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Rhododendron macrophyllum, the Pacific rhododendron, [2] California rosebay, [3] California rhododendron, coast rhododendron or big leaf rhododendron, is a large-leaved species of Rhododendron native to the Pacific Coast of North America. It is the state flower of Washington. [4]
As of 2006 the Foundation's mission is devoted to the conservation, research, acquisition, evaluation, cultivation, public display, and distribution of rhododendron species. The gardens contain over 10,000 rhododendrons, set out as a woodland garden among native conifers. It is adjacent to the Pacific Bonsai Museum.
Rhododendron (/ ˌ r oʊ d ə ˈ d ɛ n d r ən /; pl.: rhododendra) is a very large genus of about 1,024 species of woody plants and in the heath family (Ericaceae). They can be either evergreen or deciduous.
The society provides a means through which people interested in rhododendrons and azaleas can communicate and cooperate with others via its publications, events, local and regional meetings and international conferences. Society activities include public education, plant sales, flower shows, seed exchanges, and scientific research.
Saving the rhodies. The park has hundreds of rhododendrons and azaleas. Some are labeled with the species or cultivar names. Others were planted with memorial plaques dedicated to specific people.
Edinburgh Rhododendron Monographs Comprehensive listing and description of all described Rhododendron species; American Rhododendron Society; Rhododendrons – Species and cultivars from Rododendron.cz project Archived 2016-07-02 at the Wayback Machine; Danish Rhododendron Society
The garden, located between Southeast 28th Avenue and Woodstock Boulevard, covers 9.49 acres (3.84 ha) and is named for the numerous springs within the garden. Crystal Springs Garden features more than 2,500 rhododendrons, azaleas, and other plants in a setting of small lakes, paved and unpaved paths, fountain, and small waterfalls. [1]
The majority of ornamental species from Rhododendron are native to East Asia, but most varieties cultivated today are hybrids. [17] [18] Most rhododendrons grown in the United States are cultivated in the Pacific Northwest.