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Welcome from Michael Bamford - ARS President:

On behalf of the thousands of rhododendron enthusiasts worldwide "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 explore all that the genus Rhododendron (which includes azaleas) has to offer, and you will include these wonderful plants in your garden.

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Rhododendron and Azalea Care Guide

Looking for helpful information about the cultivation and care of rhododendrons and azaleas?  Visit the comprehensive information provided in the Plant Culture and Care Guide. In the Guide you will learn how to select, plant, irrigate, prune, transplant, propagate, weather protect, and manage pests and diseases.


Rhododendron International Volume 9

Articles in this ninth volume are the abstracts from a 2025 convention organized by the Rhododendron Research Network. Contributions from world-wide researchers shows the great diversity of Rhododendron research that is presently underway, and the wide geographical range of the active researchers.


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Informative articles about:
 - rhododendron & azalea culture,
 - propagation,
 - hybridizing,
 - private & public gardens,
 - plant portraits,
 - companion plants,
 - plant hunting exploration,
 - rhododendron research,
 - and much more.

Visit archive of previously published issues.

 


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ARS Seed Exchange Open for Sales

Seeds collected by Society members are offered for sale at the 2026 ARS seed exchange.  Until March 7 only members of the American Rhododendron Society may order seed.  After March 7 anyone may purchase seed.  View the seed list and order online at the ARS seed exchange page.


Links to ARS Podcasts


Listen to "For the Love of Rhododendron" audio podcasts. In the podcasts we learn about the life experiences of ARS members, how random twists and turns in their lives led them to discover their love of Rhododendron. Our podcasts can inspire and inform others embarking on their own journey into the vast, uncharted territory that is plant genus Rhododendron. Podcast index


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