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.
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.
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.
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.
The new Knoxville Society hit the deck running. Read a report of their recent meeting.
With heavy hearts, The National Capital Dahlia Society and American Dahlia Society mark the passing of our close friend and long time member, Dr. Amoz Chernoff, who passed away at his home on March 25, eight days after celebrating his 100th birthday with his family.
Dr. Amoz Chernoff came from a highly educated family. His father, Rabbi Isaiah Chernichovsky, … See entire post.
If you like to use the OCG in the garden or at a show – check out the new Field OCG. It works exactly the same way as the original OCG but does not have the handbook picture, terms definition links, or instructions.… See entire post.
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Photograph by Jackie Fogerty
Special Mention Photographs/Photographers
(Click on photo to see name, photographer, and a larger image.)
See all the entries here.
The 2023 New Originations files are now available. Anyone may view and download the slideshow or view the video. Members may also download the video. More info.… See entire post.
