General Meeting

Be sure to attend the next SCGC meeting!

Meetings are held at St. Andrew's Methodist Church, 2001 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, CA on the first Wednesday of the month—September through June at 1 o’clock p.m. You can join the club by attending any monthly garden club meeting. Join now and your membership materials and name tag will be ready for you on the check-in table at the next meeting.

Guest Speaker:

Karen England

5 Herbs That Changed History

For centuries, herbs—known as “the useful plants”—have played an essential role in human life, valued for cooking, crafting, and medicine. From Vikings to Pharaohs, the first Olympians to ancient philosophers, these remarkable plants provided food, fiber, and healing. Remarkably, many of the same herbs that supported civilizations thousands of years ago are still thriving in our gardens today.

Join us in May as Karen England, a devoted herbologist and board member of the International Herb Association, brings history to life with five historically significant herbs that are easy to grow and use in your own home. Experience a unique herbal “show and smell” event that engages your senses with aromas, textures, and even tastes—a vibrant opportunity unavailable through Zoom.

As a special bonus, Karen will share expert tips on how to look fabulous in your photos, perfect for gardeners and herbal enthusiasts eager to capture their love of plants in pictures.

Don’t miss this exciting, in-person gathering of the San Clemente Garden Club. Mark your calendar and come explore the enduring world of herbs—it’s a sensory journey steeped in history and ripe with practical knowledge. We look forward to seeing you there!