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Rhododendron garden in Island park celebrates 50 years of blossoms

The Nanaimo Rhododendron Society is hosting a special event on May 3 at Hailey Rhododendron Grove in Island Park to celebrate its blossoms.
The event honors Ellen Hailey's 1975 donation of over 350 rhododendron plants after her husband Alfred's death, which led to the grove's establishment.
The Nanaimo chapter formed in 1992, adopted the grove in 1994, and volunteers now maintain the collection of hybrids, some aged 60 to 70 years, with blooms lasting from February to July.
Society secretary Margaret Cadwaladr noted rhododendrons "can live a long, long time," while Deborah Francis stated blooming is two weeks late due to a recent cold snap.
Members' expertise helps preserve the unique plants, and the event, along with yearly activities like the May 10 Truss Show and Plant Sale, encourages community engagement.

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