About Us

The Kenya Horticultural Society is Kenya’s leading organization / charity for the promotion of gardening, safe and environmentally friendly horticultural practices and the celebration of plants and green spaces.

Our Story

Who We Are

The Kenya Horticultural Society was established in 1923 and we will celebrate our centenary in the year 2023. Like our members today, the founders shared an interest in flowers, plant, trees and gardens. Today our range of interests are broader, reflecting the concerns and needs of the modern world. Members are also passionate about biodiversity, the preservation of public parks and forests, permaculture and the environment.

Together we make up an active and vibrant society for anyone with a passion or plants – be they a professional, a keen amateur or a total beginner.

The Kenya Horticultural Society operates countrywide with ten District offices, coordinated with and governed by a National Council. Each District has its own committee and is responsible for its annual programme of events that best represent the interests, needs and concerns of the district.

COUNCIL MEMBERS

The KHS is run by a Council elected at an AGM.
The Councillors for 2024/2025

Grow Knowledge

The Kenya Horticultural Society publishes a growing range of books and booklets targeted at the Kenyan gardener. We are also about to launch our pilot education programme ‘Kids Grow Kenya’

The KHS Council also runs popular tours of areas of great horticultural interest around Kenya. These tours are currently for members but we are looking at offering them to members of Horticultural Societies around the world to allow them to discover the richness of Kenya’s natural heritage.

Grow Access

The Kenya Horticultural Society is funded entirely by members and run by volunteers and just one staff member. To help us in our mission please consider a making a donation, gift or leaving a legacy bequest.

Become a Member

Becoming a member of the KHS means becoming part of a vibrant community across Kenya of plant lovers. Meet like minded individuals, deepen your horticultural knowledge and help give back to the community through projects

What We Do

Each District holds an annual calendar of events on behalf of its members. These events include;

Visits to Garden

Talks & Presentations

Plant Sales

Flower Shows

Gardening courses & Workshops

Training for Gardeners

Districts

The KHS is comprised of 10 districts. Each district organizes a number of different activities throughout the year for its members. You’ll find more information about districts just click to find out.