Orange Coast College’s Horticulture Department will host its fourth annual Marigold Sale on Friday, October 23, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The sale is held in anticipation of Día de Muertos, a cherished holiday dedicated to honoring and remembering loved ones who have passed away.
The Horticulture Department at OCC is renowned for its annual plant sales, typically held each semester. In addition to the marigolds, the department will also sell small cactus and succulents, as well as lettuces grown in the Aquaponics Lab.
During the event, an ofrenda will be displayed to honor loved ones who have passed on. Día de Muertos, celebrated annually on November 1 and 2, holds cultural significance throughout Mexico and Latin America. The marigold flower, known as cempasúchil, is traditionally used to decorate ofrendas (altars), providing a vibrant tribute to those who have departed.
The event is free and open to public. Marigolds will be sold in one-gallon pots for $7 each. All proceeds generated from the sale will go toward student scholarships and projects.
What: OCC Horticulture Marigold Sale
When: Friday, October 23, 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.
Where: OCC Horticulture, 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa
Parking: Park in Lot H or G, Adams Avenue, Costa Mesa