“Looking for Hardy Plants in the Mountains of Vietnam”

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Looking for an exciting and exotic night-on-the-town idea that is fascinating while also accessible? Travel with us to a land of varied climates, diverse topography, and rich vegetation while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and beverages including wine and beer as we welcome Bleddyn Wynn-Jones from Crûg Farm Plant to the JC Raulston Arboretum for a lecture night.

Bleddyn, a world-renowned plant explorer, horticulturist, and writer, will share his experience in traveling northern Vietnam and the country ‘s two tallest mountains. Here in this treacherous mountain terrain, Bleddyn and his wife Sue have uncovered many undiscovered and rarely seen plants. The uncharted forests of Vietnam, one of the last places where undiscovered plant and animal species can still be found, have drawn Bleddyn and Sue with their alluring magic for numerous expeditions over the past 25+ years. During this special lecture, Bleddyn and Sue will not only share the botanical treasures they have found, but also some of their day-to-day experiences and how they set up for collecting, as well as a glimpse of the area’s culture, including information on a few of the hill tribes they’ve come across in their travels.

Since Bleddyn’s last visit with us at the JCRA’s 35th anniversary symposium in September 2011, Sue and Bleddyn have traveled back to Vietnam on several expeditions. This lecture is an update as quite a bit has happened since then.

Our evening will open with a social hour and reception for Bleddyn and Sue, with hors d ‘oeuvres and drinks (beer and wine included) provided, before hearing the major updates to their studies. Join us for an unforgettable evening!

Cost: Early registration: $25.00 for members, $35.00 for nonmembers; late registration: $30.00 for members, $40.00 for nonmembers. Early registration ends on November 3, 2017, at 12:00 PM.

Registration: Advance registration is required. Please register online using our registration e-store. Registration is limited and is considered complete when payment is received.

Cancellation: Program cancellations can be made up to two weeks before the program’s start date. A 15% cancellation fee applies.