Rhododendron Species Foundation and Botanical Garden, Rhododendron conservation center in Federal Way, Washington, US
The garden maintains over 10,000 rhododendron plants spread across 24 acres of woodland setting among native conifers of the Pacific Northwest.
The Foundation was established in 1964 when Dr. Milton Walker initiated importing rhododendron cuttings after visiting British gardens and nurseries.
The garden serves as an educational hub where botanists and researchers study plant conservation methods and document new rhododendron species.
The 5,000-square-foot Rutherford Conservatory displays tropical rhododendrons, while the Garden Gift Shop and Nursery operate six days per week.
The collection includes 850 of the 1,100 known rhododendron species worldwide, making it one of the largest assemblages of these plants.
Location: Washington
Inception: 1964
GPS coordinates: 47.30030,-122.31400
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:54
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