Highlands Plants Limited

Highlands Plants Limited is a Kenyan horticultural company specializing in growing and supplying a wide range of plants, herbs, ornamentals, and rooted cuttings. The company operates from its nursery in Ol’Kalou, Nyandarua County, at a high altitude that provides an ideal climate for healthy plant growth. Its products are designed to meet the needs of both local and international buyers.

The company cultivates over 175 varieties of perennial plants, bedding plants, grasses, and fresh herbs. It produces both unrooted and rooted cuttings, giving growers flexibility based on their needs. The plant selection reflects years of breeding experience and careful attention to quality and performance in different growing conditions.

Highlands Plants Limited manages a 26-hectare propagation nursery with a dedicated workforce. The high-altitude location, at 2,600 meters above sea level, provides cool nights and high solar radiation, which help plants develop strong growth and vibrant colors. The company applies hands-on management techniques to ensure consistent quality across its wide variety of plants.

For international markets, Highlands Plants uses its African Roots brand to supply plants to global buyers. This export arm helps place Kenyan-grown plants in European and other international markets, showcasing the country’s horticultural potential.

Highlands Plants Limited also contributes to rural employment and supports Kenya’s horticultural sector by offering high-quality propagation material. It continues to improve cultivation techniques and expand its plant assortment, ensuring growers worldwide can access healthy, well-bred plants suited to diverse climates and applications.