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Anthony “Tony” Evangelista passes November 2, 2023
We are saddened to tell you that Tony Evangelista passed away on November 2 at the James Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, surrounded by his loving family. There are times in life that one encounters individuals who radiate warmth and compassion, making it almost impossible not to be drawn to them. Tony was one of those individuals. He held a … See entire post.
Seedling Bench 2023 Results Posted
The 2023 Seeling Bench results are in. Access them from this page.… See entire post.
Results 2023 ADS National Show
A good time was had by all. See the results and pictures here.… See entire post.
New Bulletin Schedule
The ADS Board announces an adjustment in the Bulletin production schedule. Instead of the current January, June, and October Bulletins there will be April, August, and December Bulletins. See entire announcement.… See entire post.
2023 ADS Awards (to people) announced at National Show
The 2023 ADS Awards (to people) were announced at the National Show in Portland. Congratulations to all the winners! Well deserved, every one. … See entire post.
Eleanor Shantz Passes
Eleanor Shantz
June 10, 2023
Eleanor R. Shantz, of Eugene Oregon, died on June 10, 2023 at the age of 82 years. Eleanor was born in California and moved to Myrtle Point, Oregon when she was a young child. Eleanor and Wayne were married for 61 years where they created a legacy in the dahlia world. Eleanor was a … See entire post.
New Book
Congratulations to ADS members Kristine Albrecht and Brion Sprinsock on their new book DAHLIAS Seed to Bloom, The Dahlia Grower’s Companion (2023).
Available on Amazon, this 8 1/2 x 11 inch, 278 page, weighty paperback covers a wide variety of Dahlia topics. Its 14 chapters begin with “Soil” and continues through “Digging and Dividing the Tubers”. Along with all the … See entire post.
Dr. Edward John Johnson passes away 11/16/2022
Notice to all that knew Dr. Ed, dahlia doc and many more fond nick names:
It was with great sadness that we learned of his passing during the late days of Covid when keeping a distance was still in place and enforced.
Ed had a lengthy illness of Alzheimers disease and was unable to communicate verbally for the past several … See entire post.
Photo Contest Videos now available
We are pleased to present entry and winners videos of the 2022 ADS Photo Contest. Please see this index page for the links to the videos.… See entire post.