Welcome to RHS Libraries

We hold the world’s finest collection of books and printed materials on gardening and outstanding collections of archives, photography and botanical art. Whether you are a beginner gardener or an expert, we have everything you need to read, learn and grow.

Danger and Desire: The seductive power of orchids
A new exhibition at RHS Wisley (8 Feb – 8 May) delves into the allure of the orchid
Digital Dig
Uncovering Britain’s lost plant nurseries
Our latest online exhibition
Explore 200 years of visiting RHS Gardens
Lindley Library Spring Events
Hear informative talks and take part in hands-on workshops
Top 10 gardening books for children
Get children into gardening with our pick of the best books to grow their curiosity
RHS Digital Collections
Explore our collections, spanning over 500 years of gardening history and science
Danger and Desire: The seductive power of orchids
A new exhibition at RHS Wisley (8 Feb – 8 May) delves into the allure of the orchid
Digital Dig
Uncovering Britain’s lost plant nurseries
Our latest online exhibition
Explore 200 years of visiting RHS Gardens
Lindley Library Spring Events
Hear informative talks and take part in hands-on workshops
Top 10 gardening books for children
Get children into gardening with our pick of the best books to grow their curiosity
RHS Digital Collections
Explore our collections, spanning over 500 years of gardening history and science
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Library Services

Services for students

Borrowing

E-books and audiobooks

Services for students

Borrowing

E-books and audiobooks

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Our Libraries and library services at the RHS gardens

Rosemoor

Lindley Library

Wisley Library

Rosemoor

Lindley Library

Wisley Library

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Explore our Digital Collections

Our unique collections span over 500 years of garden history, art and science. Discover some of the fascinating stories they tell here.

Digital Collections

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The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.