Membership Details
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The British Iris Society was founded in 1922 by iris enthusiasts whose interests were primarily to establish a forum for the exchange of views and knowledge of the genus. It was confined to neither academics nor "experts" , and over the years has attracted lovers of irises who wish to enjoy and share the delights and beauty of these flowers. Most people consider irises only as "flags" which flower for a very short period, but when they have explored the wide range that the genus embraces, and learned that irises can be seen in bloom for up to 8 months of the year in all shapes and sizes, a whole new world of treasures opens up for them. The British Iris Society offers the opportunity to join the Society to everyone who admires irises, wishes to know more about them, and share in the benefits that will enable them to further their interest.
Membership runs as the calendar year. New members pay a subscription of £14 (plus £1 each for family members including juniors under the age of 18 at the same address). Members who join between January and July 31 will receive the current Year Book as well as the edition published in December. New members joining the Society from August 1 onwards do not receive the current Year Book, however, their subscription covers the following year, and of course will receive the Year Book in December. Students who can provide evidence that they are on a recognized full-time horticultural course are eligible for full membership (for the duration of their course) at the reduced rate of £7. A saving of £2 on renewal subscriptions is offered to fully paid members who pay before the end of February - the cost is £12. From
Fully paid membership entitles you to:
THE IRIS YEAR BOOK, published each December, containing articles on specialist features of iris growing, reviews and summaries of the year’s highlights, and is illustrated in colour.
THE NEWSLETTER, published twice yearly to keep you up-to-date with forthcoming events and news items.
THE SEED DISTRIBUTION SCHEME, giving you the opportunity to obtain iris seeds which you can try for yourself.
THE PLANT SALES SCHEME, also giving you the chance to buy irises that may be difficult to find, and very often at advantageous prices.
THE REFERENCE LIBRARY, a loan library service of books on irises, including titles not readily available elsewhere.
THE PHOTOGRAPHIC LIBRARY, another loan service with over 5,000 slides that embraces specialist interest subjects, e.g. TBs, Species, Siberian, Japanese, Pacific Coast, etc..
MEMBERSHIP OF LOCAL AND SPECIALIST GROUPS, gives you the chance to join one of the Specialist or Local Groups who hold informative meetings and provides the opportunity to make new friends with fellow enthusiasts.
EXHIBIT IRISES, to take an active part at the BIS Shows. Newcomers are always welcomed and encouraged to join in these colourful events. There are special classes for juniors and newcomers.
EXPERTISE ON HAND, where you can seek advice from keen and experienced iris growers who are always pleased to offer help.
Membership Application
Join now! If you do not need student or family membership, you can simply use the paypal button below for either a one year or a three year subscription. There is no additional charge for overseas members.otherwise, please print off the application form , complete it, and send with the appropriate subscription to:
(All membership renewal enquiries should be addressed to
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