Presenter

Geir Moen

Geir Moen, lives in the countryside northeast of Oslo, Norway. His passion for plants began in
childhood, guided by his grandmother’s early lessons in gardening. Over the years, he has cultivated a
wide range of plants, with a primary focus on alpine species for the past 30 years. Although he initially
wanted to grow every plant he encountered, he now finds great enjoyment in studying plants in their
natural habitats.
He founded Plants Above Treeline, an initiative dedicated to conservation and propagation of alpine
plants, and knowledge-sharing. He aims to contribute to a sustainable future for rock gardening by
producing seeds of wild plants in a controlled environment, while also exploring their unique traits,
propagation techniques, and responsible methods for conserving these vulnerable species.
He’s also led plant exploration trips to regions such as the Carpathians, Maritime Alps, and the Tien
Shan mountains in Kyrgyzstan. His travels have taken him to Patagonia as well, deepening his
commitment to understanding and preserving diverse plant ecosystems.