Erika Oelman, a horticulturist at the El Dorado Nature Center, will host a presentation on planting native landscapes at the next Belmont Heights Community Association meeting.
Oeelman will address soil type and quality, zoning, plant selection and lead a short discussion about pruning techniques. Native plants are generally more drought-tolerant than species not native to Southern California or similar climates.
In addition, the association will discuss upcoming board nominations, commercial corridors in the Heights, the Colorado Lagoon project, the "bike boulevard" on Vista Street, motorcycle noise and "traffic calming, the upcoming newsletter and a membership drive.
Residents -- both homeowners and renters -- who have concerns or ideas about issues in Belmont Heights are welcome to address them as well.
The meeting will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Belmont Heights United Methodist Church, 317 Termino Avenue. Parking is adjacent to the building and can be accessed via Termino. The meeting is down the stairs next to the parking lot.
For more information, visit www.mybelmontheights.org or call 562-438-0682.
