Noyo Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society

 John Druecker Memorial

Rhododendron  Show and Plant Sale

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In 2012 the 35th Annual John Druecker Memorial Rhododendron Show & Plant Sale will be held at The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens in Fort Bragg on May 5 th & 6th.  "Rhodies in Our Gardens" is this year's theme featuring plants growing in the Botanical Gardens and many favorites found locally. 

This is a juried show and one of the largest on the west coast with over 700 entries entered annually. The show includes flower trusses, plants, bonsai, photos and floral arrangements of rhododendrons. Everyone is welcomed to enter. 

Those wishing to enter should bring their entries to the Gardens on May 5^th between 7:00 and 9:30 AM. Chapter Members will assist in filling out entry forms at check in. Judging will take place immediately after and all winning entries will be rewarded with ribbons and trophies. Judges come from outside of the area. 

The show opens to the public at 1:30 Saturday closing at 5:00 PM. and continues 9 to 4 on Sunday. 

Local growers and members will be on hand at the Plant Sale from 9 to 5 Saturday and 9 to 4 Sunday to assist in answering questions and purchasing plants. There will be ongoing raffles, a silent auction, refreshments, educational displays and more throughout the show!

 Admission is free to this lovely event  

Join us at the  

35th Annual John Druecker Memorial Show and Plant Sale May 5th & 6th, 2012

For additional information please contact us.

 
Show Hall 2011

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For more local information please see useful links on our contact page

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2012 Judges select this link

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2012 Show Rules select this link