RHS Chelsea Flower Show “Episode 1” – Monday May 19 on BBC One

RHS Chelsea Flower Show “Episode 1” – Monday May 19 on BBC One

BBC One commences its 2025 coverage of the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show, with Nicki Chapman and Angellica Bell fronting the initial broadcast. The opening day’s activity, including first views of the extensive gardens and floral exhibits, gets underway on Monday, May 19 at 2:00 PM GMT.

The program will enlist gardening experts Carol Klein, Toby Buckland, and Frances Tophill to share their knowledge and practical advice suitable for gardens of varying scales. A segment from the Great Pavilion is also slated, where specialist growers will detail techniques for cultivating alliums. The presentation aims to answer viewer questions throughout its run. Klein is set to provide tips for borders, Buckland will explore methods for attracting birds to compact garden spaces, and Tophill will identify plants that help create an illusion of greater area.

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