Friends of Glasgow Botanic Gardens

the Friends of Glasgow Botanic Gardens

  • New Planting in Kibble Palace

    The Gardens have recently replanted a section of the Kibble Palace with a large range of South African plant species including Proteas, Aloes and Pelargoniums. So come and see this exciting new development – the Kibble Palace is open from 10.00 – 16.15 daily.

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  • 10th Year for Bard in the Botanics

    Bard in the Botanics returns again to Glasgow Botanic Gardens with three of Shakespeare’s greatest works, The Tempest, Romeo & Juliet and As You Like It. The season kicks off with The Tempest on Wednesday 20th June, which is sure to have all hiding behind the nearest tree. For more information and to book tickets visit www.bardinthebotanics.co.uk.

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  • Rare Chilean plant flowering in the glasshouses

    Puya alpestris is a species of bromeliad native to the Chilean Andes. Unfortunately when it has finished flowering the plant will die. This is known as monocarpic, but don’t worry as there are plenty of other offsets to take over. This amazing plant can be seen in the Cacti and Succulent house in the main range of glasshouses at the Botanic Gardens. Another famous plant that can

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