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Welcome to Lotusland

High Plains Public Radio | By Skip Mancini

Published August 7, 2014 at 12:00 AM CDT

A visit to Santa Barbara, California brought Skip to Lotusland and a look at an amazing series of gardens that was developed by a famous opera singer. Over the years a collection of over 3,000 plants from throughout the world have been assembled in a beautiful setting of 25 separate gardens. Many of the garden residents are rare and unusual, and some are even protected by international treaties, making this southern California stop a real treat in itself.

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Years ago Skip Mancini left the rocky coast of Northern California to return to her roots in the heartland. Her San Francisco friends, concerned over her decision to live in a desolate flatland best known for a Hollywood tornado, were afraid she would wither and die on the vine. With pioneer spirit, Skip planted a garden. She began to learn about growing not only flowers and vegetables, but hearts and minds. If you agree that the prairie is a special place, we think you'll enjoy her weekly sojourns into Growing on the High Plains.

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