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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 Fred Whitney - 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!
2008 Gold and Silver Medal Awards
- New
The Society takes great pleasure in presenting its highest awards to the following individuals:
Gold Medal: "Bud" Gehnrich and Bob Weissman
Silver Medal: Marc Colombel, John Thornton, June and Tim Walsh.
Read more.
Rhododendron & Azalea News
- New
Read the Winter '07 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. Highlights from the next issue
of the ARS quarterly Journal. |
ROY Plants Selected for 2008
- New
The ARS proudly announces its Rhododendron of the Year
(ROY) awards for 2008.
Chosen for excellent foliage, flower and habit,
these beautiful rhododendron varieties make wonderful additions in your garden.
Read more.
2008 Seed Exchange - Now
Open for Sales
The seed exchange is open for sales. See ordering instructions for
further information. View the searchable seed catalog. Order seed
on-line.
Fall Western Regional Conference
- New
Make plans now to attend the ARS Western Regional Conference to be
held in beautiful Hilo Hawaii from Sept 24 - 28, 2008.
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 1200
rhododendrons. Find plants by name, flower color, height in 10 years, hardiness,
bloom time, etc. Also search the azalea database
listing 300 varieties.
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
On-line Plant Name Registration
- New
North Americans desiring to name rhododendrons or azaleas may now easily do so on-line.
Rhododendron Photo Gallery
View over 900 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.
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".
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