The Iris Society of Dallas (ISD)
is a nonprofit organization,
established in 1954 to promote the growing of quality irises in our area and
to foster communication and sharing of information among iris growers. The
sponsoring of an iris show each spring has been a major public event through
the years.
The Iris Society
of Dallas is affiliated with the American Iris Society (AIS) (see more
below).
Our location is in the Region 17 of the AIS. which includes iris societies
throughout the state of Texas. Link to Region 17 at
http://www.aisregion17.org/
The Society is one of the
largest groups of iris enthusiasts in Texas. It is know for its
promotion of the culture and improvement of the Iris genus, its support of
horticultural students, its encouragement of the education of the public in
iris culture, and the quality of its shows. Our closest other large
iris club is the Fort
Worth Iris Society. They have good information on their web
site.
Meetings
Visitors are always welcome
at our meetings. Meetings are usually held on the third Sunday of the month, except for
June, July, and August. Most meetings are at North Haven Gardens.
Sales
The Society generally
holds two public sales each year, one in mid summer and another in
September. The rhizomes offered for sale are increases from members'
gardens and are acclimated to our area. Many people prefer them over
rhizomes imported from other areas of the country. In addition to many
tall bearded irises, several other types of irises that are established in
our area will be available at our sales.
Members
Many ISD members also hold membership in
the American Iris Society and are active in both the regional and the
national affairs of the AIS. Several members are also accredited AIS
show and garden judges. Members receive the monthly
newsletter "Iris Talk."
ISD Membership Dues
Membership dues for the Iris Society of Dallas are $10 for one person, or $12.50 for a family.
To become a new member, please attend one of our events.
Other Events
In 2000, we hosted the American Iris Society
(AIS)
National Convention. We have sponsored local bus tours to tour gardens and hybridizers in the Dallas/ Fort Worth area
during peak blooming season.
In 2004, we hosted The Society for Louisiana Iris
(SLI)
National Convention. We have sponsored local bus tours to tour gardens and hybridizers in the Dallas/ Fort Worth area
during peak blooming season.
ISD Officers:
For the
year of May 2006 to May 2007.
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President: |
Annette Brown |
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First Vice President and Program Chair: |
Hooker Nichols |
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Second Vice President and Membership Chair: |
Bobbie Mason |
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Third Vice President and Show Chair: |
Bonnie Nichols |
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Secretary: |
Ann Rowley |
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Treasurer: |
Penny Lea Maxham |
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Parliamentarian: |
Lew Begley |
In March our President that time, Dell Perry, presented a delightful program on
Iris preparation for show judging. This is but one of many interesting
programs on gardening and growing Irises in Texas. And now she
is doing our monthly newsletters.
About the American Iris Society (AIS)
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The American Iris Society is a nonprofit
institution incorporated February 2, 1927, in the County of Philadelphia, State of
Pennsylvania. By the terms of the Charter, the Corporation has no stockholders and exists
for the sole purpose of promoting the culture and improvement of the Iris.
You can go to the American Iris Society Web Site to view all of their information.
http://www.irises.org/ |
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