SHOWS
The Society holds an Annual Show which is an opportunity for growers to meet each other and discuss topics of general interest.
Unfortunately, the
THE 19th BSS ANNUAL ONE DAY SHOW
has had to be
CANCELLED.
Plans are being made to hold an online version of the BSS Show that all members can enter. Details will be in the next newsletter.
Best in Show 2019 was Wimberry Pie grown by Janet Price Lots more SHOW photos in the GALLERY.
MEMBERSHIP
If you choose to become a member, three Newsletters a year will be sent to you. These contain useful hints and tips on growing, articles for both the general and the specialist grower and a members' page with short articles and letters. A Seed Bank has been set up for both Hybrid and Species seed and these are available free to members.
See MEMBERSHIP to find out how to become a member of the Society.
WELCOME
If you have discovered the delights of growing streptocarpus, this site is the place for you. With the help of the British Streptocarpus Society, you can expand your collection and knowledge and join the many members who share your enthusiasm.
Explore this site to find out more.
ABOUT THE SOCIETY
The Society was formed in September 1999 especially for Streptocarpus (Cape Primrose) growers with small, medium or large collections. The current membership is just over 550. We welcome new members with a wide range of growing knowledge and experience. Members range from beginners with a few plants on their windowsills to expert growers with many years of experience. We are happy to help new members to increase their expertise and enjoyment of streptocarpus growing.
Founders: Frank Davies, Ken Jones
President: Lynne Dibley
BRITISH STREPTOCARPUS SOCIETY
Link to British Streptocarpus Society facebook page.
Remember to 'like' if you wish to.
NEWS FROM BSS FACEBOOK PAGE
Download, print and display this poster to advertise the British Streptocarpus Society.
BSS MEMBERS GROUP
ON FACEBOOK
In addition to viewing the
BSS Members on Facebook can join the 'British Streptocarpus Society Members' group
to share their photos, problems, successes, ideas and helpful tips. They can also use it to share seeds, cuttings and plants.
GREAT NEWS ... A DVD OF ALL OF FRANK'S VIDEOS
IS AVAILABLE TO BUY.
GO TO THE VIDEOS PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION
In 2019 Frank Davies received the Maurice Mason Award from the RHS Tender Ornamental Plant Committee to recognise and reward his significant personal achievement relating to plants. They felt that Frank's passion and dedication to promoting streptocarpus over so many years makes him the very deserving first recipient of this new award.
RHS AWARD FOR FRANK DAVIES
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Important Membership Notice
As you will all no doubt be aware coronavirus has impacted everything about our everyday lives. Despite their best efforts to maintain “business as usual” it has been apparent that the postal system in many areas has become sporadic. We can only thank the postal services for keeping a service going.
In light of this, and after a lot of thought, the Society has decided to review our membership status for the next 2 years.
We have decided to make membership FREE to all existing members for 2020.
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Those of you who have already renewed and paid for this year will receive FREE Membership for 2020 and automatically be paid up for 2021.
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Anyone who has not already renewed please just write or email Pauline Benton (do not send any payment) just so we know that you wish to continue your membership. This will make your next renewal due on March 31st 2021.
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Any new members who have joined this year will get 2 years for the price of one, i.e. 2020 for FREE and 2021 for your first subscription.
Many thanks for your understanding – Ian Davis (Chairman)