by Jillian Demus Rhodora is native to Pennsylvania and New Jersey northward to Ontario, Quebec and the Canadian Maritimes. The name comes from the old genus name, Rhodora, when it was thought to be in its own genus due to the odd, tubeless flowers. In the wild, this azalea blooms in early-late May and mid-June […]
“It pays to be patient when dealing with some plants”
A project I started well over 20 years ago has come into fabulous floral fruition this spring with the Magnolia Grove here at the RSBG in glorious full bloom for the first time. A combination of several factors has led to this grand display including, most importantly, the necessary length of time having passed […]
COVID-19
Update – 2/2/2022 The Visitor Center and Rutherford Conservatory are open ! We are only accepting credit cards at this time, and we ask that you practice social distancing while exploring the garden. The RSBG is bringing back your favorite annual programs with modifications to ensure visitor safety. See the Events menu to read updates […]
Plant Nerd Night – Lecture
Rhododendron Species, Vol 14, 2019
2019 ARTICLES INCLUDE: Article list is coming!
Rhododendron Species, Vol 13, 2018
2018 ARTICLES INCLUDE: Article list is coming!
Rhododendron Garden plans to remain rooted in Federal Way
Federal Way Mirror – August 16, 2019
Escape to this urban oasis in Federal Way
KING 5 Evening – June 4, 2019
Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden – A Peaceful Escape
Explore Washington State – May 18, 2018
Gallery – Through Dennis’s Eyes
Woodland Gardening Book
Now Available for Purchase in the Visitor Center Woodland Gardening by Kenneth Cox with contributions by Steve Hootman $60 (US shipping only) This is a comprehensive and lavishly illustrated new book on woodland and shade gardening with valuable information on cultivation and style, as well as descriptions of many of the most exciting new […]
Window Lit Fused Glass
Website: windowlit.com
Image Custom Iron Work
details coming!
2018 Intern Program
…. Does this look fun to you? Consider our Internship Program Download the 2018 Intern Program Details ——————————————————————- The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden (RSBG) Internship Program is designed to provide practical hands-on experience in the following areas of interest: general horticulture, garden maintenance & renovation, propagation, nursery management, and retail nursery management. Botanical Garden & Nursery […]
2017 Members Evening in the Garden
Rhododendron Species, Vol 12, 2017
ARTICLES INCLUDE: Article list is coming!











