RADIO TRAVEL HOST PAMELA WILSOn FEATURES CULTURAL SITES & Treasures OF Los Angeles & SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. TREASURES OF THE WEST IS BROADCAST ON KPFK 90.7 FM IN LOS ANGELES & ON THE WEB AT KPFK.ORG

WELCOME TO MY “INTO THE GARDEN” SERIES: This monthly journey will take you into the world of beauty, health and magical aspects of being in a garden. This month we visit a hidden gem in La Canada Flintridge located at the foothills of the San Gabriel mountains. Desconso Gardens is like stepping into an enchanted garden setting, as you enter the grounds there is a feeling of serenity, beauty and historic charm developed by an early entrepreneur in Los Angeles. The property was owned and developed by Elias Boddy who purchased over 165 acres of land in the early 20’s and opened his estate to the public in 1950. His vision was to create an oasis of mediterranean plants, flowers and trees where you not only experience color, scents and soothing sounds of water, but a forest with tall trees some dating back to the early part of the century. There are many sections to explore as you escape into this natural world for the afternoon and discover a hidden treasure of Los Angeles. Visit the website for updates on whats in season as well as special offerings on weekends and the membership.

Website: www.desconsogardens.org

Coming soon: Lotusland Garden in Santa Barbara