Botanic Garden Accreditation

The BGCI Botanic Garden Accreditation is designed to be as inclusive as possible while still setting a global standard for botanic gardens. The application process involves filling out a questionnaire and providing documented evidence of activities. The criteria measured will assess and value the fundamental components of a botanic garden, including:

Strategic direction and governance
Open to the public
Documented collections
Public education
Horticulture
Research capacity
Conservation activities
Sustainability and ethics
Specialist expertise
Network membership

Applications will be reviewed by BGCI. This accreditation is open to BGCI members and non-members. For BGCI members there is no charge. For non-members a charge of US$100 will be made to cover administrative costs.