Membership
Membership
Membership
Enjoy, Learn, Share and Discover, the multiples benefits of our membership
Enjoy
The Maple Society of Europe is a comprehensive community that unites gardening aficionados at every stage of their journey—from the novice with a couple of ornamental maples in pots, to dedicated enthusiasts, collectors of Japanese maples, and skilled bonsai artists, all the way to stewards of expansive display gardens and arboretums, alongside members of the scientific community.
Regardless of whether you are just beginning to explore the fascinating world of the Acer genus or have nurtured a deep-rooted passion over the years, The Maple Society of Europe is designed to fuel your enthusiasm, inspire your landscaping endeavors, expand your knowledge, and celebrate your love for these majestic trees
Learn
More than 120 species of maple thrive in the wild across Europe, North America and Asia. presenting a diversity and breadth unmatched by any other tree genus. The myriads of sizes, forms, barks, foliage, flowers, and the spectacular array of autumn colors offer an astonishingly rich tapestry of natural beauty.
At the heart of The Maple Society of Europe’s mission lies our passion to elevate public awareness of these magnificent trees. We foster dialogue, drive educational initiatives, and disseminate knowledge through a comprehensive quarterly newsletter, engaging local garden tours, insightful online talks with guest speakers, regular society meetings, and an esteemed International Symposium.
Share
The Maple Society of Europe brings together a warm community of fellow maple enthusiasts who share a passion for trees, gardening, and all kind of things about Acer. We love to meet up, learn more, share what we know or have, and support others.
Membership is open to any individual, organization, professional grower or retailer, collector, enthusiast or researcher with an interest in the purposes of the Maple Society of Europe.
Newsletter.
Access to the Society’s newsletter, a high quality, full color, quarterly newsletter containing information on maples in cultivation and in the wild, to which members are welcome to contribute, articles of interest, news, views, problems. Articles include: the latest on the Society activities, news on the latest cultivar introductions, scientific discoveries about species, conservation news, and much more—along with access to over 30 years of newsletters in our archive. You can also submit articles to our newsletter.
An opportunity to participate in the Society’s vaunted Seed Exchange Program, which lets you grow difficult to find Japanese Maples and other maple seeds
Regular Events
Becoming a member of the European Maple Society opens the door to a wealth of enriching experiences. Enjoy regular events that include insightful meetings and hands-on workshops, available both in-person and online, delivered by leading experts in multiple languages. This ensures that language is no barrier to deepening your knowledge and connecting with fellow enthusiasts.
A highlight of our calendar is the prestigious Tri-annual International Symposium, where you can engage with the global maple community, sharing and learning from the latest research and trends
Collaboration Tools
As a member of The Maple Society of Europe, you gain exclusive access to a wealth of resources, including comprehensive cultivar databases being meticulously curated by various Maple Societies around the world. These databases serve as invaluable tools for identifying and learning about different maple varieties.
Moreover, with The Maple Society of Europe, you have the unique opportunity to actively contribute to our collective knowledge by submitting photographs and videos of your own cherished maples. This not only helps in enriching our database but also allows you to share your personal horticultural achievements with a community that truly appreciates them.
Additionally, membership opens the door to engaging in our educational offerings. You can participate in online classes covering a range of maple-related topics, from cultivation techniques to the latest in maple research. Members also enjoy access to an archive of previously recorded events, ensuring you never miss out on the chance to expand your understanding or skills, even if you can’t attend live sessions
Be a part of our history
Become a Member
Membership in the Maple Society begins at the regional level, where the world comes together to talk maples and let us help you make your dreams come true.
Join The Maple Society of Europe
Are you passionate about trees and gardening?
Would you enjoy learning more about the remarkable maple, gaining access to a wealth of member benefits, all while getting to know others who share the same enthusiasm?
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