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Iconic poppies climb in retreat from climate change

Prized by gardeners worldwide, several species of the iconically beautiful Meconopsis (Himalayan poppies) could soon be threatened in their native habitat as climate change pushes them to ever smaller mountain sanctuaries. Within 50 years they…

Conservation Genetics

Our conservation genetics research focuses on threatened and important plant species. We’re using a combination of genetic and ecological methods to help answering key ecological questions and informing conservation and management decisions. The…

Dr Mark Newman

I’m convinced of the urgent need to document life on Earth at a time of very rapid loss of species and habitats, in order to keep as many species as possible for future generations to enjoy. Fieldwork and careful morphological study of herbarium…

Herbarium

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's (RBGE) extensive Herbarium numbers approximately three million specimens, representing half to two thirds of the world’s flora. It is a leading botanical collection, with researchers from around the world…

Conservation

Large scale global change and direct human pressures on the natural environment are leading to extensive biodiversity loss and major societal impacts. There are pressing challenges in minimising extinction and promoting the maintenance and…

Training and Capacity Building

Sustainable management of the planet’s natural capital requires well-informed decision makers, effectively trained practitioners, and a wider public understanding of environmental challenges and solutions. To address this we deliver formal…

Library and Archives

As a result of Coronavirus outbreak the Library and Archives are currently closed to all visitors. The staff are working off-site and will be unable to respond to telephone enquiries but we can be contacted by email.

Travel Trade

Groups are welcome at all four of our Gardens with reduced entry prices, options for catering – including afternoon teas - and guided tours on offer. Details on opening times, group rates and further contact details can be found for each of the…

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