AHS Winter Meeting

Name: AHS Winter Meeting
Start: 2026-02-23T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-23T21:00:00-05:00
Location: McElreath Hall

Schedule

Mon Feb 23 2026 at 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

McElreath Hall | Atlanta, GA

“Underutilized Species and Selections of Hydrangea, or Hey Mac, Get Your aspera, heteromalla Out of Here Before You Get hirta!”
Join us for an entertaining and educational evening with Mark Weathington, Director of the JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University. Mark brings a dynamic blend of humor and horticultural insight to his talk on underutilized species and cultivars of Hydrangea, highlighting overlooked selections that deserve a place in today’s landscapes.
Known for his passionate mission to connect plants with people, Mark’s global plant explorations, from China, Taiwan, and Japan to Mexico, New Zealand, and Uruguay, directly inform his efforts to diversify the American garden.
A respected voice in horticulture, Mark contributes to Fine Gardening, Horticulture, and other national publications. He is also the author of "Gardening in the South: The Complete Homeowner’s Guide".
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a plant enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this unique presentation full of practical insights and plant introductions—with a side of botanical wordplay!
Come early to get a good seat and a plant raffle ticket or two!