In almost every way, New York City can be an inhospitable environment. But throughout the five boroughs, life not only survives, it often flourishes. The same can be said of the deserts of the Earth -- these arid, near barren regions of our planet are some of the most formidable to life of all forms and yet, over time, they have produced many of the most fascinating species of the plant and animal kingdoms. It is in this light that we, as the Lower East Side Cactus and Succulent Society, attempt to relate to and explain our collective xerophilia. In our first presentation for Dover Street Market New York, we would like to share our experiences as active collectors and growers of desert plants here in the Big Apple and offer advice on best practices to help other NYers keep the plants in their collection happy and healthy.
Recorded January 8, 2021.
