Fullerton Arboretum

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Welcome to the Fullerton Arboretum

Thanksgiving Holiday Notice
Due to mandatory state furloughs, the Arboretum and Friends offices will be closed the week of November 23-27. The Arboretum grounds will be open 8:00 am to 4:45 pm each day except Thanksgiving Day (closed all day). The museum will be closed on Wednesday, November 25 and The Potting Shed will be closed on Tuesday, November 24.

Parking Update
	The Arboretum has limited free parking for visitors only, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Vehicles parked when Arboretum is closed or not visiting the Arboretum, will be cited. Additional parking is normally available in CSUF lots G & A across from the Arboretum, Monday from 12:00 a.m. through Friday at 5:00 p.m. for $8 per car. Parking in lots G & A is sometimes free during weekends; beginning Friday at 5:00 p.m. Parking permits available at specially marked yellow kiosks upon entering lots G & A. See Campus Parking Website for more information.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS
Education Assistant
Part-time Receptionist
Administrative Assistant
Access copy of application here

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Have Any Suggestions for the Arboretum?

If you have any suggestions, comments or ideas you would like to pass along to the Fullerton Arboretum, please send us an email here.

Read Our Weekly "E-Newsletter"

Access a copy of our weekly "E-Newsletter"here.

Access a copy of the Victorian Society newsletter "Around the House" here

Victorian Candlelight Christmas Returns to the Fullerton Arboretum

Join us on December 5 or 6 between the hours of 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm for a enjoyable return to a traditional Victorian Christmas. Tickets are available on-line for $15/person. Purchase tickets here.

Whats in Bloom?

$Lagenaria spp. \'Bottle Gourd\'$

Name

Lagenaria spp. \'Bottle Gourd\'

Description

An ornamental bottle-shaped gourd that is closely related to edible squash and pumpkins.

Location

Children's Garden

Photo Courtesy of

Laura Lejuwaan

$Malus x \'Gordon Apple\'$

Name

Malus x \'Gordon Apple\'

Description

Bears medium to large, globe-shaped fruit with green, striped skin that is blushed red. The flesh is crisp, firm and white.

Location

Cultivated Gardens

Photo Courtesy of

Laura Lejuwaan

$Pyrus pyrifolia \'Asian Pear\'$

Name

Pyrus pyrifolia \'Asian Pear\'

Description

A pear tree species native to China, Japan and Korea. The tree produces edible fruit and flowers with five white petals.

Location

Cultivated Gardens

Photo Courtesy of

Laura Lejuwaan

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	Classes and Education
	All Adult Class Listings Here - All Children’s Class Listings Here Teachers Link to CEEP Materials

Eat the Yard!
Series Class II: Eyes on the Harvest

Learn how to get the most out of your edible garden with tips on seed saving, organic pest control, and much more!

Sat / Dec 5

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Award Winning Home Composting Workshop II

Learn how to turn yard clippings and food scraps into a valuable resource.

Sat / Nov 7 / 10:00 am – 11:30 am / Bleachers / Dress for the outdoors

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10 Tips for Your Garden Learn how to help your yard reach its full garden potential!

Sat / Nov 14 / 10:00am-11:30am / Pavillion Classrooms

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Hypertufa Pot Workshop   Create a unique garden pot-makes a great Christmas present!

Sat / Nov 21 / 1:30pm-3:30pm / Bleachers

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FOR KIDS:

Leaves of Autumn

Join us for a fun and educational leaf collecting exhibition and craft!

Sun / Nov 15

1:00 – 3:00 pm

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Archaeology Day at the Arboretum

Discover the wonder of Southern California's plants and peoples through Archaeology!

Sun / Dec 6

1:00 – 4:00 pm

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	Click Here for Full Calendar
	12/4/09 Winter Cactus and Succulent Show and Sale The Arboretum is pleased to announce it will host the annual "Winter Cactus and Succulent Show and Sale" again this year on December 4, 5 & 6 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm all 3 days. This very popular show and sale is the highlight of the pre-holiday season and this year promises to be better than ever, with hundred's of specimen plants for sale. As a shopper--don't miss this sale. As a person who likes cactus and succulents, plan to visit the show portion on December 5 & 6 to see some of the most unusual cactus and succulents from area collectors and growers.
	12/5/09 Victorian Christmas The Victorian Society at the Fullerton Arboretum is pleased to announce it will be hosting its "Victorian Christmas" event at Heritage House on Saturday and Sunday, December 5 & 6. While this event has not been held for a few years, it used to be very popular and the hit of the holiday season. Check back for more details and be sure to mark your calendar now for one of these evenings--this is something you don't want to miss and is appropriate for the entire family. More information here.