Alpine plants grow above the treeline on a mountain or hillside. There comes a point where conditions are not favourable for trees to grow due to exposure or altitude. Alpine plants have adapted to thrive in these conditions by growing as tightknit cushions which hug the rocks or by growing in sheltered crevices. In the wild, many Alpine plants are provided with a blanket of snow that protects them while in their winter `slumber`. This is recreated in the Alpine Houses by keeping them cool and well-ventilated.

You will also see some of The Gardens award-winning National Cyclamen collection here.