Join Our Chapter
Our Portland chapter is a wonderful community of plant enthusiasts, eager to connect with and support each other in their gardening journey. We meet in-person on the third Thursday of each month, September though May (more details can be found in the Events tab above).
When you join the Portland Chapter, you will receive a copy of The Pacific Coast Rhododendron Story, as well as a free rhododendron plant!
Other benefits include:
Free entrance to Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden (Portland, OR), Smith Garden (St. Paul, Oregon, and the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden (Federal Way, WA).
Access to conferences, garden tours, and flowers shows.
Quarterly Journal from the national chapter with valuable plant and society information.
Access to plant sales, auctions, and a national seed exchange program.
Access to extensive knowledge on rhododendron care, and more!
Are you a current ARS Portland member looking to renew your membership? Click the below button to renew your membership online through the ARS Office website or by mail.
Have you been a member of the ARS in the past, but your membership has lapsed? No problem — we would love to have your join us once again. Click the below button to rejoin the Portland Chapter of the ARS.
Are you a member of another ARS chapter, but would like to join our chapter as an Associate Member? Download the form below and follow submission instructions written at the bottom of the form.