JARS v64n3 - Gold Medal: Donald H. Voss

Gold Medal: Donald H. Voss

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For decades you have been a recognized authority on flower color, taxonomy and nomenclatural issues in the genus Rhododendron . Through your selfless volunteer efforts and willingness to share your specialized knowledge, you have benefited botanists and horticulturalists worldwide, which will have an impact for years to come.

You are a prolific author who has written for the ARS Journal and many other prestigious publications. Your meticulous attention to detail, keen intellect and analytical skills have been appreciated in many ways, as District Director, technical reviewer, curator of herbarium specimens and advisor for many plant registrations.

For these and many other lasting contributions you have made to the Society's goals, the American Rhododendron Society is pleased to present the Gold Medal to Donald H. Voss. Long Island, New York. May 16, 2010