Hicks Rhododendron & Azalea Garden
In September of 2023, Bill Hicks celebrated his 90th birthday in the garden with friends and family. Over 70 people came to witness Bill reach an incredible milestone while breaking the ground for his collection on his special day. He wanted to find a final home for his beloved collection and he knew the Highline Seatac Botanical Garden was perfect.
Our Collection
An ideal space was available adjoining the Seike Garden. James Hachiya and Glenn Seike embraced their new neighbor of rare azaelas and rhododendron.
Learn More
It took three weeks to deconstruct the Hicks’ original garden and move the entire collection to a protected area at the Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden. Visit mid-March through the end of May for peak bloom time.
Meet Bill Hicks and learn more about the couple’s Rhododendron and Azalea collection on Explore Seattle Southside’s Blog here.
More rhododendron resources can be found at the Rhododendron Species Botanical Garden, the American Rhododendron Society, and Chimacum Woods.
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COMPLIMENTARY Admission for all visitors.
HOURS: Highline SeaTac Botanical Garden is open from dawn to dusk every day, excluding federal holidays.
PETS: Dogs on a leash are permitted in the garden. Please refrain dogs from playing in the ponds, streams and fountains. Clean up after pets.
501 (c)3 EIN 31-1596850
GARDEN INFORMATION
Puget Sound’s Most
Treasured Gardens
LOCATION: 13735 24th Avenue S
SeaTac, WA 98168
MAILING: P.O. Box 69384
SeaTac, WA 98168-9384