Davies Alpine House — Attraction in London

The world of extreme survivors! The Davies Alpine House was opened in 2006, the third version since 1887. This greenhouse is not large, only 16 meters long and 10 meters high, but it is ultra-modern. Good ventilation, special glass that allows 90% of the ultraviolet light to pass through and a temperature that does not exceed 20° C, all measures that make alpine plants (plants that grow in the polar regions or above the tree line, and therefore the best survivors of the plant world) have to protect. The Davies Alpine House is small, but certainly no less...

If you are familiar with the big glasshouses at Kew, well the Davies Alpine House couldn't be more different. It is room-sized, strikingly modern in style and, rather than the steamy heat of the Palm House, it is designed to encourage a cool air flow - no fogged-up lenses here! The plants are presented beautifully and much of the display is constantly changing (many of the alpines are grown in pots), so there's always something lovely in flower.

It is easily wheelchair-accessible and...

The Alpine House is in a beautiful, modern, glass building but it is still in keeping with the aesthetic of Kew Gardens. If you are interested in alpine plants then it is a must-see while you're at Kew Gardens. If you are not familiar with alpine plants, then make sure you stop by too - and be prepared for delicate, vibrant and truly stunning plants which you will want to start growing in...