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The RHS is a charity, we need your support. Join today.
Explore the unique collections of the RHS Lindley Library and uncover the stories behind the world’s greatest flower show, from the first Chelsea flower show in 1913 to today’s Virtual Chelsea.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, royal patron of the RHS and longstanding visitor to Chelsea.
An illustrated history of the show from the collections of the RHS Lindley Library
The stories behind some of the key plants associated with the show
The events that have rocked the show in the past and how it responded
A look back at the Show’s most significant gardens
The RHS relies on our members so we can look after our Gardens, inspire children to have a passion for plants, train the next generation of gardeners and help solve the environmental problems of our planet.
The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.
