Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society

The Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society (RCHS) is the national horticultural society of Scotland, and was founded in 1809.[1] Members include both amateur and professional, generalists, specialists and those who simply like gardens and gardening. The aim of the society is to inspire, encourage and support the science, art and practice of all types of horticulture in Scotland and to advance education in gardening and horticulture for everyone. It was a founding part in the establishment of 'Gardening Scotland'.and in the formation of the 'Scottish Gardeners Forum', organisations with which it continues to maintain strong links.

  1. ^ Memoirs of the Caledonian Horticultural Society Neil & Company, London 1814, web reference retrieved 22 April 2011