There are many wonderful California native shrubs and perennials that make perfect additions to existing gardens and are great replacements for better known non-native plants.  And because they are native to this climate, they are better able to withstand the swings in rainfall and temperature we are seeing recently.  

Master Gardener Linda King will discuss some reasons for adding California native plants to your garden and look at some core native plants that are easy to care for and make great additions to any existing garden.