to the program start date in order to qualify for a refund. Cancellations requested within 7 days of the class start date will not qualify for a refund. The Arboretum does not offer credit or reschedules for missed classes. If you are unable to cancel within the required refund window, please consider your program fee a donation to the garden. Your registration confirms your understanding of and agreement with this policy.