RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

Experience the breathtaking RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 at the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea this May.  

The prestigious event attracts more than 168,000 visitors over the five-day festival, including members of the Royal Family, top garden designers and celebrities. 

What is the RHS Chelsea Flower Show?

The world-renowned RHS Chelsea Flower Show celebrates the pinnacle of gardening and floristry in London and has been held annually at the Royal Hospital Chelsea since its inception in 1913. Over five days, it transforms the historic grounds into a horticultural hub, attracting gardening enthusiasts, celebrities and royals alike – last year’s notable attendees included Dame Joan Collins, Dame Judi Dench, Mary Berry and Queen Camilla. 

The event features 35 spectacular show gardens by trailblazing designers alongside various other spaces that showcase cutting-edge garden design and innovative landscaping. Highlights include the All About Plants Gardens, which prioritises plants as the central element of the garden design, and the Balcony and Containers Gardens, which inspire solutions for small green spaces and extreme weather challenges. 

The expert judging panel is handpicked for its broad expertise – from landscape architects to head gardeners and writers – and awards prestigious medals to the top gardens. Be sure to explore the non-judged feature gardens, too. 

What is the theme of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025?

Themes for this year’s show include innovation, nature landscapes and the future. The Newt in Somerset continues to sponsor the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2025. 

What are the highlights of the Chelsea Flower Show 2025?  

The Chelsea Flower Show 2025 promises to be a spectacular event with innovative and inspiring gardens. Here are some of the highlights: 

• Award-winning designer Dave Green has created a woodland-inspired garden for the Chelsea Pensioners, repurposing their distinctive red jackets into seat cushions. The garden features striking trees, offering a peaceful retreat to unwind. 
• British garden writer and broadcaster Monty Don has joined forces with BBC Radio 2 to create his first RHS Chelsea Garden specially for dogs. The dog-friendly design will feature a lawn with a ball motif.  
• Tom Massey and Je Ahn have collaborated to design a climate-friendly urban forest powered by artificial intelligence (AI). The innovative garden uses sensors to monitor tree health, while a web-based app allows visitors to identify tree species. 
• Multi-Chelsea medal winner Kazuyuki Ishihara has created a Japanese tea garden as a place to embrace communication and harmony. Traditional Japanese flora such as Iris, Sedum and Hornbeam trees decorate the space. 
• Tom Clarke and Ros Coutts-Harwood created a playful garden for children recovering from cancer in the UK. The nature-rich space strives to be a sanctuary where children can thrive, away from doctors and worried parents.

Tickets for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 go on sale on 1 April. Tickets typically sell out fast and must be purchased in advance, so it's best to book as soon as possible.

The cost for tickets for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 varies depending on whether you're booking a half day ticket (entry from 3pm onwards) or a full day ticket (entry 8am-8pm).

How long does the RHS Chelsea Flower Show take?  

It’s recommended that you set aside three to five hours to explore the shows stunning floral displays, cutting-edge gardens, the iconic Great Pavillion and the charming marquees.  

Opening times:  

• Tuesday 20 and Wednesday 21 May (RHS members’ only): 8am to 8pm. 
• Thursday 22 and Friday 23 May: 8am to 8pm. 
• Friday 23 May: 5.30pm to 10pm. 
• Saturday 24 May: 8am to 5.30pm.

Where is the RHS Chelsea Flower Show?  

RHS Chelsea Flower Show takes place at the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea, located on Royal Hospital Road (SW3 4SR), right on the edge of the Thames and directly across the river from Battersea Park and Battersea Power Station. 

How to get there: 

• Underground – The nearest Tube station is Sloane Square (Circle and District lines), which is a 20-minute walk away from the venue.  
• Bus – The following buses stop nearby: 11, 137, 211, 360, 452. 
• Cycle – Hire a Santander Cycles bike and ride to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Docking stations can be found nearby on Ormonde Gate, Royal Avenue and Chelsea Bridge.

Is there an age restriction at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show?

RHS Chelsea Flower Show is recommended for anyone aged five and above. While babies in arms are permitted, it is discouraged due to the environment’s unsuitability.  

What other flower shows can I see in London?  

If you haven’t secured a ticket to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, you can still immerse yourself in the floral festivities with the Chelsea in Bloom festival (19 to 25 May). The vibrant display stretches from Sloane Street through Sloane Square and along King’s Road, Pavillion Road and Duke of York Square.  

Don’t miss Belgravia in Bloom (19 to 26 May), where you’ll find similar exquisite floral arrangements and a spread of great food and drink in Eccleston Square.