American Horticultural Society Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
The American Horticultural Society (AHS) is a long-standing non-profit focused on gardening, founded in 1922 and headquartered at River Farm in Alexandria, Virginia. Its membership includes gardeners, plant enthusiasts, horticultural professionals, and various horticultural organizations, reflecting a broad community. Through educational programs, awards, and publications, AHS promotes gardening practices that support healthy communities and a livable planet. River Farm is a 25-acre site that was once part of George Washington's original farmland and serves as the organization’s headquarters. The society operates within the non-profit sector and supports horticultural education and outreach across North America. Recent developments in 2025 include launching the AHS Lifelong Learning Certificates, the Youth Sensory Gardening Manual, and a partnership with Burpee Seed Company to develop the Colonial Dooryard Herb Garden seed collection linked to River Farm.