The Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show, is one of the most highly anticipated events in any garden enthusiast’s calendar. The five-day event, which this year is taking place from 20th – 24th May 2025, is an unmissable opportunity to see some of the most beautifully planned gardens from the most exciting players in the industry.
Alongside the many show gardens, there are a series of smaller garden displays which are grouped into three categories: ‘All About Plants’, ‘Sanctuary Gardens’ and ‘Balcony and Container Gardens’.
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Last year’s show had the first children’s garden designed by children. In 2025, we turn to pets. Monty Don has designed his first Chelsea garden, and it’s dedicated to dogs. The RHS and BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden features a lawn with a ball motif. There will be an area focusing on raising awareness of certain plants that are toxic to dogs.
Clare Matterson, the director general of the RHS, said: “Over 2025, we really want to celebrate how we’re here for all gardeners – dog lovers, families, keen cooks, houseplant fanatics, everyone – and this garden is a great example of how individuals can all bring to life their passions in their outside spaces.”
There are also plenty of gardens with futuristic elements. Tom Massey & Je Ahn have created ‘The Avanade ‘Intelligent’ Garden’ which is the first Show Garden to use AI technology. The technology monitors factors like soil moisture, pH, temperature, air quality, wind, and rainfall helping gardeners be more efficient and climate-friendly. The Killick & Co Futureproof Garden also brings cutting-edge green tech, most notably in its 3D printed walls and approach to water management.
Here is everything you need to know about the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025:
Chelsea Flower Show dates
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is open from 20th – 24th May 2025, Tuesday to Saturday (8am-8pm Tuesday to Thursday, 8am-10pm on Friday, and 8am-5.30pm on Saturday).
Tuesday & Wednesday are the RHS Members’ Days, but from Thursday onwards it is open to all ticket holders.
Where is the Chelsea Flower Show?
The show takes place in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, an Old Soldiers’ retirement home and nursing home for some 300 veterans of the British Army. It’s a 66-acre site located on Royal Hospital Road in Chelsea. The entrance to the show is located on Royal Hospital Road, and the address of the Chelsea Flower Show is: London Gate, Royal Hospital Road, Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London SW3 4SR.
