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Descanso Gardens honors Japanese Americans during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Descanso Gardens honors Japanese Americans One of Southern California s most beloved public gardens is rethinking and rewriting part of its rich history. Descanso Garden s collection of world-renowned camellias can now be traced back to Japanese-American growers LOS ANGELES - One of Southern California s most beloved public gardens is rethinking and rewriting part of its rich history. Descanso Gardens collection of world-renowned camellias can now be traced back to Japanese-American growers who interned during World War II. Japanese-American flower growers right before the war made up 50% of the LA flower market. They were really instrumental in bringing those varieties to Southern California and really transforming the landscape into the beautiful landscape that we know today, Wendy Cheng, Associate professor of American Studies at Claremont s Scripps College ....
By John Chen– Spring 2021 has officially arrived, and we all know too well that spring ushers in a new, fresh start, and the beginning of something promising, and something full of excitement and potential. After a dark winter, rooted in stagnation and hibernation, it is time for the next chapter. It is time to take advantage of the virility of life, treasure the vitality of hope, and see the vibrant colors of spring. Go outside and revel in the beauty of our mighty springtime Mother Earth. Get out and get a dose of vaccine for our mental and emotional strength and health. ....
Ongoing through February Descanso Gardens’ famous camellia blooms. Most SoCal botanic gardens have a selection of camellias, and now through the end of February is prime bloom time, but Descanso Gardens’ camellia collection is billed as North America’s largest, so plan a trip to ogle these magnificent flowers (especially if you have a thing for reds and pink perfect for a Valentine’s Day outing!). Non-members must purchase tickets in advance online for $15 ($11 for seniors and students, $5 children 5-12, children under 4 and members enter free). The gardens are open daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1418 Descanso Drive in La Cañada Flintridge. Face coverings required. ....