The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025 is currently underway at the Royal Hospital, Chelsea. Open to the public from May 20th to May 24th, the event features stunning show gardens and impressive displays inside the Great Pavilion. Visitors can gather plenty of ideas to inspire their own gardens.
On press day, we got an early look at the spectacular planting displays. While dogs, including Monty Don’s dog Ned, charmed the crowd, three flowers stood out for their abundance and beauty. Here’s a closer look at the trending flowers you’ll see everywhere at this year’s show.
1. Foxgloves
Foxgloves were a common sight across many gardens. Known for their tall spires of bell-shaped flowers and soft, downy leaves, foxgloves are a classic choice for cottage-style gardens.
In Jo Thomson’s Glasshouse Garden, designed by Ryan Alexander Associates and sponsored by Project Giving Back, pale foxgloves grew alongside river birch trees, ferns, grasses, and roses such as Rosa ‘Tuscany Superb’ and Rosa ‘Emma Bridgewater’.
The ADHD Garden, created by Katy Terry, used foxgloves for their whimsical, calming effect. Their relaxed planting style aimed to soothe the senses and provide a peaceful retreat.
The Wildlife Trusts’ British Rainforest Garden also featured foxgloves amid mosses, a waterfall, and lichen-covered trees, celebrating the wild woodlands of Britain’s west coast.
Foxgloves were also prominent in the Container Garden C6, chosen for their fast growth and ability to produce new shoots.
2. Daisies
Bright and cheerful daisies appeared in many gardens, attracting both visitors and pollinators alike.
The Seawilding Garden, designed by Ryan McMahon, combined daisies with sandstone rocks, seagrass, and a viewing window into the underwater world of Loch Craignish.
The King’s Trust Garden: Seeding Success scattered daisies among grasses, perennials, and low-growing sub-shrubs in soft grey and green tones.
Daisies were also spotted in pots, containers, and borders throughout the show site, adding a fresh and lively touch.
3. Roses
Roses were everywhere, especially with the launch of The King’s Rose by David Austin Roses at the show. Visitors could even spot roses in David Beckham’s buttonhole.
Inside the Great Pavilion, the sweet scent of roses from top growers like David Austin and Peter Beales filled the air.
The Glasshouse Garden showcased a sea of dusky-pink roses, including Rosa ‘Emma Bridgewater’, which made its debut at last year’s Chelsea Flower Show.
The Chelsea Flower Show 2025 continues to inspire gardeners with its stunning displays and trending flowers. Keep an eye out for foxgloves, daisies, and roses if you want to bring a bit of Chelsea magic to your own garden this year.
