February 16, 2025, Sunday, at 1:00 PM
Delaware Valley Rhododendron Society Meeting, Uwchlan Meeting House, 3 N Village Ave, Exton, PA.
We continued our tradition of having our February meeting at the historic Uwchlan Quaker meeting house.
Annual Meeting At Uwchlan Meeting House:
Tara Spears: "Native Azaleas of North America"
 North America is home to many native Rhododendron section Pentanthera species, commonly referred to as native azaleas. They are primarily found in the eastern United States, but can range from Canada to California, too. This presentation explores the different species, their ranges, and popular selections.
Tara Spears is the Curatorial Assistant at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens and works closely with their Nationally Accredited Rhododendron Collections. She recently completed her Masters in Environmental Studies at the University of Pennsylvania where she conducted research with Rhododendron smokianum, a newly described species of Rhododendron in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Tara studied R. smokianum's population distribution and genetics. On completion of her degree, Tara thru-hiked the entire length of the Appalachian Trail, identifying Rhododendrons along the way.
Additionally, Tara is co-organizing the Azalea Society of America National Convention in 2025, co-organized the Early-Career Rhododendron Research Conference in 2024, and presented at the American Rhododendron Society and Azalea Society of America National Convention in 2023.
In her spare time, Tara enjoys life outdoors, especially with her dog, Stan.
Tara's presentation will be on her research on native azaleas. North America is home to many native Rhododendron sect. Pentanthera species, commonly referred to as native azaleas. They are primarily found in the eastern United States, but can range from Canada to California, too. This presentation will explore America's native azaleas.
Refreshments: You are invited to bring savory and sweet items.
The chapter will NOT be doing any cooking again this year. All food will be brought by volunteers. We will NOT be using any equipment in the kitchen other than Tea and Coffee pots. We will NOT warm up any item NOR use any of the ovens. Therefore dishes that are brought must NOT need to be warmed up. Food can be refrigerated though. Wine will be provided as will plates, napkins, cups, and utensils.
Directions to Uwchlan Meeting House, 5 N. Village Ave., Exton, PA
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From the Exton Mall at Rt. 100 and Lincoln Highway (Bus. US 30): Go north on Rt. 100 for 2.9 miles, turn left on Rt. 113, Uwchlan Ave. and go 0.4 miles, turn right onto Eagleview Blvd. (at 2nd light from Rte. 100), make a right and then another right at Dowlin Forge Rd. (2nd light from Rte. 113), and come in to the Meeting House.
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From the Pennsylvania Turnpike: Take Exit 312 at Rt. 100: Go south on Rt. 100 for 1 mile, turn right onto Rt. 113, Uwchlan Ave. and go for 0.4 miles, then turn right onto Eagleview Blvd. (2nd light from Rte. 100), make a right and then another right at Dowlin Forge Rd. (the 2nd light from Rte. 113), and come in to the Meeting House.
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