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Episode 2

In this its centenary year, Nicki Chapman and Andy Sturgeon trace the Chelsea Flower Show's rise from humble beginnings to the flamboyant floral extravaganza of today.

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.

30 minutes

Credits

RoleContributor
PresenterAlan Titchmarsh
PresenterNicki Chapman
PresenterAndy Sturgeon
DirectorJohn Smith
Series ProducerRosemary Edwards
Executive ProducerGill Tierney

Broadcast

Congratulations to designer Kazuyuki Ishihara

Congratulations to designer Kazuyuki Ishihara

The Cha no Niwa - Japanese Tea Garden has won the BBC RHS People's Choice Award for 2025