A special members-only series of free fern lectures are being conducted by the HFF and BPS through the spring.
Although these lectures are free, members must register for each event.
Watch your emails for more information and for registration details.
February 20, 2021 10:00am (PST), 6:00pm (GMT)
“Polystichum Cultivars” by Julian Reed BPS
Over the years hundreds of Polystichum selections have been made resulting in many extraordinary and beautiful plants. Julian Reed, Chair of the BPS Cultivar Group, will show a sampling of excellent and interesting forms that can be found in collector gardens around the British Isles.
March 20, 2021 10:00am (PST), 6:00pm (GMT)
“Ferns of the Siskiyou Mountains and N California” by Richie Steffen HFF
The wilds of SW Oregon’s Siskiyou Mountains and N California hold many interesting plants including several fern species. Richie Steffen, president of the HFF, will share accounts of his travels in this beautiful area and share thoughts of some of the choice ferns found in this region.
April 17, 2021 10:00am (PST), 6:00pm (GMT)
“Athyrium Cultivars” by Julian Reed BPS
Although the common lady fern is often treated like a garden weed, its cultivars invoke beauty and grace with a sublime delicacy found in few other ferns. Join Julian Reed, Chair of the BPS Cultivar Group, as he gives some insights on the diverse and abundant cultivars of Athyrium as well as shows us a number of excellent selections.