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• Escondido Open Garden

  • When
    Sat, May 09, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Escondido - Registration Opens April 25, 2026
  • Spaces left
    93

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  A visit to Ray and Bonnie Brooks' Escondido garden is always a treat. Their garden was a horticultural hit on 2025 garden tour and this an opportunity to visit it in early summer. Ray, a former SDHS treasurer, is also known for his woodworking talents. Their property, spanning over an acre, features a diverse collection of plants from around the globe. The garden includes a large greenhouse/conservatory filled with numerous plants and a propagation area. Don't miss the Cycad Terraces. The garden displays over 100 cycads both in-ground and in pots. Take a moment to discover the charm of the Secret Garden where you can unwind beside a waterfall surrounded by Bromeliads, Tillandsias, Epiphyllums, Staghorn Ferns and more. This garden has something for everyone! As you explore, you'll encounter other attractions such as Dragon Trees, native and other waterwise plants, and an abundance of Grevilleas. Note that Ray collects over 2,000 gallons of rainwater for the landscape - check out the rain barrels!

  • If parking near the house is full, there may a bit of a walk from your car to the house. Or come later in the day when there are fewer people!

  • Carpooling is recommended.

  • Wear a hat and sun protection.

  • Comfortable shoes for walking recommended.

  • Handicapped access to the garden is limited.

  • Please no children under 10. Too many spiny plants.

  
  

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• CANCELED! Elfin Forest Sharing Garden

  • When
    Sat, May 09, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Elfin Forest, Escondido
  • Spaces left
    45

  UPDATE

  Dear Members,

  We regret to inform you that the Sharing Garden tour scheduled for Saturday, May 9th has been cancelled. We understand this may be disappointing and appreciate your understanding and flexibility.

  We hope to see you at another upcoming Sharing Garden event soon. Information about future events can be found on our website at sdhort.org.

  Thank you for your continued interest and support.

  Warm regards,
  The Board

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  Dear Members,
  

  Due to the current weather forecast indicating high probability of rain this weekend, the Elfin Forest Sharing Garden event has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 9th.

  Please make a note of the new date and look out for updated registration information, which will be sent out approximately two weeks prior (around 24th of April).

  Thank you for your flexibility. We hope to see you at a Sharing Garden event soon.

  The Board

  
  

  Frank and Susan Oddo Sharing Garden

  This 45-year-old garden on 2.5 acres in Elfin Forest is the creation of Frank and Susan Oddo. They named it Birdsong for its lush Mediterranean vegetation that attracts birds, bees and butterflies year-round. It features Aloes, Agaves, Aeoniums, Bromeliads, Tillandsias, Grevilleas, Leucadendrons, a giant thorn tree, a statuesque Queensland Bottle tree, garden art, and much more. Pathways, gazebos, benches, a koi pond, rock work, and a large deck to enjoy the view are part of its charm.

  • Bring your lunch and sit on the deck after your tour. 
  • Bring a bag or box for give-away plants. 
  • A walking stick for the hillside, while not steep, is useful. 
  • Walking shoes are a must. 
  • No restroom access due to septic.

  

  
  

  
  

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• Escondido Open Garden - 2nd Tour

  • When
    Sat, May 09, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Escondido - Registration Opens April 25, 2026
  • Spaces left
    77

  Register

  

  A visit to Ray and Bonnie Brooks' Escondido garden is always a treat. Their garden was a horticultural hit on 2025 garden tour and this an opportunity to visit it in early summer. Ray, a former SDHS treasurer, is also known for his woodworking talents. Their property, spanning over an acre, features a diverse collection of plants from around the globe. The garden includes a large greenhouse/conservatory filled with numerous plants and a propagation area. Don't miss the Cycad Terraces. The garden displays over 100 cycads both in-ground and in pots. Take a moment to discover the charm of the Secret Garden where you can unwind beside a waterfall surrounded by Bromeliads, Tillandsias, Epiphyllums, Staghorn Ferns and more. This garden has something for everyone! As you explore, you'll encounter other attractions such as Dragon Trees, native and other waterwise plants, and an abundance of Grevilleas. Note that Ray collects over 2,000 gallons of rainwater for the landscape - check out the rain barrels!

  • If parking near the house is full, there may a bit of a walk from your car to the house. Or come later in the day when there are fewer people!

  • Carpooling is recommended.

  • Wear a hat and sun protection.

  • Comfortable shoes for walking recommended.

  • Handicapped access to the garden is limited.

  • Please no children under 10. Too many spiny plants.

  
  

  Show details