Atkinson Plumeria Farm, 5239 Alzeda Dr, La Mesa CA 91941
You’ll get the tools to boost your plumerias to thrive in 2026, including a view into Mike’s fertilizer regimen (available to purchase).
We’ll discuss this crazy winter and how the weather is affecting our plants, plus many other spring growing tips:
- Prepare your plants to bloom more
- How to deal with cold damage
- When to start watering
- Spring feedings
- Understand spring dangers
- When dormancy ends
- Best time to repot and trim
- Much more
This is Mike’s most popular topic every year. He’ll not only talk about what to do but also show you. The class format allows for a farm field trip and an extended question-and-answer session.
What to bring:
- Water bottle (refills provided)
- Hat
- Pen
- Clipboard
- Close-toed shoes
- Wear sunscreen
- Aloha spirit
This class is held in an intimate, in-person setting on Atkinson Plumeria Farm in our open, shaded classroom. It is a rain-or-shine event.
Price: $40, includes hands-on instruction, extensive Q&A, and a guided farm tour.
Saturday, March 14, 10 am – Noon >
Wednesday, March 18, 6:30 – 8:30 >
Sunday, March 22, 10 am – Noon >
Saturday, March 28, 10 am – Noon >
If a class is sold out, email us your phone number and preferred class time so we can place you on a waitlist.
Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to the event time. Please allow yourself sufficient time to arrive, park, and find a seat, as the event will begin promptly at the scheduled start time.
Cancellations are accepted up to 24 hours before the event. Eventbrite ticket fees will be deducted (around 8%).
Testimonials
“While I can do all sorts of research online, it’s always nice to have personal instruction with live tips and advice. It makes it seem less overwhelming.” Michelle
“I was sponging up knowledge and stories from Mike, who is a dynamic speaker. Tons of lessons, so many techniques I take with me to nurture my collection of Plumerias.” Mark
“The workshop and the handout were very organized and helpful as I plan out my year for my two plumeria sticks.” Kayoko
About Mike
Mike has owned a plumeria farm in San Diego’s East County on Mt. Helix (La Mesa) with his wife, Stacy, for over 30 years. Annually, they sell hundreds of plumerias, host two large sales for 1,000 or more people, hold 50 classes for hundreds of people, offer in-garden consultations, sell 15,000 or more flowers, and reach over 1 million people worldwide on social media. The PBS program “A Growing Passion” featured them and their farm in an Emmy Award-winning episode showcasing plumerias. He has taught numerous plumeria workshops in Southern California (including the San Diego Horticultural Society, San Diego Botanic Garden, Master Gardeners, and many garden clubs and nurseries). He is the only person to speak at all official plumeria societies in the US. He was on the steering committees for the 2016 & 2023 International Plumeria Conferences. He is a longtime volunteer and speaker with the Southern California Plumeria Society. He has authored numerous articles and has been interviewed multiple times, including by MarthaStewart.com and the Los Angeles Times. His website is www.AtkinsonPlumeria.com.
