RHS Chelsea Flower Show(2006–)

Episode 1

Alan Titchmarsh presents an exclusive preview of the 86th RHS Chelsea Flower Show, from the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Episode 2

As the gardens and floral exhibits from around the globe are unveiled, Nicki Chapman presents live coverage from the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea.

Episode 3

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift present coverage of day one of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Exhibitors from around the globe unveil their inspirational gardens and exquisite plants.

Episode 4

Coverage of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show continues. As the judges mull over who will take the top honours, Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift present an in-depth look at this year's medal contenders.

Episode 5

Nicki Chapman, Andy Sturgeon and Chris Collins will be out early to capture the excitement and heartache as the judges award the coveted medals.

Episode 6

After months of hard work in pursuit of horticultural perfection, the designers and exhibitors face the judges' critical eye. Alan Titchmarsh and the team are on hand to capture the excitement and disappointment as the all important medals are announced.

Episode 7

On a day devoted entirely to beautiful flowers, Nicki Chapman, Andy Sturgeon and Chris Collins present coverage from Chelsea's Great Pavilion, where more than 100 exhibitors are showcasing breathtaking collections of plants from all over the world.

Episode 8

The jewel in Chelsea's crown is the Great Pavilion, home to thousands of the world's finest blooms. Alan Titchmarsh meets the exhibitors and revels in their passion for flowers.

Episode 9

Further coverage of the 86th RHS Chelsea Flower Show from the grounds of the Royal Hospital in London. Alan Titchmarsh and the team continue their tour of Chelsea's floral wonderland, the Great Pavilion, and discover which plants are making headlines at this year's show.

Episode 10

Looking for all that's hip in horticulture, Nicki Chapman, Andy Sturgeon and Chris Collins continue live coverage from the world's most famous flower show.

Episode 11

Will vegetables soon be replacing flowers in Britain's gardens? Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift examine this and other trends emerging from this year's flower show.

Episode 12

Nicki Chapman, Andy Sturgeon and Chris Collins present coverage from the world's most prestigious gardening event. It's the penultimate day, so designers and exhibitors offer advice on trends and inspirations to take away from this year's show.

Episode 13

For the last five days, the grounds of the Royal Hospital in London have been alive with the sights and smells of the world's finest floral specimens. It's another night in plant paradise as Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift present further coverage from the world's greatest flower show.

Episode 14

A chance to ask Alan Titchmarsh and the team anything about the world's ultimate flower show. Leading designers and plant experts share their top tips and trade secrets.

Episode 1

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift take an exclusive peek around the Royal Horticultural Society's centennial Chelsea Flower Show before the gates open officially. Carol Klein shares her memories of exhibiting at the event and takes a look around the Great Pavilion. Nicki Chapman walks through the Generation Gardens to see how the country's front gardens have changed over the decades, while designer Chris Beardshaw explains how he gained inspiration from his experience of living with arthritis. And Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen explains why gnomes have been granted access for this year's show.

Episode 2

Presenters Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon host the first lunchtime visit to the Royal Horticultural Society's centenary Chelsea Flower Show. The presenters trace the show's rise from humble beginnings to the flamboyant floral extravaganza it is today. There's a look at some of the big showcase gardens and a chance to learn how to create the popular Japanese floral art of Ikebana.

Episode 3

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift mark the contribution local parks and gardens have made to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show over the years with a look at some of this year's most stunning floral displays. Rachel de Thame meets the designer who has sewn, rather than grown, part of her garden.

Episode 4

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe swift launch a week of celebrations as the RHS Chelsea Flower Show reaches its 100-year anniversary. On the day when the royal family visit the show, there's a look at a very special show garden commissioned by HRH Prince Harry. We meet the orchid growers who have exhibited at Chelsea every year since 1913 and catch up with the South African exhibitors mirroring the style of one of the show's earliest stands.

Episode 5

It's medals day at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show. Nicki Chapman is up at dawn to discover who's won what as the medals are handed out in this special centenary year. Andy Sturgeon and Carol Klein take a closer look at the gold medal-winning gardens and exhibits in the Great Pavilion, while Rachel De Thame meets Chelsea's Young Florist of the Year.

Episode 6

It's medals day at Chelsea Flower Show. Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift will be revealing the gold medal show garden designs and talking to the designer who has won the prestigious Best in Show award in this special centennial year. Carol Klein finds out what it takes to be named the best of the best in the Great Pavilion.

Episode 7

Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon look at how Chelsea's mission to educate through entertainment has changed over the years. Chris Beardshaw catches up with some of the scientific exhibits which have been at the show since the early days. There's also a visit to the show garden using dead trees to convey its stark environmental message.

Episode 8

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift look back at the environmental history of Chelsea as the show celebrates its 100th anniversary. Designer Christopher Bradley Hole returns to Chelsea after an eight-year break with a show garden inspired by the beauty of the English landscape. Joe shows us how to get the best from Chelsea's ornamental grasses, and actress Judy Parfitt takes a break from BBC Drama Call the Midwife to share her gardening passions.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon take a look at the cutting-edge designs making waves at the Chelsea Flower Show this year. While Carol Klein seeks out blooms with a longer flowering season, Chris Beardshaw looks at wall art in the garden and there's even a bonsai masterclass.

Episode 10

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift find out what controversial designer Diarmuid Gavin makes of Chelsea's centenary show. Carol Klein looks at the extraordinary ways that plants pollinate themselves. We meet pioneering plantsman Adrian Bloom who introduced the heuchera back in 1983, and Chris Beardshaw finds the ultimate outdoor rooms.

Episode 11

Exhibitors past and present share their Chelsea memories with presenters Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon. Members of the Barbados Horticultural Society, celebrating their 25th year at Chelsea, explain what brings them back year after year, and designer Diarmuid Gavin treats us to his irreverent view of Chelsea past and present.

Episode 12

There's an accent on anniversaries in tonight's RHS Chelsea Flower Show as Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift look at the exhibitors with their own special celebrations. As the show hits its 100-year milestone, we talk to the nursery growers who met and married whilst exhibiting at the RHS shows. Plus, former Chelsea exhibitor David Stevens, dubbed the first celebrity designer, shares his memories of the show.

Episode 13

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift meet the family of nurserymen who can trace their Chelsea heritage back four generations. Roy Lancaster explains why Chelsea is such a special show for him and, as Chelsea lifts its long-standing ban on garden gnomes, John Sergeant traces the story of the first gnome colony to settle in the UK.

Episode 14

Alan Titchmarsh, Joe Swift and Nicki Chapman round off a glorious week at the 2013 Chelsea Flower Shows with the famous plant sell-off. We find out which show garden has enchanted the public and won the RHS Peoples' Award and the team share their favourite moments from this year's centenary show.

Preview Show

Alan Titchmarsh presents an exclusive preview of the 88th RHS Chelsea Flower Show, from the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. As the designers put their finishing touches to their displays, we get a first look at the show gardens and exhibits in the great pavilion. Also, a journey to Norway where gardening on the very edge of the Arctic Circle has provided the inspiration for one Chelsea designer.

Day 1 Part 1

As the 88th RHS Chelsea Flower Show opens its doors for another year, Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon lead the morning coverage of the show live from the Royal Hospital grounds. Here they look at the tricks and techniques employed by exhibitors with designs on a prestigious gold medal.

Day 1 Part 2

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift look at the front runners in the race for this year's medals at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Gardener and One Show presenter Christine Walkden is also at the show - taking her own trip down memory lane in the Great Pavilion, where she encounters the flowers that have influenced her career.

Day 1 Part 3

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift launch coverage of the floral celebration from the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea. There's an air of romance around 2010's proceedings, with many designers adding a touch of glamour to their show gardens. Joe meets the designer bringing the first multi-million pound garden to Chelsea, and there's a profile of acclaimed designer Roger Platts, returning to build his first garden in eight years.

Day 2 Part 1

Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon are out early to capture the excitement and heartache as the RHS judges award the much-coveted medals.

Day 2 Part 2

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift host coverage of the floral celebration from the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea. It's judgement day: after months of hard work in pursuit of horticultural perfection, the designers and exhibitors face the judges' critical eye. Also, the programme travels to Provence with a designer searching for authentic garden artefacts.

Day 3 Part 1

The power of plants is put under the microscope, as Andy Sturgeon and Nicki Chapman present more coverage from the Chelsea Flower Show. There's also a visit to the largest show garden ever built at Chelsea, designed to highlight all the uses plants can provide. And garden writer James Alexander Sinclair offers his own unique guide to growing fruit.

Day 3 Part 2

The top twenty plants of Chelsea 2010 are profiled, as writer and plant hunter Roy Lancaster joins Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift to explain why each plant was chosen. And Christine Walkden is back in the great Pavilion, celebrating the enduring appeal of the garden pink.

Day 3 Part 3

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift take viewers around the floral world as part of Chelsea's celebration of the International Year of Biodiversity. There's an entertaining journey through plant species from northern coniferous zones to the tropical rainforests, including a visit to South Africa's famous Kirstenbosch botanic gardens to see the stunning proteas that have been grown for Chelsea. Alan chats to some of the UK's celebrity visitors pledging support to the International Year of Biodiversity.

Day 4 Part 1

Looking for all that's hip in horticulture, Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon continue live coverage from the world's most prestigious flower show.

Day 4 Part 2

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift examine the latest gardening trends to emerge from 2010's Chelsea Flower Show. Plus, book a reservation with Raymond Blanc as the secret ingredients behind the kitchen garden of this world-famous chef are revealed.

Day 5 Part 1

Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon celebrate the people behind the scenes that make Chelsea one of the greatest flower shows in the horticultural world. There's a tribute to the young generation of gardeners and designers cutting their teeth at the show for the first time. And Andy talks to designers Jane Owen and Anne Marie Powell, who have chosen to highlight the plight of our tropical rain forests by building one in the Royal Hospital grounds - with help from a group of ladies from Cameroon.

Day 5 Part 2

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift celebrate optimism in UK horticulture with a look at the Chelsea nurserymen celebrating new-found success. Actor John Challis - Boycie from Only Fools and Horses - joins Alan to talk about his gardening passions, from a love of rambling roses to the romantic influences he brings to his own garden design. Joe visits the city council which has created a stunning floral tribute to the life-saving air ambulance service that brings injured troops to hospital.

Day 6

As the sun sets on another Chelsea Flower Show, Alan Titchmarsh and the team look back at the highlights of 2010's event. It's also the day of the 'big sell off', when members of the public can take home their very own piece of the show.

Episode 1

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift take an exclusive look at the showground before it opens.

Episode 2

Nicki Chapman and James Wong present from the 2015 Chelsea Flower Show.

Episode 3

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift reflect on the day's excitement from around the showground.

Episode 4

Including full coverage of Her Majesty the Queen's annual visit.

Episode 5

It is medals day at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show.

Episode 6

Monty Don and Joe Swift review the medal results from around the showground.

Episode 7

Toby Buckland delights in the latest roses to hit the headlines.

Episode 8

The winner of the Diamond Jubilee Award is revealed.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and James Wong take a celebratory look at the small show gardens.

Episode 10

Monty Don and Joe Swift celebrate the work of the small-space show-garden designers.

Episode 11

Nicki Chapman and James Wong discover cutting-edge ideas for displaying plants.

Episode 12

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift reveal the winner of the People's Choice Award.

Episode 13

Meet the designer of the show garden that has won the coveted People's Choice Award.

Episode 14

Monty Don and Joe Swift take a look back at some of the highlights of the week's events.

Best of Gold Rush

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift kick off a week of programmes from their own back gardens, celebrating the very best of RHS Chelsea Flower Show. They look back over the last ten years of the event and feature the magnificent gardens that have won the highest accolade of RHS Best Show Garden. Mary Berry celebrates one of the greatest rose growers in the Great Pavilion, Arit Anderson looks at the trendiest houseplants, and we join Rachel de Thame in her garden to revel in the joy of tulips. Toby Buckland and Adam Frost share the best of the small gardens, and we relive some of the glitziest celebrity moments. We also launch the BBC RHS People’s Choice of the Decade vote, where the public get to vote on their favourite People’s Choice-winning garden of the last ten years.

Your Chelsea Flower Show: Making the Most of Colour

Nicki Chapman helps you make the most of colour in your own garden, whatever its size. She looks at some of the brightest classic flowers we all love, and finds out how to make them look their best. Our experts will delve into best of Chelsea’s gardens and give us a sneak into their own gardens to reveal how they used colour to make them look amazing. And for a pop of colour, we’ll show you how to create a very modern hanging basket and a vibrant flower arrangement.

Best of British

Monty Don and Joe Swift take a look back over the last decade of world-class design and horticulture from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show from their own gardens. Joined by a team of experts, this programme celebrates the very best of British, exploring some of the Chelsea classics that have become synonymous with this great event. From roses to royalty, we find out more about the people and plants that fuel the nation’s obsession with gardening and meet the design icons and passionate people inspired by our rich history and landscape. Mary Berry and Joanna Lumley join the team to talk about what makes this beloved flower show a quintessentially British affair.

Your Chelsea Flower Show: Making the Most of Space

Nicki Chapman and the team offer tips on making the most of space in your garden. They showcase some of the most beautiful big plants and reveal why big is beautiful in a small garden. There is advice on creating stunning floral displays with just a few plants, and we’ll guarantee your house has kerb appeal with pretty ideas for floral arrangements and small containers with big ideas.

Best of Around the World

Monty Don and Joe Swift go on a horticultural journey around the world of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. In this episode, they are joined by Carol Klein, Adam Frost and the team to meet the international fleet of designers and plantspeople who travel thousands of miles to bring fresh ideas and fabulous floral creations to the show each year. Be it from the Caribbean or classic Mediterranean, we also find out how many of the spectacular gardens take their inspiration from foreign lands and cultures. Discover how gardens can be inspired from all around the globe.

Your Chelsea Flower Show: Making the Most of Nature

Nicki Chapman and the team suggest how to make the most of nature in your own garden. They highlight the best ideas for supporting wildlife in your garden and reveal the best flowers to attract pollinators. There are ideas for water features that not only look great but could help support a whole host of species, and some ideas for beautiful plants to grow in them. Our experts uncover the building blocks of the very on-trend naturalistic planting look, and they show how to create environmentally friendly floral displays.

Best of Trailblazers and Trendsetters

Monty Don and Joe Swift take a tour of the trailblazers and trendsetters from the most famous flower show in the world. Every year, Chelsea leads the way in showcasing the latest ideas in garden design and the newest must-have plants. Joined by Carol Klein, Adam Frost and the team, Monty and Joe examine how technology has influenced our gardening habits and meet the fresh talent who are breathing new life into this traditional event. We find out what inspires fashion designer Paul Smith at the show year after year and relive the designs that challenge our notions of what gardens can be.

Your Chelsea Flower Show: Making the Most of Your Budget

Nicki Chapman and the team help you make the most of your budget in your own garden. They look back at some medal-winning gardens to find inexpensive landscaping tips for making your garden look amazing. The team share their ideas for packing your borders and containers without breaking the bank, and they find out how to make stunning floral displays from cheap bunches of flowers or even from your own garden.

Best of a Better World

Monty Don is joined by Joe Swift and a team of gardening experts to celebrate the positive power of plants as they continue to share the very best of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. In this programme, they focus on the designers and growers striving for a better world with the creations they bring to the event. We find out how, over the years, the show has contributed to better promotion of the health of our planet, our plants and ourselves. At the heart of Chelsea is a reminder that gardening is good for your physical and mental health. Special guests Ellie Harrison and Fergal Keane join the team to talk about the importance of gardens to wildlife and wellbeing.

Your Chelsea Flower Show: Making the Most of Your Time

Nicki Chapman and the team help you make the most of your time in your own garden. They reveal some beautiful flowers that are really easy to grow and some plants that need virtually no attention. There are ideas for low-maintenance lawns and border planting that takes very little effort. We find out why spending very little time on orchids could make them even prettier and show how they can be used in a very Instagram-friendly display that needs virtually no maintenance.

Best of Legends and Legacies

Monty Don, Joe Swift and the team look at the legends and legacies that have made the Chelsea Flower Show the greatest event in the horticultural calendar. They discover what it takes to become an icon at this show, talking to the Chelsea designers and plantsmen and women that have broken records, won global recognition and inspired generations of gardeners. We also find out how movers and shakers from other creative fields have been influenced by their visits to the show over the years.

Episode 1

Coverage of the Chelsea Flower Show begins with a preview of the gardens and exhibits, before the event is officially open to visitors. Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift reveal how the show is put together in just three weeks.

Episode 2

Nicki Chapman and James Wong capture the buzz of the show's opening day as celebrities and VIPs descend on the event. Nicki and James talk to the Rich Brothers and meet the famous names behind the Radio 2 Feel Good Garden, dedicated to scent. Carol Klein embarks on world tour of plants in the Great Pavilion, beginning in Africa.

Episode 3

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift present continued coverage of the event as members of the royal family visit the showground. Chris Evans and Mary Berry introduce the Radio 2 Feel Good Garden, dedicated to taste, and there is a look at some of the spectacular gardens and exhibits.

Episode 4

Monty Don and Joe Swift launch BBC2's week-long celebrations at 2017's RHS Chelsea Flower Show and share their first thoughts about the show gardens. They are joined by Adam Frost, Carol Klein, Juliet Sargeant and Frances Tophill, who bring you the very best from the most prestigious flower show in the world. Joanna Lumley joins to share her long-held passion for plants.

Episode 5

It is medals day - Nicki Chapman and James Wong join judges at the crack of dawn to discover who has won what. Carol Klein continues looking at plants of the world, focusing on Asia, while Anneka Rice reveals her gardening prowess. Includes a one-minute silence from Buckingham Palace for the Manchester bombing.

Episode 6

It is medals day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and Monty Don and Joe Swift reveal the show garden designs that have won a highly prized gold medal and talk to the designer who has won the prestigious Best Show Garden award. Mary Berry focuses on cut flowers and fashion icon Nicole Farhi shares her passion for design and architecture.

Episode 7

Nicki Chapman and James Wong look at the highlights from the show. Celebrity florist Simon Lycett teaches James Wong how to get more life out of the perfect bouquet, and Carol Klein continues her global tour of the Great Pavilion.

Episode 8

It is day four of the BBC's coverage of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Monty Don and Joe Swift are in the Great Pavilion with Carol Klein, celebrating the achievements of the exhibitors at 2017's show and revealing the winner of the highest accolade, the Diamond Jubilee Award. Joe Swift interviews Kelly Brook and gets an exclusive look at her garden. Monty meets Sarah Raven and Tricia Guild. On Wednesday evening, the online vote opens for viewers to decide which of this year's large show gardens should win the BBC RHS People's Choice Award.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and James Wong celebrate the small show gardens and meet some of the medal-winning designers. Carol Klein, Rachel de Thame and Simon Lycett offer practical gardening and floristry advice from around the showground.

Episode 10

Monty Don and Joe Swift are back with more news from 2017's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, aided by Adam Frost, Nick Bailey, Rachel de Thame and Carol Klein. Monty takes an illuminating tour of the Artisan gardens at dusk. Mary Berry gives a personal tour of her family garden before searching the show grounds for inspiration to take back home. Newsnight anchor Kirsty Wark reveals how gardening is a perfect antidote to her day job.

Episode 11

Nicki Chapman and James Wong choose their favourite gardens from the show. Griff Rhys Jones shares his passion for plants, and Rachel de Thame concludes her guide to creating the best borders.

Episode 12

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift look at the highlights of the show. Carol Klein provides tips on plant trends of the future, Mary Berry reveals how to use edible flowers to decorate cakes, and the winner of the People's Choice award is announced.

Episode 13

Monty Don and Joe Swift round up some of the week's events from the 2017 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. We meet the winner of the coveted BBC RHS People's Choice Award. This episode looks to the future of gardening and guest Ellie Harrison gives her tips and advice on gardening for wildlife. Baroness Floella Benjamin shares her thoughts on encouraging our next generation of gardeners.

Episode 14

Monty Don and Joe Swift look back at the highlights of their week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017.

The A-Z of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Celebrating its 105th year, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show returns bigger and bolder than ever. This entertaining program explores the people, plants, and designs that have made it the world's premier floral event. Guided by Jennifer Saunders and seven-time gold medalist Adam Frost, the series uses the alphabet to journey through over a century of Chelsea highlights. The show reunites influential designers, including prolific gold medalist Sarah Eberle, to reflect on the game-changing creations that transformed the event. Gardeners' World presenters Arit Anderson and Frances Tophill also travel the UK to meet nursery growers preparing for the Great Pavilion, while first-timer Jonathan Snow travels to Italy to source plants for his South African-inspired design. Finally, Jennifer and Adam go behind the scenes with the RHS team to witness the enormous effort required to prepare the Royal Hospital Chelsea for May 21, providing exclusive previews of this year's most exciting exhibits.

Episode 2

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift kick off the week at the Royal Horticultural Society's 2018 Chelsea Flower Show with their guide to the exciting new gardens and plants on display. They meet some familiar faces at the show as Nick Knowles joins them to look at gardens that raise awareness, and Floella Benjamin brings an important turning point in British history to the show with the Windrush exhibit. Adam Frost and Carol Klein join the gardening team with some new faces and old favourites lined up to take a look at some highlights from the show.

Episode 3

Nicki Chapman and James Wong take a first look at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018, which opened its gates to a host of VIP's and celebrities. Nicki chats to pop star turned farmer JB Gill about his newly found passion for gardening, and Nick Knowles looks at the Chelsea show gardens designed to raise awareness. Florist Simon Lycett arranges a vase of seasonal flowers with actress Lesley Joseph, and the team will be capturing all of the buzz of day one.

Episode 4

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift present from the exclusive VIP day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018. They reveal each of the lavish large show gardens on display, and Mary Berry joins the team to discover some of the beautiful blooms in the Great Pavilion. The team meet up with Rob Brydon and Nick Frost, who enjoy a pals' day out at the show.

Episode 5

Monty Don and Joe Swift launch BBC2's coverage of the Chelsea Flower Show 2018, joined by the regular team of gardening experts as they begin to explore the horticultural wonders at this year's show. Actress Alison Steadman joins Monty to discuss her love of wildlife gardening and there is exclusive coverage of Her Majesty the Queen's tour of the show.

Episode 6

It is medals day at Chelsea, and Nicki Chapman and James Wong find out who has won gold, before taking a closer look at some of the medal-winning gardens. The team talks to one of the longest-running exhibitors at the show, a family-run nursery that has been at Chelsea for over 100 years, and also explores the story of Britain's favourite flower, the rose. Chris Bavin reveals how to grow cut flowers for less.

Episode 7

It has been a day of high emotion at Chelsea, with the all-important medal results finally revealed. Monty Don and Joe Swift are on hand to give their views on who won gold and who missed out, as well as questioning the RHS judges on how they make their crucial decisions. Carol Klein is celebrating medals day with the exhibitors in the Great Pavilion, while fashion designer Ozwald Boateng visits the show to talk about Chelsea trends. The show also reveals the winner of Best Show Garden 2018.

Episode 8

Nicki Chapman and James Wong are back to report from the floral festivities at the RHS 2018 Chelsea Flower Show. The team look at the gardens making a splash with all sorts of spectacular displays. There are plenty of ideas to help people relax in their own garden, while Nick Knowles lifts the lid on gardens raising awareness. Meanwhile, Angellica Bell drops by to solve some of her own gardening problems.

Episode 9

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift present a look at the best of gardening collaborations at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018. Carol Klein looks at women leading the way in the business of blooms, the team are joined by Mary Berry, who meets a group of growers championing British-grown flowers, and the Reverend Richard Coles is on site to reveal his own passion for garden design.

Episode 10

There is a distinctly contemporary twist to this programme as Monty Don and Joe Swift look at how some of the gardens and plants at Chelsea embrace modern living. They look at how designers are pushing the boundaries with new technology and an innovative use of plants. We also find out ways in which the show gardens offer refuge from our busy lifestyles, and journalist Jeremy Bowen joins the team to give a unique perspective on how gardens serve communities.

Episode 11

Nicki Chapman, James Wong and the team present all the news and excitement from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Chris Bavin explores the amazing floristry at the show, and Raymond Blanc demonstrates how to turn produce from the vegetable garden into a pickled feast.

Episode 12

Monty Don, Joe Swift and the team explore the themes behind the show gardens at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018. Joe is discussing wildlife habitats, and Carol Klein discovers some stunning blooms which also offer food for visiting insects. Monty reveals the important message behind one of the spectacular gardens that has been making a big splash at the show and Mary Berry hunts for plants to add to her new garden.

Episode 13

It is their final day at Chelsea, and Nicki Chapman and James Wong enjoy a last walk round their favourite gardens, before revealing their personal highlights from 2018's show. Royal florist Simon Lycett joins the team to show how to create a floral summer wreath, while Carol Klein explores the symbolism behind one of her favourite flowers, the iris. Debbie McGee is the day's celebrity guest, and she talks to Nicki and James about her passion for gardening and her search for quick-fix colour in her garden.

Episode 14

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift are joined by Mary Berry, Jo Whiley and other celebrity guests, as they celebrate the end of a glorious week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The programme also reveals how to make cocktails from plants growing in the garden and takes a look at the top trends and biggest headlines to have emerged from the show. Sophie and Joe announce the winner of 2018's BBC RHS People's Choice Award.

Episode 15

It is the end of the week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, and Monty Don and Joe Swift are exploring the 'Chelsea effect' - how the trends seen at Chelsea this year have a big influence on gardening styles of the future. Carol Klein reveals the biggest plant trends from the show, while Toby Buckland shows how big plants can be used to great effect in even the smallest of gardens. The team are joined by special guests Martin Parr, Britain's foremost documentary photographer, who discusses pictures he has taken around the showground, and fashion designer Mary Portas, who talks about her beautiful Cotswold garden, and her passion for growing vegetables.

Episode 16

Monty Don and Joe Swift look back at the highlights of their week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2018.

Preview RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021

Adam Frost and Angellica Bell present an exclusive preview of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, from the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. There are show gardens inspired by Florence Nightingale and Psalm 23, feature gardens helping tackle climate change, a Kew wedding that becomes a floral celebration, a nursery that is exhibiting a whole new collection of plants, and a school where students prove the value of houseplants.

Episode 1

Our first visit to the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Episode 2

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell have exclusive access to the long-awaited opening day of this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show. On a VIP-packed press day, Nicki chats to Lisa Snowdon about her love of gardening, and James Wong hunts out the best houseplants. Frances Tophill tells you everything you need to know about building your own Insta-Pond, and Mark Lane takes a first look at the Great Pavilion.

Episode 3

Monty Don and Joe Swift pay their first visit to this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, joined by the regular team of gardening experts as they begin to analyse the inspirational designs and floral displays at this year’s show. The unique September slot provides Carol Klein with a bounty of autumn-flowering bulbs to discover in the Great Pavilion. Adam Frost investigates how to garden in small spaces and urban places, and Juliet Sargeant adopts the Scandinavian way of life, when it comes to gardening for mental health and wellbeing.

Episode 4

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift introduce coverage of the opening day of the show. On a VIP-packed press day, Sophie chats to Lisa Snowdon about her love of gardening, and James Wong hunts out the best houseplants. Frances Tophill tells you everything you need to know about building your own Insta-Pond, and Mark Lane takes a first look at the Great Pavilion.

Episode 5

It’s Medals Day at Chelsea, and Angellica Bell and Nicki Chapman kick off our coverage with their guide to this year’s big winners. James Wong has the lowdown on one of 2021’s new obsessions - houseplants - with his succulents masterclass. Dr Amir Khan finds out more about the health qualities of plants, and Frances Tophill tackles your thorniest gardening questions.

Episode 6

It’s a day of suspense and celebration at Chelsea as the all-important medals are revealed. Monty Don and Joe Swift talk us through the key results, while Carol Klein congratulates old friends and new faces in the Great Pavilion. Actor David Morrissey shares his tips for a bumper harvest at home, and we exclusively reveal the winner of the RHS Best Show Garden 2021.

Episode 7

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell offer more inspiration and ideas from this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Toby Buckland unpacks the basics of design for your back garden, and Chris Bavin shows us how to get more out of the plants we already have, for free. And we’ll be taking a behind-the-scenes look at how the growers and designers keep their exhibits looking fresh all week long.

Episode 8

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift launch the BBC RHS People’s Choice Award and look at a bounty of new plants in the Great Pavilion. JJ Chalmers shares his passion for climbing plants, and singer-songwriter Craig David tells us why he’s found a love for gardening.

Episode 9

Monty Don and Joe Swift look at how we can all benefit from gardening to improve our mental health. We reveal at how you can create a mindful sanctuary even in the busiest of cities and how greening up your indoor spaces can be creative and calming. Mary Berry explores her secret passion for hostas with a nursery who are first timers at Chelsea, and Zoe Ball tells us why her garden is such a big part of her life.

Episode 10

Nicki Chapman, Angellica Bell and the team bring you all the news and buzz from this year’s show. On a mission to get maximum reward for minimum effort, today’s show is filled with practical gardening advice. James Wong demonstrates how to style your houseplants, Toby Buckland gives you tips on planting design, and Frances Tophill explains how to get your garden to deliver all year round.

Episode 11

Monty Don, Joe Swift and the team search out some of the solutions for greener gardening on display at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021. Joe talks sustainable floristry with a designer who’s never exhibited at Chelsea before, and meets a team whose passion for ethical houseplants became a lockdown success. Adam Frost continues his design strand looking at what to reduce, reuse and recycle, and Arit Anderson explains how to grow your garden like a forest to be at one with nature.

Episode 12

Celebrating a glorious week at RHS Chelsea, Angellica Bell and Nicki Chapman are joined by comedian Joel Dommett and his mother Penny. There is a mini masterclass on garden design from acclaimed Chelsea regular Sarah Eberle, as well as tips on what to do with a bumper harvest, and Nicki and Angellica will exclusively reveal the winner of the prestigious President’s Award.

Episode 13

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift celebrate the end of a wonderful week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. They reveal the winner of the BBC RHS People’s Choice Award 2021, Arit Anderson shares some top design tips from the showground, and Joe takes a look at the new plants everyone will want in their gardens in 2022.

Episode 14

It’s the end of the week at the Chelsea Flower Show, and Monty Don and Joe Swift have the honour of revealing the Plant of the Year and the winner of the BBC RHS People’s Choice Award 2021. Texas frontwoman Sharleen Spiteri reveals the gorgeous green haven she is creating in rural Wales, Adam Frost shares his tips for loving your garden in winter, and we meet the inspiring woman behind one of this year’s most talked-about gardens.

Highlights RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021

Monty Don and Joe Swift look back at the highlights of their week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2021.

Episode 1

With less than 24 hours to go before the showground officially opens, a first look at the gardens and exhibits set to cause a stir at the world-famous garden show. Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift reveal how this huge event is put together in just three weeks.

Episode 2

Nicki Chapman and James Wong take the first official look at the Royal Horticultural Society's 2016 Chelsea Flower Show. They are joined by gardener Danny Clarke, who will be demonstrating how to bring a touch of Chelsea magic to your garden. Carol Klein takes a closer look at plants that changed our lives, and football star Sol Campbell shares his love of gardening. Experience the buzz as celebrities and VIPs take their first look, and see how Chelsea is preparing for the arrival of Her Majesty the Queen.

Episode 3

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift present exclusive coverage of the 2016 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The show rolls out the red carpet as Her Majesty the Queen makes her annual visit, and the showground is graced by celebrity visitors and some headline grabbing stunts. Including a look at some show-stopping gardens and exhibits.

Episode 4

Monty Don and Joe Swift present from the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show, including full coverage of Her Majesty the Queen's annual visit and a look forward to tomorrow's medals announcement as the team predict the designer they think will scoop the coveted 'best show garden' award. Actor Tom Hollander joins Monty and Joe and reveals his own horticultural heritage.

Episode 5

It's medals day at the Royal Horticultural Society's 2016 Chelsea Flower Show. Nicki Chapman and James Wong join the judges at the crack of dawn to discover who's won what in the all important medals hand out. Mary Berry shows off her horticultural knowledge, and Kate Adie reveals how gardening has become her new-found passion.

Episode 6

It's medals day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Monty Don and Joe Swift reveal the show garden designs that have won a highly-prized gold medal and talk to the designer who has won the prestigious Best Show Garden award. Kate Adie talks to Monty Don about her new-found passion for plants.

Episode 7

Nicki Chapman and James Wong report on highlights from the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show and meet some of the eclectic people and plants that make the world-famous show what it is. They are joined by Carol Klein, Danny Clarke and Rachel de Thame who share their gardening expertise and offer practical advice, and singer-songwriter Will Young shares his love of all things Chelsea.

Episode 8

Monty Don and Joe Swift are in the Great Pavilion, celebrating the achievements of the exhibitors at this year's show and revealing the winner of the highest accolade, the Diamond Jubilee Award, and artist Grayson Perry reveals why Chelsea is all a matter of taste.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and James Wong present more news from the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show. They take a celebratory look at the small gardens and meet some of the medal-winning designers. A team of experts offer practical gardening advice from around the showground, model Kelly Brook reveals a secret love of horticulture, and Alex Polizzi offers her unique take on this year's event.

Episode 10

Monty Don and Joe Swift present more news from the 2016 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. They celebrate the work of the small show garden designers who've created masterpieces when space is at a premium, reveal how history is very much part of the present in this year's garden designs, and Alex Polizzi gives a personal tour of her family garden in Devon before taking a look around the show.

Episode 11

Nicki Chapman and James Wong present from the Royal Horticultural Society's 2016 Chelsea Flower Show. Meera Syal finds someone who shares her love of gardening, and chef Monica Galetti gets some culinary inspiration.

Episode 12

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift present news and highlights from the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show. The future of gardening is under the spotlight as the team meet the next generation of horticulturalists. They also uncover the positive power of plants and reveal the winner of the BBC RHS People's Choice Award, voted for by viewers.

Episode 13

Monty Don and Joe Swift round up some of the events from the 2016 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. They meet the winner of the coveted BBC RHS People's Choice Award and take a fresh look at house plants and the meteoric rise of the orchid. Rachel de Thame investigates where show gardens go once the show is over.

Episode 14

Monty Don and Joe Swift look back at the highlights of their week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2016.

First Look RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023

Join Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift for an exclusive first look at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show 2023. They are joined by Adam Frost, Carol Klein, Rachel de Thame, Arit Anderson, Frances Tophill and Toby Buckland, who delve into some of the most eagerly anticipated show gardens and reveal this season’s best blooms in the Great Pavilion.

Episode 2

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell have exclusive access to the glitz and glamour of the opening day of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023. They are joined by a team of gardening experts, including Rachel de Thame, who travels the world without even leaving the showground, and Toby Buckland, who shows us how to upgrade our gardens the Chelsea way. Carol Klein is searching out the hidden treasures we are all going to want in our gardens, while James Wong uncovers the secrets to our lawns. And, as the show hosts its very first wedding, Nicki gets a lesson in creating floral garlands worthy of any celebration.

Episode 3

Monty Don and Joe Swift review some of the 35 inspirational gardens on offer, as well as the immaculate displays of growers in the Great Pavilion. Adam Frost delves into a garden created with community in mind, while Arit Anderson heads to the ingenious houseplant studios. Frances Tophill takes a first look at the planting styles to look out for at the show, while Carol Klein gets us in the mood for summer with beautiful blooms. And Sophie Raworth is on hand to welcome the royal family to the show.

Episode 4

It’s Medals Day at Chelsea, and Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell kick off our coverage with an overview of this year’s big winners. Toby Buckland brings us the hottest design tips to upgrade our gardens the Chelsea way. Great British Menu judge Nisha Katona helps spice up our summer barbecues, and Rachel De Thame inspires us with the perfect plants to create show-stopping summer borders.

Episode 5

Emotions are running high at Chelsea as the all-important medals are revealed. Monty Don and Joe Swift bring us the highlights of the garden awards, while Carol Klein shares the triumphs of the Grand Pavilion medals. Fashion designer Bruce Oldfield reveals how his passion for gardening inspired the design for HM Queen Camilla’s coronation gown. And Frances Tophill reveals the exciting new plants at Chelsea that may end up being planted in gardens for years to come. Plus an exclusive reveal of the winner of the RHS Best Show Garden 2023.

Episode 6

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell are back with more inspiration and ideas from this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Toby Buckland reveals the design tips to give your balcony an upgrade, Carol Klein unveils how beautiful euphorbia can transform borders, and Mark Lane shows us how to try out different shrubs to future-proof our gardens. Singer Kim Wilde shares how gardening has changed her life.

Episode 7

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift launch the BBC RHS People’s Choice Award and take a look at all the show gardens in contention. Dame Mary Berry heads to the Great Pavilion to celebrate this season’s roses, and JJ Chalmers discovers how to get growing under glass. Presenter AJ Odudu shares her passion for house plants.

Episode 8

Monty Don and Joe Swift take a look at the smaller gardens of the Chelsea Flower Show. Rachel de Thame shares design tips to make the most of summer entertaining spaces, Frances Tophill showcases the best plants to grow in containers, and Dame Mary Berry visits legendary grower Jon Wheatley in his garden. Also, Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge shares how his garden is changing the way he cooks.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell join us from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023. Angellica chats to YouTube and Strictly star Joe Sugg about his new-found passion for gardening, and James Wong gives us his beginners' guide to growing houseplants. Toby Buckland shares his ideas on how to bring the outer edges of your garden to life, while Nicki joins Rachel in creating a show-stopping look for your front door. Mark Lane reveals his top tips to get all-year-round interest from your plants.

Episode 10

Monty Don, Joe Swift and the team celebrate the passions behind the plants and gardens on show. Adam Frost uncovers the innovative design details hidden in the gardens, while Nick Bailey investigates how to future-proof planting choices ahead of a summer scorcher. Joe revels in the beauty of a houseplant favourite – the orchid - and Arit Anderson provides inspiration for gardens with the statement plants on display.

Episode 11

Celebrating a glorious week at RHS Chelsea, Angellica Bell and Nicki Chapman chat to Morning Live presenter Gethin Jones about his passion for gardening. Carol Klein unearths her last hidden planting treasures, pelargoniums, and Toby Buckland shares ideas on how to create a show-stopping moment in our gardens ahead of the start of summer. Rachel de Thame shows us how to add a pop of Chelsea colour to our gardens, while James Wong helps us to get growing our own fruit and veg.

Episode 12

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift reveal the winner of this year's BBC RHS People’s Choice Award and are joined by Dame Mary Berry who asks the pavilion growers how best to create a stunning floral cutting garden. Adam Frost and Toby Buckland review the top planting trends that have emerged at this year’s show, and with summer on the horizon, Frances Tophill shows us the cocktails we can make using botanicals and herbs grown in the comfort of our own homes.

Episode 13

At the end of the week, Monty Don and Joe Swift are celebrating in style the winner of the coveted BBC RHS People’s Choice Award. Actor and passionate gardener Caroline Quentin gives us an exclusive in-depth look at her glorious garden in Devon. Carol Klein reveals her guilty pleasure plants from the competition that deserve to be loved again. And Adam Frost takes a look behind the beauty to reveal how designers are using plants and materials to create stunning sanctuaries whilst making our gardens resilient to the changing climate.

Episode 14

Monty Don and Joe Swift look back at the highlights of their week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023.

RHS: Countdown to Chelsea 2024

Join Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift for an exclusive first look at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show 2024. They are joined by Adam Frost, Rachel de Thame, Arit Anderson, Toby Buckland and JJ Chalmers, who will be delving into some of the most eagerly anticipated show gardens and revealing this season’s best blooms in the Great Pavilion.

Episode 2

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell have exclusive access to the glitz and glamour of opening day of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. They’re joined by a team of gardening experts, including Carol Klein who'll br showing us how to recreate the latest look for a colourful summer border, Toby Buckland who’ll be helping us solve some of our most common garden design dilemmas, and James Wong who’ll have the ultimate beginner’s guide to buying, styling and caring for houseplants.

Episode 3

Monty Don and Joe Swift launch BBC Two’s coverage of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. They’re joined by a team of gardening experts including Carol Klein, Adam Frost, Rachel de Thame, Arit Anderson and Frances Tophill. They delve into some of the 35 inspirational gardens on show, exploring the horticultural excellence on display in the Great Pavilion and taking a first look at some of this year’s planting trends. And Sophie Raworth welcomes the royal family to the showground.

Episode 4

It’s Medals Day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, and Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell kick off our coverage with an overview of this year’s big winners. Toby Buckland brings us the latest design tips from Chelsea for our gardens at home. Frances Tophill is joining the houseplant revolution, bringing us clever hacks and expert advice on indoor gardening, and James Wong reveals the secrets behind creating the perfect rock-garden-style border.

Episode 5

Emotions are running high at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show as the all-important medals are revealed. Monty Don and Joe Swift bring us the highlights of the garden design awards, while Carol Klein shares the triumphs of the nurseries and growers in the Great Pavilion. Dame Judi Dench joins Monty to share why she returns to the show year after year. Frances Tophill unveils the 2024 winner of the RHS Plant of the Year award, and there's an exclusive reveal of the winner of the RHS Best Show Garden award.

Episode 6

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell are back with more ideas and inspiration from this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Toby Buckland reveals the simple design and planting tricks to improve the view in your garden. Mark Lane unveils how you can replicate the must-have border trends from Chelsea, and Carol Klein explains where to start when buying a tree to future-proof your garden. Plus, celebrity chef Levi Roots shares how his grandparents' garden started his passion for cooking.

Episode 7

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift launch the BBC RHS People’s Choice Award and take a look at all the show gardens in contention. Dame Mary Berry shares her recipe ideas, using ingredients she has discovered in the Great Pavilion. And Toby Buckland helps ease one of the biggest complaints when spending time in the garden... noisy neighbours.

Episode 8

Monty Don and Joe Swift take a look at how the RHS Chelsea Flower is helping to reimagine urban living, with innovative ideas that can be replicated at home. Rachel de Thame shares the secrets to creating a private retreat in even the smallest of spaces, whilst Carol Klein unveils the new plants that are set to become must-haves in garden borders. Nick Bailey reveals the planting choices to help deal with another scorching summer. And interior design master Michelle Ogundehin describes how to create a green haven indoors.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell join us from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 where they’ll be celebrating inspirational ideas for smaller spaces. Toby Buckland has easy design hacks to bring a bit of Chelsea magic to your garden, Frances has top tips on how to use houseplants to create an indoor haven, and after a wet start to the year, James Wong is helping you adapt your garden. Nicki has a lesson on how to create a show-stopping floral display for your garden table this summer.

Episode 10

Monty Don, Joe Swift and the team have everything you need to know to get ready for summer. Nick Bailey explores a garden perfect for outdoor entertaining, Carol Klein has advice on how to choose plants that will survive the challenges of scorching weather, and Dame Mary Berry celebrates one of Britain's favourite summer flowers.

Episode 11

Celebrating a glorious week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Angellica Bell and Nicki Chapman bring us the last instalment of their Chelsea dream spaces, and Rachel De Thame revels in the beauty of the wildflowers that are must-haves in our summer borders. Carol Klein brings us her guide to the perfect tree for a small space, and we reveal the winner of the RHS Best Balcony and Container Garden Award.

Episode 12

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift reveal the winner of this year’s BBC RHS People’s Choice Award and are joined by Dame Mary Berry, who asks the pavilion growers how best to create a stunning floral cutting garden. Arit Anderson shows us how to add a bit of Chelsea style glitz to our gardens, and Rachel de Thame brings us the showstopping flowers from the Great Pavilion. And to get us ready for the weekend, JJ Chalmers is partying at a 70s retro disco-inspired houseplant exhibit.

Episode 13

It’s the end of the week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. Monty Don and Joe Swift bring us their expert analysis of the winning garden in the BBC RHS People’s Choice Award. 80s pop legends and husband and wife gardening fanatics Martin and Shirlie Kemp invite us to take a look around their glorious garden in Hertfordshire. Arit Anderson shows us how some clever design and planting combinations can make a garden an uplifting and energising space. Over in the Great Pavilion, Carol Klein celebrates clematis-growing Chelsea legend Raymond Evison, whilst Adam Frost takes a look at what a flood-resilient back garden of the future might look like.

Highlights RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024

Monty Don and Joe Swift look back at the highlights of their week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024.

Episode 1

There's a fresh look to coverage of the most prestigious gardening show of the year, as Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift enjoy an exclusive look around the Royal Horticultural Society's 101st Chelsea Flower Show, 24 hours before the gates officially open. Andy Sturgeon, Nicki Chapman and Chris Beardshaw join them as well as Carol Klein, who takes a look around the Great Pavilion's must-see exhibits. Monty Don also shares the things he is looking forward to seeing in the week ahead.

Episode 2

Presenters Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon host the first afternoon visit to the Royal Horticultural Society's 2014 Chelsea Flower Show. As the show enters a new era, Andy Sturgeon meets Matthew Childs, one of the young designers creating his first ever show garden at the event. And gardener and writer Christine Walkden chooses the first of her personal top ten plants at this year's show.

Episode 3

Join Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift for exclusive coverage of the 2014 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. As he celebrates 50 years in professional horticulture, Alan Titchmarsh talks to Joe Swift about his career and how it has influenced the design of his first Chelsea show garden in nearly 30 years. And Sophie visits the Great Pavilion to see another golden anniversary celebration - 50 years of Britain in Bloom.

Episode 4

Monty Don and Joe Swift launch BBC2's week of celebrations at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show. They have full coverage of Her Majesty the Queen's annual visit and a look forward to the medals hand out as the team predict the designers they think will scoop the top prizes. Monty and Joe also chat to actor Benedict Cumberbatch and his mother, the actress Wanda Ventham, as they share their favourite Chelsea moments.

Episode 5

It's medals day at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show. Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon are up at dawn to discover who's won what as the medals are handed out by the Royal Horticultural Society. Carol Klein takes a closer look at the gold medal-winning exhibits in the Great Pavilion, and guests Julian Clary and his mum Brenda take a look around the show in a new feature titled Mum and Me.

Episode 6

It's medals day at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Monty Don and Joe Swift reveal the gold medal show garden designs and talk to the designer who has won the prestigious Best in Show award. Carol Klein finds out what it takes to be named the best of the best in the Great Pavilion and Wayne Hemingway and wife Gerardine review the show.

Episode 7

Every year the RHS Chelsea Flower Show offers new ideas for planting in small spaces, and that's the focus for this programme. Andy Sturgeon visits a tiny garden inspired by one of the Kensington Roof Gardens in London, while Rachel de Thame has take-home advice for planting combinations for containers. It is also time to celebrate the RHS Young Florist of the Year as British Florists Association events director Dennis van Wonderen demonstrates how to make a floral party dress as part of the competition challenge, and then Nicki Chapman chats to the jubilant winner.

Episode 8

Monty Don and Joe Swift look at more of the floral exhibits at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Joining them is presenter James Wong who visits a show garden that pays homage to the Wardian case, the Victorian invention that revolutionised the way plants were transported by the 19th century plant hunters. Plus garden designer Dan Pearson and Thomas Heatherwick, designer of the 2012 Olympic cauldron join Monty to share their thoughts on this year's event.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon take a look at the large show gardens vying for the public's support in this year's People's Choice Award, and explain how viewers can cast their votes. Christine Walkden shares another two of her top ten plants at Chelsea. Rachel de Thame conjures up another floral recipe and, following the Young Florist of the Year on Wednesday, it is time to find out who has won the title of Florist of the Year in the over 25 years category.

Episode 10

More coverage from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, as Monty Don takes a look around a North American themed show garden and learns about the native planting grown specially for Chelsea. Carol Klein looks at exotic plants that are used for structure in a border. Joe Swift meets a tropical plant grower who has a passion for Rod Stewart and Rachel De Thame finds out the winner of the years Plant of the Year award.

Episode 11

TV historian Dan Snow chats to Nicki about his memories of gardening as a child when he visits the show with his mum, Ann. And, as the Royal Horticultural Society celebrates some of the country's most promising young horticulturalists, Andy Sturgeon goes to meet some of them as they tour the show.

Episode 12

With the winner of this year's People's Choice Award about to be announced, Chris Beardshaw and Joe Swift look at the top three show gardens vying for the title. And actress mother and daughter Joanna David and Emilia Fox chat to Sophie Raworth about their gardening influences and share their own views about this year's event.

Episode 13

Designer Chris Beardshaw joins Monty Don and Joe Swift to announce the designer who has won this year's People's Choice Award. And Carol Klein visits Great Pavilion regulars Hillier Nurseries as they celebrate their 150th anniversary with a stand that traces the company's history of plant breeding.

Episode 14

Monty Don, Joe Swift and Nicki Chapman round off the week at the 2014 Chelsea Flower Show with the famous plant sell-off. Plus the team share their favourite moments from this year's show.

Episode 1

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift take a first peek at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show 2011 in this exclusive preview of the event. With show opening only hours away, they are joined by Andy Sturgeon, Nicki Chapman and Christine Walkden to see what horticulture's finest are exhibiting this year. Plus they reveal the behind-the-scenes preparation that designers, landscapers and nursery folk do in order to exhibit at the most prestigious event in the gardening calendar.

Episode 2

It is the start of the 89th Royal Horticultural Society Chelsea Flower Show, and presenters Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon kick off the week with a look at some of the show-stopping exhibits delighting the celebrity crowds this year. From high-rise vegetable towers to fantasy floating gardens, and even the promise of a baby gorilla, this year's event has some sensational surprises.

Episode 3

There is more than just a nod to the arts as Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift look at the Chelsea exhibitors who have been inspired by some of Britain's greatest writers and artists. Barbara Hepworth, Dylan Thomas, Turner and David Hockney are just some of the figures represented at the show. Gardening writer and presenter Christine Walkden joins the team to look at one of the nation's favourite flowers, the rose.

Episode 4

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift launch a week of Chelsea celebrations with a look at the designers paying tribute to the lyrical landscapes of the world. As the Royal Hospital opens its gates to this year's celebrity visitors, the show team traces the gardens inspired by a host of different areas of the world, from the countryside of Japan's Nagasaki to the Welsh estuary. There's news and views on the show from this year's famous faces and a report on the Queen's customary visit to the flower show.

Episode 5

It is medals day at the Royal Horticultural Society's 89th Chelsea Flower Show. Nicki Chapman is up at dawn to discover who has won what as the medals are handed out. Andy Sturgeon is joined by Toby Buckland and Carol Klein to take a closer look at the gold medal winning show gardens and exhibits in the Great Pavilion. With 'grow your own' being big at this year's show, Nigel Slater rustles up a simple salad and tells Nicki why he loves this event. Plus, the 2011 Young Florist of the Year is revealed.

Episode 6

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift talk to the gold-medal-winning designers and reveal who has won Chelsea's prestigious Best in Show award. Rachel De Thame finds out what it takes to win gold in the Great Pavilion and Nigel Slater gives an exclusive look around the kitchen garden at his home in London.

Episode 7

The contenders for Chelsea Plant of the Year are put under the spotlight, as Andy Sturgeon and Nicki Chapman profile the real stars of the show: the plants. Andy looks at the perfect planting schemes in the show gardens this year, and there is a master class on the key plants needed for a successful cut flower garden.

Episode 8

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift host a 90-minute special charting the evolution of the modern mixed border from late Victorian times to the present day. Alan talks to designer Nigel Dunnett about his garden, inspired by the Victorian writer and gardener William Robinson, whilst special guest Laurence Llewellyn Bowen looks at the influence of nature on William Morris, one of the key personalities behind the Arts and Crafts movement.

Episode 9

Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon take a closer look at the themes and trends dominating this year's show. The 2011 Chelsea Product of the Year is announced, and the team find out who has been crowned Florist of the Year. Poet and keen gardener Pam Ayres turns guest reporter, seeking out the wildlife-friendly areas of the show.

Episode 10

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift discover how water, sculpture and wildflowers are dominating the exhibits at this year's Chelsea Flower Show. Chris Beardshaw is in the show gardens to discover radical ideas for the future of horticulture, whilst Pam Ayres opens the doors to her home and private wildlife-friendly garden. Also, Bunny Guinness explains the thoughts behind her modern take on a kitchen garden.

Episode 11

'Take home Chelsea' is the theme for the final lunchtime visit to the show. Presenters Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon host a half hour packed with designing, planting and caring for every type of garden. Andy also takes time out in the Great Pavilion to offer advice on the best indoor plants for every room in the house.

Episode 12

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift celebrate Chelsea's horticultural heroes in a second extended special from the Royal Hospital Grounds. Alan meets the Australian nursery who are recreating the voyage of plant hunter Sir Joseph Banks in a plant-packed show garden. Modern-day plant collector Tom Hart Dyke joins the team to seek out some of his favourite floral exhibits in the Great Pavilion, and writer and broadcaster John Humphrys joins Alan to talk about a passion for gardening which started when he was a teenager.

Episode 13

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift round off their glorious week at the Chelsea Flower Show by enjoying the famous plant sell-off. We find out which show garden has been voted the best in The Peoples' Award, and the team share their favourite moments of the show.

Chelsea Flower Show 2009, Episode 1/Preview Show

Alan Titchmarsh presents an exclusive preview of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show from the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. On the eve of the opening day, there is a first look at the show gardens and the floral exhibits in the great pavilion. Also, the emotional inspiration that lies behind the garden of one Italian designer making his Chelsea debut.

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The Road to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2019

Sandi Toksvig and Adam Frost kick off the flower show season with a glimpse of what goes into making the the Chelsea Flower Show the most eagerly awaited event in the gardening calendar. The Road to Chelsea goes from Grenada to Yorkshire and from Brighton to Cardiff by way of a leisurely cruise down the Thames. Sandi, Adam and Gardeners’ World presenter Arit Anderson meet some of the passionate growers, florists and garden designers whose skill, dedication and desire to be the best make Chelsea the most prestigious flower show in the world.

Countdown to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

Join Sophie Raworth and Adam Frost for a first look at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show 2025, including the exclusive reveal of Monty Don’s RHS and BBC Radio 2 Dog Garden. Sophie and Adam is joined by Rachel de Thame, Arit Anderson and JJ Chalmers as they delve into all the latest gardening trends from this year’s crop of show garden designers and explore the floral delights in the Great Pavilion.

Launch Show RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022

Sophie Raworth and Joe Swift take an exclusive first look at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, which returns to its spring date for the first time in three years. They are joined by Adam Frost, Carol Klein, Rachel de Thame, Arit Anderson and Toby Buckland, who showcase some of the most eagerly anticipated show gardens and discover the beautiful blooms in the Great Pavilion. Actress Caroline Quentin comes to Chelsea in search of inspiration for her own back garden.

Countdown to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026

Sophie Raworth and Adam Frost take a first look at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show 2026. They're joined by Rachel de Thame and JJ Chalmers to explore the latest garden design ideas across the showground and the impressive variety of floral exhibits in the Great Pavilion. Plus the exclusive reveal of the RHS and the King’s Foundation Curious Garden, designed by Frances Tophill and championed by the King, Sir David Beckham and Alan Titchmarsh. Meanwhile, Arit Anderson unveils her first ever judged garden at Chelsea in aid of Parkinson’s UK.

Episode 1

Alan Titchmarsh, Carol Klein and James Wong take an exclusive peek at the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show 2012 in this preview of the event. With show opening only hours away, they are joined by Nicki Chapman and Toby Buckland to see what gardening's greenest fingers are exhibiting this year in the Great Pavilion and show gardens. Joe Swift reveals the inspiration behind his first ever Chelsea garden, and Diarmuid Gavin unveils his high-rise pyramid garden.

Sunday Preview

Alan Titchmarsh presents a guide to events in the week ahead at the 84th annual flower festival, as designers and exhibitors race to put the finishing touches to their displays.

Monday Day

Nicki Chapman is joined by Charlie Dimmock and Andy Sturgeon as show gardens and floral exhibits from all over the world are unveiled on the first day of the flower festival.

Monday Evening

On the opening day of the world's greatest flower show, exhibitors from around the globe will be showcasing their gardens and floral exhibits in the grounds of the Royal Hospital.

Tuesday Day

Nicki Chapman, Charlie Dimmock and Andy Sturgeon capture all the excitement as medal winners are announced for Gardens and the Floral Pavilion. Plus the next round of the search for the public's favourite garden.

Wednesday Day

Nicki Chapman, Charlie Dimmock and Andy Sturgeon present coverage from the Great Pavilion, where more than 100 nurseries and growers will be displaying their flower collections.

Thursday Day

It's the first public day at Chelsea. Nicki Chapman, Charlie Dimmock and Andy Sturgeon will be mixing with the crowds and spotting some of the highlights from this years show. Plus the chance to vote for your favourite Show Garden.

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Alan Titchmarsh, Joe Swift and Carol Klein present a preview of the 85th RHS Chelsea Flower Show, including a first look at the show gardens and floral pavilions.

21/05/2007

Lorraine Kelly presents coverage from the 85th RHS Chelsea Flower Show. As gardens and floral exhibits from all around the globe are unveiled, Andy Sturgeon and Anne-Marie Powell cast an expert eye over the potential medal winners.

21/05/2007

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift present coverage from the 85th RHS Chelsea Flower Show. They explain why bees are the buzz word at Chelsea, whilst Doctor Who fans are in for a treat when the Tardis makes a special appearance.

21/05/2007

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift take an in-depth look at this year's medal contenders. And from Berlin comes the extraordinary story of one of the greatest plantsmen, Karl Foerster.

22/05/2007

Lorraine Kelly, Andy Sturgeon and Anne-Marie Powell present coverage from the 85th RHS Chelsea Flower Show, as 2007's medal winners are announced.

22/05/2007

Alan Titchmarsh, Joe Swift and Carol Klein present coverage. The all-important medals are announced and Alan and the team are there to capture the excitement and the heartache.

23/05/2007

Lorraine Kelly, Andy Sturgeon and Anne-Marie Powell present coverage from the Great Pavilion, a floral wonderland for more than a hundred exhibitors from around the globe. There's a chat with some Chelsea veterans and a look at which plants are making headlines.

23/05/2007

Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift present coverage from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. On a day devoted to beautiful blooms, Chelsea's exhibitors reveal their personal plant passions.

23/05/2007

Coverage continues from the fragrant grounds of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea. Alan Titchmarsh and Joe Swift meet some of the world's top garden designers and horticulturalists.

24/05/2007

Lorraine Kelly, Andy Sturgeon and Anne-Marie Powell present coverage of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. On the first public day there's a look at a marquee devoted to bridal bouquets.

24/05/2007

Alan Titchmarsh, Joe Swift and Carol Klein present coverage. They explore some of the more futuristic themes at this year's show. Features include stargazing in the space-themed gardens, the native carnivorous plants of California, and the next big thing - vertical gardens.

25/05/2007

Lorraine Kelly, Andy Sturgeon and Anne-Marie Powell present coverage of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Designers offer tips on trends and ideas to take away from this year's show.

25/05/2007

It is 'People's Day' at Chelsea and viewers are invited to ask Alan Titchmarsh and the team anything and everything about the world's greatest flower show.