A Sneak Peek at Spring Crops!
A rare opportunity to view the extensive inventory at the region’s premier growers. At this time of year, things are gearing up for Spring. Evaluate the plants, and shop from selections not available in the Northwest.
San Marcos Growers plants basking in the sun
What is SPARK?
Petula offers SPARK trips for customers to tour our suppliers and visit distinctive retailer
It’s critical to both your spirit and your business to travel and see what’s out there. On this SPARK trip, you can walk the growing grounds and touch the plants firsthand. Experience the quality and breadth of product we offer, and get a sneak peek at the spring crops! The value of seeing the range of choices available is worth the three days away. We coordinate everything, all you have to do is book your airline tickets* & show up!
Left: Agave ‘Streaker’ (a sport from ‘Blue Flame’) seen at San Marcos Growers on our last SPARK trip.
We’re starting in Monterey Bay & finishing in Santa Barbara
This is a key time to tour our newest supplier, Suncrest Nurseries…a short drive from Monterey Bay Nursery. We’ll also visit Four Winds Growers, our citrus supplier.
February 29 – March 4, 2016
- The trip starts in the San Jose-Watsonville area, ends in Santa Barbara
- Stops will include:
- North: Monterey Bay Nursery, Four Winds Growers & Suncrest Nurseries
- Central: San Marcos Growers
- We will build in other exciting retail stops depending on the group’s interest.
Above, right: Carts make it easy to hand pick your plants –at Monterey Bay Nursery
We provide the ground Transportation in California and trip coordination
You provide:
- Airfare (please confirm dates/times with us before booking) – AK Airlines has a great sale until 2/15, flights as low as $100 each way!
- Meals (most hotels cover breakfasts)
- Hotels (we get a special rate on many hotels, most will average at $100-115 per night. We will book them. )
Air travel notes:
- This is a multi city flight trip: arriving in San Jose & departing from Santa Barbara
- Shuttle costs to & from airports not on regular stops would be your own expense.
Questions or need a more detailed itinerary?
Give us a call or text!
Tonya Cole Molly Malecki
360-912-0009 425.350.9300