Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden

The Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, located between Seattle and Tacoma, is a 22-acre woodland garden that is home the largest collection of Rhododendron species in the world. Visitors will experience a diverse botanical collection in a forest of Douglas fir, western red cedar, hemlock and other native plants. The garden is also home to beautiful companion plants, including the famous Himalayan Blue Poppies, Camellias, Magnolias, Japanese maples, and many rare plants. Open year-round during visiting hours, our nursery sells many of the plants you’ll see in the garden. As a living museum, the RSBG conserves and shares its international collection with both the scientific community and the general public. Known worldwide for the garden’s contributions to scholarship and research, the RSBG’s educational and scientific offerings include the annual Rhododendron Species Symposium, seed and pollen distribution, and a twice yearly catalog with a huge selection of rare and beautiful plants offered for purchase. Education is a cornerstone of our mission – we offer workshops, tours, classes, and public events that promote an understanding of and appreciation for biodiversity and conservation. The garden is both a global resource and a place to relax and enjoy nature’s beauty.