The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden invites you to our new webinar on Wednesday August 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time

Introduction to the Propagation Program at the RSBG

Have you ever wondered how the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden grows and preserves its extraordinary collection of rare plants?

Atsuko Gibson, Assistant Curator

Join Nursery Manager and Assistant Curator Atsuko Gibson for a behind-the-scenes look at the Garden’s propagation program and learn how new plants are carefully cultivated for conservation, research, and distribution.

The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden is one of the leading institutions in the collection of species rhododendrons. What makes us unique is one of our missions, which is to distribute these rare plant materials to other botanical institutions and the public. The propagation of these plants takes place at our on-site 2-acre nursery where I spend most of my day.

During this webinar, Atsuko will explore the techniques used to propagate species rhododendrons and other uncommon companion plants from around the world. Whether you’re an experienced gardener, a plant collector, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes at the Garden, you’ll gain insight into the work that supports one of the Garden’s core conservation missions.

Date & Time: Wednesday August 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time

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Price: $15 for RSBG members | $25 for non-members + tax

Registration closes on August 24, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. PST.

You do NOT need a PayPal account to complete payment – see details below

Can’t make it to the live Zoom webinar? Don’t worry! You can still register and submit a payment for the event, and a link to the recording will be sent directly to you! Please include a comment in your registration form letting us know.

Please read:
  • When you register for the webinar, you will receive an email confirming your pending reservation for the webinar. Next, you must complete your payment to secure your spot. Note: Please ensure you input an email where you’d like the link and recording sent to (email used during registration will be sent the link).
    • You can pay with a credit card/VISA on PayPal (you do not need a PayPal account) – click the button “Pay via PayPal” > click “Pay with Debit or Credit Card” > Check out as a Guest by entering your email address > enter your payment information > ensure the toggle is off towards the bottom of the screen to pay as a guest.
  • On the morning of the scheduled webinar, you will receive an email from RSBG staff with a link to the Zoom webinar and further instructions on how to join.

How to Join the Meeting

  • Please note that you do not need a Zoom account to attend the lecture. However, you will be required to download Zoom software on your device. There are two ways to do this:
    Visit Zoom.us and find the “RESOURCES” drop-down menu at the very top of the webpage. Hover your mouse over the arrow next to “RESOURCES” and select “Download Zoom Client” from the drop-down menu. Select the first download button on this page labeled “Zoom Client for Meetings.”

OR

  • Click on the lecture link, which will be emailed to you. The link will prompt you to download the software.
  • You do not need a webcam or a microphone to participate; you will need a device with speakers to hear the lecture.
  • All Zoom registrants will be muted during the lecture. We will take questions in the chat functions and answer them in a Q&A session at the end of the presentation.

                   

Atsuko Gibson,  RSBG Assistant Curator

 

 

 

 

Questions? Email us at info@RhodyGarden.org.

August Webinar: Introduction to the Propagation Program at the RSBG

August 26, 2026
Wednesday
5:00 pm

ZOOM Event

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