The Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society - The Caley

The Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society - The Caley The Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society (RCHS) was founded in 1809 and is the National Horticultural Society of Scotland

The Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society (RCHS) is Scotland's National Horticultural and Gardening society. Founded in Edinburgh in 1809, the society has gone through many changes in its long history, but has continued to flourish thanks to the dedication of its members. The current President is Colin Ainsworth, and recent past presidents include David Knott SHM, Pam Whittle CBE, and George Anderson MBE SHM. We have a permanent base at Saughton Park, Edinburgh, where we have a teaching gardens and demonstration garden. We use these spaces to hold workshops and short talks when we are able. Members of the public are very welcome to attend. You will find details of any activities on our website. Our website (www.thecaley.org.uk) is full of interesting and useful information so why not have a look?

18/08/2026

Come volunteer with us! 🌱

🌻 Join us every Monday & Friday, 10am–12pm at The Caley, Saughton Park.

🌸 Whether you’re green-fingered or completely new to gardening, there’s so much to learn, from growing and caring for plants to understanding seasonal planting, harvesting, soil, wildlife and sustainable gardening practices. 🌿

🌷 Most importantly, it’s a chance to get outdoors, meet new people, share skills and be part of something that’s growing every week.

Come along, get your hands dirty and grow with us! 💚

12/08/2026

🥕 SUCCESSFUL CARROT TRIAL 🥕

A little experiment in the garden! 🌱

We deliberately didn’t water our carrots to see how they would cope…and they’ve absolutely flourished!

We love little projects like this that start as a trial and end up with a positive result. Sometimes it’s best to let nature do its thing! 🥕🌿

🌱 GROWING FOR OUR COMMUNITY ! 🌱Every week, whatever we harvest and uproot from our gardens is passed on to the wonderful...
10/08/2026

🌱 GROWING FOR OUR COMMUNITY ! 🌱

Every week, whatever we harvest and uproot from our gardens is passed on to the wonderful team in the cafe to be used in their delicious meals or take home themselves! 🥕🥬🌿 Four Square Park Café

A huge thank you to our incredible volunteer team for all your hard work! 💚 We’re so lucky to have such a fantastic café right here in our gardens, making use of what we grow.

Come and take a look around, explore the gardens and grab yourself a coffee while you’re here! ☕🌱

🌿 LATE COLOUR IN THE GARDEN - SECOND DATE ADDED! 🍂Our first Late Colour in the Garden event has completely sold out and ...
10/08/2026

🌿 LATE COLOUR IN THE GARDEN - SECOND DATE ADDED! 🍂

Our first Late Colour in the Garden event has completely sold out and was recently featured in The Times as one of the 18 best garden courses to book this summer! 🌸

Due to popular demand, we’ve added a SECOND opportunity on 12th September, 10am -12pm! Woo! 🌻

Discover plants that can help extend your garden’s colour and interest well into autumn and winter, with plenty of inspiration and practical ideas to take home. 🌱🍁

📅 12th September | 10am–12pm
🎟️ Book now – places are limited! LINK IN BIO!



Select the link to book and save the date in your diary.

05/08/2026

📚 CALEY LIBRARY 🌿

Members Only 💚 Become a Caley Member and enjoy access to our wonderful gardening library! 🌷

Our library is packed with books on every gardening subject imaginable, whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience, there’s something for everyone! 🌸🌿

📖 Borrow books for up to 4 weeks, with the option to renew if needed.

🕙 Open:
• Monday & Friday mornings
• During all Caley Shows, including our Autumn September Show – so be sure to pop in while you’re visiting! 🌼

is the perfect place to sit back with your latest gardening book. ☕📚

04/08/2026

DEMONSTRATION GARDEN 🍃

Explore our beautiful Demonstration Garden, home to a wide variety of plants, herbs, fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Discover different planting styles, seasonal displays, and plenty of inspiration for your own garden. 🌿🍓🌸

Take a walk, enjoy the peaceful surroundings, and appreciate the beauty of nature at every turn. There’s always something new to see throughout the seasons. 🌼☀️💚

🌱 Harvesting & Storing Masterclass 🥕🍎A great harvest is only half the job – storing it properly means you can enjoy your...
30/07/2026

🌱 Harvesting & Storing Masterclass 🥕🍎

A great harvest is only half the job – storing it properly means you can enjoy your homegrown produce all autumn and winter! 🍂

Join us for a hands-on workshop at the Caley Demonstration Allotment where you’ll learn:
🥔 The best way to harvest your crops
📦 How to store produce for maximum freshness
🥫 Simple preserving tips and techniques

📅 Saturday 22nd August
🕙 10:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Caley Demonstration Allotment, Bridgend Allotments, Edinburgh (EH16 4TH)

🎟️ £25 Members | £30 Non-Members

Book your place via the link in our bio. We look forward to seeing you there! 🌿

Well worth a visit!
29/07/2026

Well worth a visit!

28/07/2026

🌹 A huge thank you to the Rotary Club for volunteering with us last week and helping with the deadheading of our beautiful roses. Your hard work is greatly appreciated, and it’s fantastic to see our community coming together to care for the gardens. 💚

Want to get involved? 🌳

Become a Caley member and join our volunteer sessions every Monday and Friday, 10:00am–12:00pm at Saughton Rose Gardens. 🌿

Afterwards, why not relax with a coffee at the café? ☕
We’d love to see you there!

Gardening Nature TogetherWeGrow

27/07/2026

🌿 The Greenhouse

The Caley provide a hub for learning, growth and community. Educational groups, volunteers and members come together here to develop gardening skills, nurture plants and share knowledge.

Become a member through our website and volunteer at the Caley 🌳

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