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AGS “Not Just Snowdrops” Day- Feb 7th 2026

February 7, 2026

Let’s Celebrate Winter This year we have widened the theme of our Winter Lecture Day in order to enjoy a broader celebration of winter. Lectures and Nurseries will feature a range of wonderful plants to brighten the darkest days. Of...

Upcoming Zoom Lecture

February 10, 2026

Galanthus Little Ben exhibited by Bob & Rannveig Wallis

South Wales- Feb 14th 2026

February 14, 2026

Display of Hepaticas by Ashwood Nurseries

Pershore Show and Plant Fair – Feb 21st 2026

February 21, 2026

Helonias thibetica exhibited by Diane Clement

Early Spring- Feb 28th 2026

February 28, 2026

Hepatica japonica Anstonian exhibited by Chris Lilley

Loughborough Spring- March 7th 2026

March 7, 2026

Dionysia esfandiarii exhibited by John Dixon

Kendal- March 14th 2026

March 14, 2026

Corydalis sewerzowii exhibited by Peter Hood

Hexham- March 28th 2026

March 28, 2026

AGS Tours 2026 in partnership with Vira Natura

May 7, 2026

The Alpine Garden Society (AGS) brings together a wide range of international members to improve understanding and knowledge of alpine and mountain plants. This includes staging National Shows, attending flower shows, publishing a quarterly Journal, selling books on alpine plants, and by organising talks and conferences.

What are Alpine Plants?

Interested? Join us today

An interest in alpine plants may seem niche, but these are plants that grow where other life struggles: at climatic limits where it is cold, there is high radiation, strong winds, and short growing seasons. They act as ecosystem engineers and soil stabilisers in these challenging environments, creating a haven for other flora and fauna in harsh regions.

Climate change indicators

They are also indicators for climate change because they are highly sensitive to temperature changes. So, conservation is an important topic for the Society and its members, and, as a registered charity, we fund cultivation and conservation projects across the UK and abroad. We also encourage the development of knowledge and skills in the alpine field by funding the AGS Trainee Scheme.

Thymus cilicicus

Cyclamen hederifolium

Cypripedium Sabine White

Sempervivum erythraeum

Asplenium trichomanes

Gentiana acaulis

Narcissus asturiensis x alpestris

Dionysia ‘Mike Bramley’

Galanthus ‘David Shackleton’

Raoulia bryoides

What we offer at the Alpine Garden Society

Join our community and take part in a local group to one of our shows.

Local Groups

Our local groups meet regularly and bring together our enthusiastic members for talks, shows and conversation.

Discover our local groups

The Alpine Gardener

The Alpine Gardener is the official journal for the society. Each edition contains in-depth articles, show reports, and society news in full colour, in print or online.

Preview the latest editions

Talks

The society offers online talks during the year from a wide variety of speakers, free to members.

Browse our calendar

Discounts

Members receive a 20% Discount on books and merchandise, and free tickets for online talks.

Seed Exchange

For a small admin charge members choose from thousands of seed varieties and genera.

Read about the scheme

Photo Competition

Members may take part in photographic competition producing some amazing photographs of landscapes, plants and other scenes.

Recent shows

We have shows all around the country and welcome members and visitors to see wonderful plants.

AGS Harlow Carr Autumn Show 2025

Hexham Autumn Joint Show 2025 Report

What our members say

Our members love plants and we aim to please them.

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Thanks for your help with this and well done for all that you are doing for the Society. It's about 40 years since I joined and I have thoroughly enjoyed every part of it, particularly giving talks to AGS local groups.

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David C, England

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Thanks for your help with this and well done for all that you are doing for the Society. It's about 40 years since I joined and I have thoroughly enjoyed every part of it, particularly giving talks to AGS local groups.

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B Smith, Sussex

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Thanks for your help with this and well done for all that you are doing for the Society. It's about 40 years since I joined and I have thoroughly enjoyed every part of it, particularly giving talks to AGS local groups.

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T Jones, London

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Colourful alpine wildflower meadow with snow-capped mountains and green hills in the background, perfect for alpine garden displays and mountain flora enthusiasts.

Latest news

News, plant articles, garden diaries, show results and more.

AGS Shows 2026

January 6, 2026

AGS Photographic Competition 2025

December 1, 2025

Speakers List

November 28, 2025

AGS Grants 2026 Now Open

November 23, 2025

The Alpine Gardener – September 2025

November 18, 2025

Catching up with former AGS trainee Josh Tranter

November 17, 2025

It’s always a good time to visit the rock garden, we can all agree on that, whether you come from the East or West

November 11, 2025

The signals that summer is retreating were plain to see unless you deliberately turned a blind eye to it

November 11, 2025

My squibbling may not be wondercrump but you don’t need a golden ticket to visit the rock garden, everyone can go

November 7, 2025

AGS Award Winners 2025

November 1, 2025

Large rocks at Wisley but no cliffs. You don’t have to move it, you can pause at your leisure, fast forward or rewind as often as you wish, when enjoying the views today

September 25, 2025

You didn’t need to search for long to find something sweet, like honey, in the rock garden today

September 7, 2025

AGS Awards Nominations 2025

August 20, 2025

AGM and Weekend Conference – 22nd to 23rd November 2025

July 13, 2025

AGS Member Linda Eggins receives Chris Brickell award

July 4, 2025

Jon’s Show Report June 2025

June 16, 2025

The Alpine Gardener – March 2025

June 16, 2025

RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

June 7, 2025

Shows handbook 2025

January 20, 2025

AGS Garden opens again for National Garden Scheme in 2025

January 14, 2025

AGM – 9 November 2024

October 10, 2024

AGS Zoom Lectures

September 25, 2024

Study tour and winter jobs

January 14, 2022

AGS / SRGC Kendal Show 2020 Report

March 30, 2020

Join an international community of Alpine Plant enthusiasts

As a member of the Alpine Garden Society, you are part of a community dedicated to the cultivation and appreciation of alpine plants. Engaging with fellow enthusiasts allows you to share knowledge, experiences, and tips, enriching your love for these unique and resilient plants.

Being an enthusiast for alpine plants enables you to fully immerse yourself in the beauty and diversity of these plants, from delicate alpine flowers to hardy mountain shrubs. The excitement of successfully propagating and nurturing these plants, along with the pleasure of watching them thrive in your garden, continually fuels your passion for being a part of the Alpine Garden Society.

Something for everyone

For any age or location we cater for you. Check out beginners guides to get started.

Violet primula flowers with variegated green leaves in a terracotta pot.

Conservation projects

We are committed to the conservation of alpine plants and their natural habitats.

Alpine Gardening for Beginners

We are committed to the conservation of alpine plants and their natural habitats.

Discover local groups

We've got groups all over the country - if you want our help to start a group where you are, just get in touch.

Find a local group

Discover the Alpine Gardener

Our high quality magazine can be delivered to your door step, or viewed online. Check out the recent editions here.