Captain Richard Steele was a founding member of our Atlantic Rhododendron and Horticultural Society as well as a mentor and a friend.  

Although he passed away March 14th 2010 his impact and influence on horticulture will remain with us forever.

There have been many words and stories honoring our friend. 

If you have memories, stories, or photos of Captain  Steele to share, please send them to atlanticrhodo@gmail.com

Here is a link to the tribute page for Captain Richard M. Steele 

In June 2010, amid the spring profusion of bloom and among many of his friends in the Atlantic Rhododendron and Horticulture Society, Bowater Mersey dedicated Pine Grove Park in Captain Steele's memory.

Here are  some photos of the event and some pictures of pine grove park.  Photos by B Pettipas unless otherwise noted 

We are working on compiling a list of Captain Richard Steele's rhododendron hybrids and selections. We can share this as a partial list until the final list is completed.

Here a link listing those plants