Why You Should Join the AHS

Join our American Horticultural Society (AHS) community of gardeners. Membership in the AHS gives you access to a national family of gardeners along with the satisfaction that your dues help educate young gardeners, produce our flagship publication, The American Gardener, and so much more!

To learn more about membership in our President’s Council, the preeminent giving circle within AHS that rewards members with exclusive benefits, view the President’s Council Benefits.

As an AHS member, you’ll receive all the benefits outlined below:

The American Gardener, the Society’s award-winning print magazine, delivered six times a year, and 24/7 access to our entire Archive of digital editions on our Members-Only website

“Geared toward the environmentally caring gardener, it’s a must-read for serious gardenistas.” — Nancy Szerlag, The Detroit News

Free admission and other discounts at 360 public gardens and arboreta across North America via the AHS Reciprocal Admissions Program (RAP)

“RAP is invaluable to me; in the last few years I have visited 61 gardens across the country. Thank you AHS for maintaining this wonderful program.” –Terry H., Colorado

“This winter, I visited Fairchild Tropical Gardens in Coral Gables, Thomas Edison House and Gardens in Fort Myers, and Selby Gardens in Sarasota. I’ve visited each garden at least two times and thoroughly enjoyed myself. I entered each garden for free because of my AHS membership and saved at least $100 cumulatively on admissions! Thank you, AHS!” — Ellen M., Virginia

Access to 50 National Programs per year, including inspiring educational sessions, peer networking opportunities, community-building, and more!

Explore the world’s gardens with the AHS! Designed for garden enthusiasts who love to explore horticultural wonders around the world, AHS Travel Study offers exceptional programs that feature many exclusive experiences and unique insights.

Special 2-for-1 discount on tickets to select Marketplace Events-produced Home + Garden Shows held in cities across the nation. Members may login to their account homepage for a list of the participating shows and complementing discount member code. Read more about Marketplace Events and shows.

Save 30% on gardening books from Princeton University Press, including The Gardener’s Botanical and several books focused on pollinator gardening.

Save 20% on all seed packet orders from Renee’s Garden. Renee’s offers varieties with exceptional garden performance in all climate zones. This is a one-time use offer.

Discounted or free admission at select flower and garden shows where the AHS is presenting Environmental Awards