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Welcome to the Homepage of the De Anza Chapter
of the American Rhododendron Society!


Who We Are:

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.

The De Anza Chapter is composed of American Rhododendron Society members who hold meetings and sponsor events in the "Silicon-Valley" region of Northern California.  Non-members and guests are always welcome to attend Chapter meetings and events.

President:  Tom Wynn .......... wynn.t@comcast.net
Secretary: Christy Hartsell .......... christy.b.hartsell@lmco.com


Next Event:

Rhododendron Propagation
September, 2009
Time and location: TBD

Attendees will learn how to root rhododendrons and azaleas cuttings.
 Members share cuttings and at the meeting you plant them and take them home.

Join us for this fun and informative event.

 

What's Happening:

Chapter Meeting & Activity Schedule for 2009 / 2010 Season

July-August, 2009:   No meetings - enjoy your summer!
Sept 2009:  First Fall Meeting - Rhododendron Propagation -  Check back for details.

Additional Dates to Mark on your Calendars

Sep 17-20, 09:      Western Regional Conference, Tacoma, Washington
Oct 23-25, 09:      Eastern Regional Meeting, Lionville, Pennsylvania
Apr 9-11, 09:        The Ultimate Rhododendron Conference, UBC Botanical Garden, Vancouver, BC
May 14-17, 10:     ARS Annual Convention, Long Island, NY
May 20-24, 10:    German Rhododendron Society Meeting, Breman, Germany

What We've Been Doing:

May Newsletter 2009

April Newsletter 2009

March Newsletter 2009

February Newsletter 2009

Links:

National Homepage for the American Rhododendron Society

Need Help Growing Rhododendrons?

Local Resources?

Want to Find a Chapter in your Area?

Bay Area Gardeners Foundation

Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County

Rhododendron Potting Mix Resource

Los Altos Garden Supply