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   What is the state flower of Washington?

   • In 1959, the Legislature designated the native species, Rhododendron macrophyllum, as the official flower of the state of Washington. Washington is the nation's top apple-producing state, so it is appropriate that the apple was named a state symbol in 1989, the centennial year.

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   What was Washington state flower before suffrage?

   • Before suffrage, Washington women selected the coast rhododendron as the state flower in 1892. Six flowers were initially considered as an entry for a floral exhibit at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, but the rhododendron beat out the clover following a statewide election.

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   Why did Washington women choose rhododendron as state flower?

   • In 1892, before they had the right to vote, Washington women selected the coast rhododendron as the state flower. They wanted an official flower to enter in a floral exhibit at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago.

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   Which Rhododendron was a state flower?

   • Rhododendron, the state flower rhododendrons In 1892, before they had the right to vote, Washington women selected the coast rhododendron as the state flower. They wanted an official flower to enter in a floral exhibit at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago.

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   When did the Pacific rhododendron become a state flower?

   • The plant was selected among a group of six flowers through a statewide election to be entered in the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. However, it was not until 1959 that the state legislature declared the Pacific rhododendron as Washington's official flower.

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   What is Washington state symbol?

   • Washington's second symbol was western hemlock, selected as the state tree in 1947. Fourteen symbols were added between 1950 and 2000. Five symbols have been adopted in the 21st century. The newest symbol of Washington is state dinosaur, "Suciasaurus rex", which was declared in 2023.

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   Washington's first official symbol was its flag, adopted in 1923. While some symbols, including the state flower and state seal, were selected before then, they were not adopted by the Legislature until later. Washington's second symbol was western hemlock, selected as the state tree in 1947. Fourteen symbols were added between 1950 and 2000.

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   Washington officially designated the coast rhododendron (Rhododendron macrophyllum) as the state flower in 1959, though it was actually selected as the state flower in 1892 by the women of Washington for the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago.

5. myglobalflowers.com › washington-s-state-flowerWashington's State Flower: The Pacific Rhododendron

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   Oct 22, 2024 · Experience the unparalleled beauty and widespread presence of the Pacific Rhododendron, handpicked as the illustrious state flower of Washington. This exquisite blossom perfectly encapsulates the state's rich natural wonders and thriving ecosystem, making it a true symbol of Washington's abundant beauty.

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   In 1959, the Legislature designated the native species, Rhododendron macrophyllum, as the official flower of the state of Washington. Washington is the nation's top apple-producing state, so it is appropriate that the apple was named a state symbol in 1989, the centennial year.

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   Oct 24, 2018 · The official state flower of Washington is the Rhododendron macrophyllum, known as the Pacific rhododendron, California rosebay, California rhododendron, coast rhododendron, or big leaf rhododendron.

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   In 1892, before they had the right to vote, Washington women selected the coast rhododendron as the state flower. They wanted an official flower to enter in a floral exhibit at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago.

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    May 1, 2024 · An hour’s drive down from South Seattle area, this gorgeous garden boasts over 700 species of rhododendrons — one of the largest collections in the world. The area includes trails throughout the forest, which come alive with blooms around this time of year.