Over five glorious days in late May, London erupts in a riot of colour and fragrance as the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show opens its doors to the world’s gardening elite, members of the Royal Family and the Great British flower-loving public. Since its inauguration in 1912, this iconic event has been housed in the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. This year, as always, the show gardens are expected to draw gasps of delight from visitors for their artful displays and ability to transform urban spaces into wildlife-friendly havens. Wherever you turn at Chelsea, each garden has a unique story to tell.

Chelsea Flower Show 20 – 24 May, Royal Hospital, Chelsea, London SW3 4SL