The Brookside Gardens Chapter was the founding chapter of the Azalea
Society of America. Its long association with Brookside Gardens, one
of the premier public gardens and horticultural research centers in
the US, dates from the first chapter meeting at the Stadler House in
June 1979. The Brookside Gardens chapter primarily draws its members
from the Maryland suburbs of Washington DC, with a wide range of
experience in azalea culture, propagation, use in the landscape, and
history.
The Chapter meets several times a year and hosts or
participates in a variety of local events throughout the year.
Whether you are a newcomer to the glorious world of azaleas or a
seasoned professional, you will find a hearty welcome from your
fellow azaleaphiles in the Brookside Gardens chapter!
Speaker:
Roger Galvin Topic: The History of the William Paca Garden
December 4 2 pm
Chapter Meeting
Brookside
Gardens Education Ctr. Wheaton, MD
Speaker:
Bill Miller Topic: Nice Books and Pretty Pictures
Meetings are generally held in the Adult Classroom at the Brookside Gardens
Education Center at 2 pm.
Directions from 495:
Georgia Avenue exit take Georgia Avenue north to Randolph Road in
Wheaton, MD. Turn right on Randolph and proceed to the second
traffic light, Glenallan Avenue. Turn right on Glenallan and follow
the signs to the Brookside Gardens Education Center.
Plant auctions and sales include species, evergreen, deciduous, and
native azaleas, all locally grown with many varieties not found at
nurseries; also companion plants, small trees, shrubs, and
perennials. For more information on sales contact Debbie White
(301-831-9164).
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