RHS Members’ Seed Scheme

Running since 1905, the RHS Seed Scheme draws upon the charity’s diverse plant collections and wealth of expertise to offer RHS Members the exclusive opportunity to get seed harvested from RHS Gardens

About the Seed Scheme

The RHS Members’ Seed Scheme continues a long tradition of sharing garden‑grown inspiration with its members. Each year, seed is collected from across the RHS Gardens and prepared into selections that highlight the diversity, beauty and horticultural value of important RHS plant collections.

The scheme offers a simple way for members to discover new plants, support biodiversity and enjoy seed collected from the living collections. It’s an opportunity to bring a touch of RHS horticulture into your own space while taking part in a scheme shaped by more than a century of expertise.

“The seed for the scheme comes from the exceptional plant collections held by the RHS. They cater to all levels from beginners to more experienced gardeners.”
Heather Cooke, Team Leader, Seed and Wellbeing

Please note: The 2026 RHS Members’ Seed Scheme is now closed. Information about the 2027 scheme will be available later in the year, so please check back then.

RHS Seeds 2026

Discover how to get the best from your 2026 RHS seed collections:

The 2026 RHS Members’ Seed Scheme is now closed

RHS Members who collected or were sent seed collections between 5 January and 7 March 2026 can still access everything needed to sow and grow their chosen varieties.

The full seed list and germination guide offers detailed sowing instructions, timings, growing conditions and helpful tips to support successful germination at home.

See the full germination guide

RHS Seed team volunteers helping to pack seed orders

Frequently asked questions about the scheme

Find answers to the most common questions about the RHS Members’ Seed Scheme:

When open, the RHS Members’ Seed Scheme is available exclusively to RHS Members. RHS Membership provides access to this benefit, along with many other gardening-related resources and opportunities.

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Not always. The seeds are collected from open-pollinated plants, which means they may have been naturally cross-pollinated. As a result, the plants grown from them might not look exactly like the parent and could show mixed or unexpected traits.

Possibly. While every effort is made to highlight those seeds which are known to be toxic, it should be assumed that ALL seed could be potentially harmful or cause skin irritation.

No – the RHS Seed team works to exclude seeds from potentially invasive species.

Looking for specific seed advice?

Get advice on all the basics, from germinating seeds and collecting them at home to expert tips on seed care:

Get in touch

If you are looking to commercialise the genetic material, its products or resources derived from it, please get in touch with the RHS Seed team.

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