In this Issue
Highlights
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In bloom this August, the "Matilija Poppy" otherwise known as the "fried egg poppy" is the largest of California's wildflowers. Check out Romneya coulteri in the Arthur L. Menzies Garden of California Native Plants and in this month's
In Bloom feature, complete with interesting facts, photos and a plant profile. 
From the Director
Dear Friends,
The worst heat of this very hot summer has abated, at least as I write this, but it's still warm. So it's time to visit the Botanical Garden Nursery on Saturday, August 12 and select some cool and cooling shade plants. Shade loving California natives, ferns, begonias -- all lend an air of coolness to our summer gardens. While you're at the Nursery drop into the Redwood Grove and really cool off. I was down there today, and there must be a 15% difference in temperature the second you walk into the Grove. This is, of course, one of the many reasons we need more trees and plants of all kinds replaced on this beautiful planet. As some of you know, I do my part by stuffing as many plants into my garden as possible. Not all of you are such plantaholics, but, in San Francisco, there's always room for one (or two) more shade lovers in your garden!
Best regards,  Michael McKechnie
Executive Director, San Francisco Botanical Garden Society
Classes & Events
NEW CLASSES
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Late Summer Skies
Even from the City, you can see more constellations than you think. Bring your binoculars and join us after hours for a Summer stargazing walk in the Garden. |
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Dazzling Dahlias
Celebrate the peak of our dahlia season and learn insider techniques of dahlia care with Dr. Erik Geansler. |
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Chinese Brush Painting
Celebrated artist Feng Chen teaches students at all levels – even those with no previous experience - to create amazing paintings in a refined style. |
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Adult Docent Training
Interested in learning more about plants and the natural world? Thinking about ways to share your knowledge? Saturday docent training starts soon! |
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CO-SPONSORED LECTURES
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Summer SOULutionary Series
cosponsored by the SF Urban Permaculture Guild
This dynamic group of SOULutioneers are connected to the growing Permaculture movement and are making a transformative difference in their own lives and communities as well as yours. |
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TRIPS & TOURS
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New Zealand Tour
Explore the magic of New Zealand, an odyssey for plant lovers. Sponsored by SFBG & the University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum with Tom Sauceda and Jan Coyle. |
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Treasures of Japan:
Temples, Castles and Classical Gardens
Join us on an engaging journey, co-sponsored by the SF Botanical Garden Society and the California Academy of Sciences. Lead by our own Plant Collections Registrar Mona Bourell. |
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Class Spotlight
Trees are a long term investment in shade, beauty and habitat. Learn how to choose and care for your trees with Charmain Giuliani. |
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Membership
A Benefit Luncheon in the Garden
Celebrating the Bond between People & Plants
 with guest speaker Michael Pollan, award-winning author of The Omnivore's Dilemma and The Botany of Desire
11AM, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2006
SAN FRANCISCO BOTANICAL GARDEN
GOLDEN GATE PARK, SAN FRANCISCO
Join Honorary Chairs Marianne and Richard Peterson for a relaxed gourmet gardening event acknowledging the importance of sustainable gardens and organic foods. Special guest speaker, Michael Pollan, author of The Omnivore's Dilemma: A Natural History of Four Meals, will share his thoughts on sustainable living.
Guests are encouraged to don their favorite gardening hat, and enjoy the garden party of the year. Festivities will include a tasting of epicurean treats by local purveyors of organic products and a silent auction offering rare plants and specialty tours of businesses promoting sustainable practices. Following the "tasting" reception, guests will be treated to a sumptuous mid-day meal crafted by jZcool featuring local organic and sustainably produced ingredients.
Proceeds benefit San Francisco Botanical Garden Society and its conservation education programs.
Tickets start at $175. For tickets and additional information,
Call:
(415) 564-3239, Ext. 304
Email: gardenfeast@sfbotanicalgarden.org or
Visit our website.
Looking for a way to simplify your life? Become a
Garden Keeper
At the request of some SFBGS members, a new membership category, Garden Keeper, has been developed for members who prefer to make recurring gifts to the Garden. As a Garden Keeper member, you agree to make an ongoing monthly gift of support. Your contributions can be deducted directly from your credit card or bank account. When it's time to renew, just enter a donation amount (minimum $11 per month). We ask you to make a 12-month commitment, but you are free to change or cancel your recurring gift at any time.
When your monthly gift is made, you will receive a receipt of your donation. Once a year, we will send you a record of your giving history for tax purposes. Recurring gifts are not only a convenient, safe and secure way to make donations, they are the most effective means of raising support for the Garden, allowing more of your donation to go directly to our many high-quality programs.
You may even be able to double or triple the impact of your recurring gift to the Garden if your employer offers a matching gift program!
For more information on becoming a Garden Keeper Member through a recurring gift, please call (415) 564-3239, ext. 303 or visit our website.
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