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The American Rhododendron Society is a non-profit organization whose
purpose is to encourage interest in and to disseminate information about the
genus Rhododendron. Members' experience ranges from novice to expert.
Society activities include public education, flower shows, seed exchanges,
scientific studies, and communication through publications and local and
national meetings. ARS chapters are located throughout the United States
and Canada and in Denmark, Holland, Scotland, Sweden and Sikkim.
Welcome from Ted Stecki - ARS President:
On behalf of the many thousands of rhododendron enthusiasts world wide "welcome
to our web site." Here you will find valuable resources which enable you to
learn more about the selection and care of rhododendrons. We hope this
will encourage you to "grow" and appreciate the genus Rhododendron (which
includes azaleas), and you will include these wonderful
plants in your garden/landscape. Rhododendrons can be grown almost anywhere in the world,
from the tropics to the Himalayas (home to a large population of the species
which are parents to many cultivated hybrids seen in gardens around the world).
Among Society members, you will find many who share
common interests whether you are a professional grower, amateur or sophisticated
gardener. I encourage you to find a chapter in your area (listings occur
on the Chapters section in the web site menu) and
visit them for an opportunity to join the Society. - "Come see what we
have to offer" - We would welcome you as a member!
Need help growing Rhododendrons?
Learn how to select, plant, prune, feed, transplant and propagate rhododendrons
and azaleas in the ARS' comprehensive care guide. Also check out the
helpful "how-to" information in articles
previously published in the ARS Journal.
Search the ARS Rhododendron Databases
The species and hybrid database provides descriptions for over 1400
rhododendrons. Find plants by name, flower color, height in 10 years, hardiness,
bloom time, etc. Also search the azalea database
listing 300 different varieties.
Rhododendron & Azalea News
Read the Spring '09 edition of our quarterly newsletter featuring
articles, news, and information gathered from ARS Chapters and Society members.
Sections on Plant Tips, People and Events, Gardens, and Ideas for Chapters
provide interesting and useful information for rhododendron enthusiasts around
the world.
ARS Journal
Join the ARS and receive the quarterly ARS Journal.
Articles cover culture, propagation, hybridizing,
gardens, companion plants, exploration, scientific research and Society events
and news. Table of contents from the current issue
of the ARS quarterly Journal.
Quarterly Bulletin
Electronic Archive - New
Early issues of the ARS Quarterly Bulletin have been published on-line at
Virginia Tech's Digital Library and Archive.
Visit the Archive |
ROY Plants Selected for 2010
The ARS proudly announces its Rhododendron of the Year
(ROY) awards for 2010.
Chosen for excellent foliage, flower and habit,
these beautiful rhododendron varieties make wonderful additions in your garden.
Read more.
The Ultimate Rhododendron Conference
- New
To be held Apr 9-11, 2010 at the UBC Botanical Garden, Vancouver, BC. Open to
all gardeners who want to learn more about rhododendrons. Featuring
classroom and field experiences at two learning levels taught by Douglas Justice
and Ron Knight, tours of three world-class gardens, and rhodo sales. Limited
to 100 attendees. Early registration discount. More information
ARS Annual Convention - May 14 -17, 2010 - New
Timed for peak bloom on Long Island, NY the Annual Convention will be held at
the Holiday Inn in Ronkonkoma. Hosted by the three Chapters of District 7
the meeting features beautiful garden tours, including the Phipp's estate and
the Planting Fields Arboretum, a wonderful flower show and plant sale and
educational sessions of value for attendees. All are invited to this
exciting event.
Rhododendron Photo Gallery
View over 1800 photo images of rhododendron hybrids and species. The Society is
pleased to make available a searchable database of digital photo images for
rhododendron lovers. Read how to access the
images.
Research Committee
Announces Grant Awards
The Research Committee has awarded ARS Research Foundation Grants
to three projects for 2009. Read more...
Apply now for 2010 Research Grant - New
Grants up to $5,000 are awarded to projects
that yield practical benefits for growing and enjoying rhododendrons or gain new
insights into the biology, distribution or history of rhododendron
species and hybrids. The application deadline is March 1,
2010. More information
2009 Gold and Silver Medal Awards - New
The Society takes great pleasure in presenting its highest awards to the following individuals:
Gold Medal: Jens Christian Birck and Mike Stewart
Silver Medal: Jean & Norman Beaudry and Harry R Wright.
Read more.
Proven Performer Lists
Identify plants that perform well in your neighborhood as selected by members in ARS chapters near
where you live.
Rhododendron Nursery Finder
Locate nurseries near where you live. Find helpful information from ARS Commercial
member growers.
Vireya Information
Looking for
vireya information? A link to Chris Callard's comprehensive vireya web
site can be found in the drop down menu at page top under "Plant Data".
On-line Plant Name Registration
North Americans desiring to name rhododendrons or azaleas can easily do so
on-line.
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