Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh reopens palm houses after five-year restoration
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh reopens palm houses after five-year restoration

1 hour ago · Originally published 1 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Falling glass and ‘decapitated’ plants: the race to protect Edinburgh botanic garden’s plants
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has completed a £23.5m refurbishment of its historic palm houses, replacing thousands of glass panels to protect its collection from storm damage. Over 600 temperate plants have returned to the restored structure, ensuring the 356-year-old site can continue its horticultural work safely through the Scottish winter.
Source: The Guardian UK Midlothian
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