The Cape Horticultural Society encourages experienced and amateur gardeners to meet like-minded people who want to share knowledge, and to promote biodiversity, where plants flourish and the balance of nature exists.

Have a passion for plants, enjoy gardening? Join the Cape Horticultural Society (CHS) and connect with a group of enthusiastic members who share the same love.

What does joining get you?

 
We have some amazing membership benefits and activities throughout the year.
 
🌱 You will have access to our monthly meeting in Newlands where we cover a wide range of horticultural subjects as well as finding bargains at the plant sale table while enjoying a cup of tea. At these meetings, we always have interesting talks by guest speakers. You will also have access to a library filled with plant knowledge.
🌱 Receive our monthly newsletter, filled with gardening tips and the latest CHS news.
🌱 Get access to a programme filled with activities such as private garden visits, technical demonstrations, and more.
🌱 Join for our annual end of year party!
🌱 As well as be able to participate in Mediterranean Gardening International news and activities as we are affiliated with them.
🌱 Above all, the CHS offers an unparalleled opportunity to mix with real horticultural experts who will be able to inform, excite and inspire you on the increasingly important and environmentally complex subject of biodiversity gardening and care for our natural environment.
 
Fees for 2024:
Annual membership is only R230 for individuals, R115 with a student discount. We also offer a family membership for R350.
 
Sign up today to get access to the above and join a passionate community who’s waiting to welcome you:

What’s New?

Interesting plants brought to our monthly meetings by members. Read more to see what is growing right now in our local suburban gardens.

Monthly Meeting

Join us on the first Monday of every month, excluding December and January, for an exciting talk by an expert in various fields relating to horticulture.

Community Outreach

The Cape Horticultural Society has, over the years, supported many charities and deserving causes. Read more to learn about past beneficiaries.