First major exhibition at the Dulwich Picture Gallery devoted to the visionary artist, designer and author Eileen ‘Tirzah’ Garwood, known as the wife of Eric Ravilious. The exhibition includes more than 80 of Garwood’s works, and explore her ‘sophisticated naïve’ approach that infused apparently innocent subjects with deeper meanings.
The new Saatchi Gallery exhibition ‘Flowers‘ features large-scale installations, original artworks, photography, fashion, archival objects, and graphic design to explore the ongoing influence of flowers on creativity and human expression, spanning two floors and over nine major gallery spaces.
Rare opportunity to see John Morley’s paintings and pastels of flowers, fruits and plants – many have never been publicly displayed, in his first solo exhibition in over 30 years. Like his friend the late Cedric Morris, John Morley is part of the celebrated tradition of East Anglian painter-plantsman. His plant knowledge, combined with a mastery in conveying texture and play of light, renders his paintings unforgettable. The works will be available for purchase in support of the museum’s education and exhibition programmes.
Set in the grounds of Beaulieu in Hampshire, the Spring Fair will present nurseries with displays and plants for sale, a collection of borders and a range of gardening exhibitors. The BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine team will be on hand with spring gardening tips at their What To Do Now Stage.
A joint collaboration by gardening broadcaster Toby Buckland and Country Gardener magazine, the festival is held annually at Powderham Castle, home of the Earl and Countess of Devon.
New exhibition at the British Library, exploring the transformative, enriching and power of gardening in Britain and how it impacts people, communities and the environment.
Based at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern, Worcestershire, and framed by the picturesque Malvern Hills, RHS Malvern Spring Festival is the perfect opportunity to prepare for the upcoming gardening season.Enjoy a walk around the show gardens, gather inspiration from exhibitors and get hints and tips from a range of talks and demonstrations at this early season show.
First exhibition to examine the common thread weaving through all of Cecil Beaton’s work: gardens and flowers. Photographs, paintings, drawings, costume and set design will explore the role flowers played in developing his creative practice: from the lavish floral installations for his infamous parties, to painted and fresh flowers for fashion photography and royal portraits, to floral costumes in films such as My Fair Lady. Curated by Garden Museum Curator Emma House and designed by artist and designer Luke Edward Hall.
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is the most prestigious flower show in the world. As the highlight of the horticultural calendar, RHS Chelsea is the place to see cutting-edge garden design, breathtaking floral displays and innovative garden products, with some 168,000 visitors attending the show each year.
Set in the rolling hills of Bohinj in Slovenia, the festival takes place across various locations in Bohinj, displaying the splendour of spring in Bohinj with its diverse wildlife, a source of interest for botanical experts and enthusiasts from across the globe. The floral diversity of the region is unparalleled, and the annual festival celebrates the natural beauty of unique alpine flora.
National Children’s Gardening Week aims to inspire the next generation of gardeners by appealing to children’s natural curiosity, whilst the warm weather is a great time to see speedy results of seed sowing, planting and other gardening activities.
Ireland’s favourite festival of flowers, food and fun, Bord Bia Bloom takes place over five days on the June Bank Holiday weekend and takes place across 70 acres in the Phoenix Park. The show brings together garden designers, flower growers, landscapers, gardeners, garden-furniture makers, food fanatics and anyone who loves gardens.
Free to attend exhibition. In The Lost Trees, Nancy Cadogan explores the emotional and environmental significance of trees through the human stories and connections tied to these lost giants. Her paintings serve as memorials and tributes to the trees, whether from private gardens, parks, or hedgerows—each felled for different reasons. These works are uplifting testaments to the enduring legacy of trees and the vital role they play in our lives, and what they do for us.
The Royal Windsor Flower Show offers an exciting lineup of inspiring showcase gardens, fabulous plant nurseries, incredible speakers and the quintessentially British competitions marquee. Opened by our Honorary President Alan Titchmarsh. The show promises: Great British plant nurseries and specialist growers; talks, classes and demonstrations; competitions classes for all ages and abilities; curated artisan producers, craftspeople and food suppliers and inspiring exhibitions by leading garden designers.
London’s private, secret and little-known gardens across the city will be open for the duration of one weekend. Over 100 gardens will be opening their gates for the London Open Gardens weekend, providing access to secret squares and gardens for all whilst raising vital funds to help protect the ‘green lungs’ of London – the London Park & Gardens.
Taking place at the Birmingham NEC, BBC Gardener’s Word Live promises a celebration of horticultural wonders, innovative garden designs, and expert advice. The multi-day gardening related consumer show held each year is held alongside the BBC Good Food Show Summer.
Over 240 stands presented more than 150 companies products, across both halls at the 2023 event. The 2023 event shaped up to be a fantastic one, providing British companies the opportunity to showcase everything from seeds, bulbs, house plants and a wide range of garden plants to labelling and product information, growing media, display benching and machinery.
The second symposium at the Serge Hill Project, ‘A Safe Green Space: Nature and Play’ will focus on the transformative relationship between nature, gardens, creativity, wellbeing and play.
