The gardener’s year: RHS flower shows 2010
The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK's leading gardening charity dedicated
to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening. Its charitable work includes
undertaking scientific research into issues affecting gardeners, holding plant trials
and educational events and activities. The shows it organises are a great source
of inspiration. Visiting one or more of the shows in 2010 will be well worth the
time you spend there.
FEBRUARY
16-17: RHS London Plant and Design Show (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253)
Kick-starting the flower show year with winter colour and early spring-flowered
plants. Featuring invaluable advice and inspiration for urban designers and garden
design.
MARCH
20-21: RHS London Orchid Show (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253)
A paradise for orchid lovers, with a wide range of stunning unusual and exotic orchids.
6-7 April: RHS London Greener Gardening Show (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253)
This wildlife themed show will inspire and advise visitors to make any garden wildlife
friendly with a festival of spring flowers and plants.
APRIL
16-18: RHS Flower Show Cardiff (To book tickets, call: 0870 247 1223)
Cardiff offers the best in spring plants and accessories for the start of the gardening
season. The RHS celebrate all things Welsh with many local exhibitors and produce.
A fantastic day out for all the family.
MAY
6-9: Malvern Spring Gardening Show (To book tickets, call: 01684 584 924)
Offering visitors innovative, inspirational and creative ideas for green spaces
of all sizes, and showcasing the forefront of fresh garden design talent.
25-29: RHS Chelsea Flower Show (To book tickets, call: 0870 247 1223)
The world’s most famous flower show is the platform for the very best in horticulture,
brought to you by the world’s leading garden designers. Expect to see the latest
gardening trends and the most sought after gardening products.
JUNE
16-20: BBC Gardeners’ World (To book tickets, call: 0870 040 0370)
Visitors to BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2010, held at the NEC, will be treated to
special guest garden talks from a variety of well-known names, beautiful gardens
and an impressive shopping experience to be had for all.
JULY
5-11: Hampton Court Palace Flower Show (To book tickets, call: 0870 247 1223)
Set against the spectacular backdrop of Hampton Court Palace, this lifestyle event
offers the perfect action-packed day out for all the family. The world’s largest
annual gardening event is at the forefront of environmental initiatives for the
home and the garden.
21-25: RHS Show Tatton Park (To book tickets, call: 0870 247 1223)
Set in the grounds of Tatton Park, this show is packed with inspiring designs for
gardeners alike and celebrates the best in quality craftsmanship and community gardening.
SEPTEMBER
10-12: Wisley Flower Show (Entry is free with garden entry)
The late-summer show-stopper feaures top quality nurseries selling tempting plants
for every kind of home garden, visitors will be spoilt for choice.
25-26: Malvern Autumn Show (To book tickets, call: 01684 584 924)
For food and gardening lovers alike, the Malvern Autumn Show offers something for
all. Enjoy a stunning mix of family fun, autumnal flowers and harvest produce.
OCTOBER
5-6: RHS London Autumn Harvest Show (To book tickets, call: 08456 121 253)
Visitors will have the opportunity to taste and buy seasonal plants and produce,
as well as enjoying the spectacular sights of the seasonal produce displays.