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1 Flowing path framed by trees, shrubs and meadow planting in Sarah Eberle’s RHS CFS garden.

Finding beauty at the edge | RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year

This year's RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year turns its attention to a landscape most of us pass without a second thought. The Campaign to Protect Rural England Garden: 'On the Edge' was designed by Sarah Eberle.

Under Southern Skies showcases New Zealand ferns, structural planting and Dawn Conn Sculpture's in UK garden designed by Siobhan Keating.

Events, Gardens

Under Southern Skies | A southern sanctuary at Chelsea

The Under Southern Skies garden, a sanctuary shaped by the spirit of the Aotearoa New Zealand bush, brought together Siobhan Keating’s experience of designing gardens in both England and New Zealand, with the artistic vision of sculptor Dawn Conn.

Expansive formal garden with fountains, hedges and countryside views at The Newt in Somerset

Events

We spent two days at The Newt in Somerset | The Great Garden Show

After two days exploring the gardens and exhibitions, and hearing from growers and makers at 'The Great Garden Show' at The Newt in Somerset, Holly, our UK-based content coordinator, shares her highlights from the event.

Gardens

Caisson Gardens | Where canal lines shape a landscape

Located in Bath, United Kingdom, Caisson Gardens has been lovingly restored and nurtured by Phil and Amanda Honey, whose vision has created a sustainable landscape rich in beauty and thriving wildlife.

Modern garden with square planters and sunlight filtering in

Gardens

Exploring the psychology of colour | Peace of Mind garden at Chelsea

The 'MS Amlin Peace of Mind Garden' delves into the psychology of colour and how it shapes our perception of the world around us.

Poolside view with ocean horizon and vibrant flowers

Gardens

A resilient coastal garden on a West Sussex pebble beach

Located on the edge of a UK pebble beach, this coastal garden transforms a newly built home into a place of calm and connection with its natural surroundings.

Curved stone garden path surrounded by wildflowers and shrubs – naturalistic design by MUSA Landscapes

Gardens

Capturing the spirit of the Scottish west coast | A seawilding garden at Chelsea

Seawilding, inspired by the dramatic landscape of Loch Craignish on Scotland’s west coast, was awarded Best All About Plants and received a Gold Medal at the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

The Gates Foundation's Garden of The Future at RHS Chelsea

Gardens

The Garden of the Future | Growing hope in a changing climate

Showcased at the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show — The Garden of the Future brings climate resilience to the forefront through an edible, educational planting scheme.

Stone path leading to a rustic Japanese tea pavilion surrounded by greenery

Gardens

Cha No Niwa | Kazuyuki Ishihara’s Japanese tea garden at Chelsea

Kazuyuki Ishihara's Cha No Niwa — a Japanese tea garden — was awarded RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year, People’s Choice Best Show Garden and a Gold Medal at the 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

The Glasshouse Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 - Designed by Jo Thompson

Gardens

From prison to possibility through horticulture | Jo Thompson’s Glasshouse Garden at Chelsea

'The Glasshouse Garden' — a healing garden that empowers women in prison and celebrates second chances through horticulture.

Down's syndrome Scotland Garden - Burton Hall Garden Design - Julie Skelton

Gardens

Designed to challenge perceptions & celebrate difference | The Down’s Syndrome Scotland Garden at Chelsea

Awarded Peoples Choice Best Small Show Garden and a Silver Gilt medal winner — the Down’s Syndrome Scotland Garden offered an immersive, semi-wooded space aimed to celebrate the individuality and strength of people with Down’s syndrome.

The RHS and BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show this morning.

Gardens

A garden for dogs & those who love them | Monty Don’s Dog Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Much-loved broadcaster and esteemed gardener Monty Don stepped into the Show Garden spotlight, bringing his own design to 2025's RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival - Tone & Manner

Gardens

A garden for pollinators & first-time gardeners | Medal-winning garden: ‘Turfed Out’

A clear departure from the usual lawn-heavy layout of a garden, this design champions both biodiversity and resilience. With a focus on supporting pollinators and drought tolerance.

Gardens, Travel

Exploring secret gardens: The story behind the UK’s G&T Garden Tours

Jason Goodwin and Simon Tiffin turned their passion for horticulture into G&T Garden Tours, offering exclusive access to some of Dorset and Somerset’s most remarkable private gardens. [Discount inside!]

Gardens

Blurring boundaries | Japanese-inspired woodland garden

A Buckinghamshire garden where nature knows no boundaries: A lush haven where the garden seamlessly merges with its surrounding woodland, creating an enchanting, plant-filled escape.

Gardens

The London parking space that was converted to a contemporary courtyard garden

With each season comes subtle changes for this endearing London garden. This former parking space has been completely transformed by London-based landscape designer Alexandra Noble, with the final product being a one-of-a-kind small scale garden that has been tailored to the homeowner’s individual style.

Gardens

Perpetual blooms | A small London courtyard’s endless charm

This contemporary backyard, tucked away in the London borough of Chelsea, is home to plants that flower year-round, adding shades of blue, white and green to the otherwise sleek mono-chromatic scheme of the outdoor area.

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United Kingdom

Finding beauty at the edge | RHS Chelsea Garden of the Year

Under Southern Skies | A southern sanctuary at Chelsea

We spent two days at The Newt in Somerset | The Great Garden Show

Caisson Gardens | Where canal lines shape a landscape

Exploring the psychology of colour | Peace of Mind garden at Chelsea

A resilient coastal garden on a West Sussex pebble beach

Capturing the spirit of the Scottish west coast | A seawilding garden at Chelsea

The Garden of the Future | Growing hope in a changing climate

Cha No Niwa | Kazuyuki Ishihara’s Japanese tea garden at Chelsea

From prison to possibility through horticulture | Jo Thompson’s Glasshouse Garden at Chelsea

Designed to challenge perceptions & celebrate difference | The Down’s Syndrome Scotland Garden at Chelsea

A garden for dogs & those who love them | Monty Don’s Dog Garden at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

A garden for pollinators & first-time gardeners | Medal-winning garden: ‘Turfed Out’

Exploring secret gardens: The story behind the UK’s G&T Garden Tours

Blurring boundaries | Japanese-inspired woodland garden

The London parking space that was converted to a contemporary courtyard garden

Perpetual blooms | A small London courtyard’s endless charm

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