Theme:
"Gardening is fun."
Established in 1931, Fallbrook Garden Club is a member of National Garden Clubs, Inc. / Pacific Region Garden Clubs, Inc., and a charter member of California Garden Clubs, Inc. / Palomar District.
Fallbrook Garden Club General Meeting
September 29, 2026Fallbrook Community Center
Guest Speaker Information
Dawn Standke
Is it a Horticultural Myth?
It is easy to find gardening advice online - but how much of it makes sense? Join us for some Horticultural Myth Busting where we will cover topics including: Should I put banana peels on myplants? Do eggshells, Epsom salts, or Tums cure blossom end rot on tomatoes? Should I use do-it-yourself weed killer? Will adding gravel to the bottom of a container improve drainage? What are some facts (not so fun!) about our new invasive mosquito species, the “ankle biter” or yellow fever mosquito, Aedes aegypti?
General Meetings are held at Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane
On the last Tuesday of each month, Sept-June, except in December, which is usually the second Tuesday.
There are no General Meetings during July or August.
September 29th Metting starts the new season
12:45 - Social | 1:00 - Business | 2:00 - Program
FGC's Upcoming Events
Check our monthly calendar for more!Thursday
August 6Summer Picnic and Veggie/Fruit Contest
10:00 am - 12:00 pmSaturday
September 12Native Plant Study Group
11:00amTuesday
September 29General Meeting
12:45 pm Social, 1:15 pm Business, 2:00 pm ProgramWednesday
September 30Men’s Lunch Bunch
11:30amHort Report
GOLDEN YARROW
HORT REPORT—MILK-VETCH
What is the difference between a plant species, a variety and a culti-
var? “Species” refers to a plant’s wild or natural form, while “varieties”
are different versions of a particular species. They are distinctly different
from the main species in one or more ways but are still genetically
related. “Cultivars” have been bred by humans in a controlled environment to produce a specific characteristic. Today we are talking about the species Santa Barbra Milk-vetch (astragalus trichopodus var. trichopodus), or more specifically, one of its three varietals, Southern California Milk -vetch (astragalus trichopodus var. lonchus).
They are from the genus Astragalus. A large genus of over 3000 species of herbs and small shrubs, belonging to the legume family (the pea family!). In terms of identified species, it is the largest genus of all plants. (That's a lot of plants!) Common names for the genus include milk-vetch, locoweed, goat’s-thorn, and rattleweed. While most milk-vetch grow in temperate climates, there are others capable of withstanding the conditions of even the most inhospitable places, such as Death Valley.
Saturday, August 22
Bring your branch trimmings, no larger than 10 inches in diameter, free of dirt and rocks.
NO CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, GRASS, STUMPS, OR POISON OAK
NO COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPERS
For more information contact the Fallbrook FireSafe Council at:
442-444-5055
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*Disclaimer
This resource guide is a list of various gardening vendors or community businesses.
Fallbrook Garden Club is not promoting or advertising for any particular vendor or business. These lists are solely a resource of options.
Join the Fallbrook Garden Club to enjoy the benefits the club has to offer.
- member education through speakers, workshops, tours, and field trips;
- the opportunity for community involvement and civic beautification;
- public education through flower shows and garden tours;
- scholarships
- creating lasting friendships while having fun!