Our Guide to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
Words: Laura Toogood | Pictures: Sarah Bacon
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, sponsored by Range Rover, is a highlight of The Sloaney’s British Summer Social Season Guide. This year’s show promises many spectacular floral displays, beautiful show gardens, elegant shopping boutiques, as well as the chic Pommery Champagne Terrace.
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 is a truly special occasion. The event serves to inspire and educate gardeners. It is also an opportunity for growers, producers, designers and creators to showcase their work.
The RHS Chelsea Flower allows visitors the chance to explore new ideas and concepts, so that they can leave with the ambition of trying something new and developing their love of gardening.
Every year the show impresses and it has become a world-renowned event. Here is our exclusive guide to the must-see parts the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026…
Garden highlights
This year’s show has more than 30 gardens to enjoy. Naturally, the Show Gardens on the main avenue always attract a huge amount of interest; however, we also encourage you to explore further afield and meander through the winding paths that are located on the Chelsea Bridge Road side of the site.
Serpentine Walk features some beautiful balcony and container gardens, which are perfect for those seeking some ideas for urban gardening or looking to transform small space into a little oasis. The Houseplant Studios are also situated near this area of the show and they are worth visiting.
Our favourite Show Gardens include the Killik & Co ‘A Seed in Time’ Garden. It features three biodiverse zones and focuses on the theme of reversing biodiversity loss in the UK.
The concept of helping the planet as much as possible is also followed by the designer of The Eden Project: Bring Me Sunshine Garden. There is a focus on inspiring positive action for the planet by empowering young people.
The Children’s Society Garden reiterates the importance of the relationship between young people and the gardening world. This is an urban landscape that has been reimagined to provide a safe space for teenagers.
What to see in the Great Pavilion
Once again, the Great Pavilion contains many standout displays. Harts Nursery has a breath-taking wall of lilies at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026. They are also offering various varieties in takeaway bags, with one pack of five bulbs priced at £15.
You can come home with the likes of Strong Love, Anouska and several others. If planted now, they will flower in 10 weeks. The Sloaney team bought a packet last year and the flowering time was exactly accurate and they are also growing well again this year.
We have a close affinity with David Austin Roses. Our Editor’s rose garden was photographed for the 2025 and 2026 Year Books.
This year’s David Austin Rose Garden at RHS Chelsea features the new Sir David Beckham rose. Sir David Beckham joined HM The King for the launch of his English shrub rose. The scent throughout the entire David Austin Rose garden makes it an essential part of the Great Pavilion to visit and there are many roses on show.
Garden buildings to admire
You must take a stroll along Royal Hospital Way and Pavilion Way. Here you will find Breeze House. This company has an impressive pop up, which highlights some of their excellent designs.
They have breeze houses that have been designed to suit all sizes, with their largest offering ideal for hosting a big dinner party and entertaining friends. The products have a robust and luxurious finish, with no stone left unturned when it comes to style and practicality.
Retal therapy
If you want to take a break from enjoying the gardens, Eastern Avenue offers the opportunity to indulge in some retail therapy. The RHS shop has plenty of official merchandise.
Meanwhile, The Jewellery Stop has some stunning necklaces and earrings, in eye-catching colours and designs.
WillSow offers the first ever plantable Children’s Book. This is an impressive idea that really captures the imagination of children. The Carrot who was too big for his bed is a tale that also enables children to plant the cover and grow carrots, once the story has been completed.
A break for some bubbles
This year’s Pommery Champagne Terrace features plenty of seating and beautiful décor, which is in keeping with the show. This is a very desirable place to stop for those who want to enjoy a glass of rose, with a view of the show down beneath.
You may also want to look out for the Pommery Horsebox, which is on hand for those wanting a glass of champagne with a lobster roll by The Stage.
Don’t miss our coverage of this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show throughout the week
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