The RHS Chelsea Flower Show trends for 2012
This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show is shaping up to be one of the most spectacular in its long history. Over the years the trends of Chelsea have inspired the very latest gardening and floral trends and 2012 looks to be no exception.
We’ve put together a guide to the upcoming trends at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2012 so you can stay up to date with all the latest flower styles.
Water
Without water, the beautiful and inspiring gardens you see at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show would not even exist. It is the lifeblood of everything that grows on this planet and this year there will be a number of display gardens paying tribute to this simple, yet vital, ingredient of horticulture.
The Art of Sculpture
Sculpting and the arts have always been a staple of modern gardens and at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, these will play a big role in the displays on show and reflect the importance of visual art in modern day gardening.
The British Countryside
There are a number of national campaigns currently running in the UK which aim to protect and support the British countryside and the natural flowers and plants we find there. Designers at Chelsea will be looking to capture the wild beauty of the countryside and represent it in their own gardens.
The History of Horticulture
The origins of horticulture date back hundreds of years and virtually every culture on the planet has adapted and developed its own unique practices over many generations. The gardens at Chelsea that focus on this theme will be looking at those people who have made significant contributions in the fields of science, technology and techniques.
Travel
Journey across the world with this year’s theme of travel and you can visit gardens from every continent; each with its own style and atmosphere. From tropical climates to Oceanside gardens, you’ll find a wide range of unique and distinctive flora from across the globe.
Literature
Words have inspired generations of artists, composers and craftsmen, and this year they will inspire a new trend of display gardens at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. With ideas and stimulation drawn from great works of literature, these gardens will reflect the relationships between the written word and the arts.
Topiary
A common addition to stately homes and gardens, topiary has established a strong following in the world of landscaping, remaining popular despite ever-changing trends within the field. The gardens at RHS Chelsea focusing on topiary will highlight some of the more amazing features of these creative arrangements.
Technology
With an increasing amount of technology integrating itself into our daily lives, this theme is one of the most relevant and engaging. From TVs and laptops, to smart phones and tablets, technology is all around us and is deeply rooted in our everyday life. These gardens will offer visitors the chance to explore the virtual space and see first-hand a conversion of natural and artificial.
Health
Not only are plants and flowers used as a source of food, but they also include a number of beneficial properties when it comes to health and beauty. From natural cosmetics to herbal remedies, these show gardens will display all the wonder qualities that plants and flowers have to offer.
Edible
Nature provides a majority of our daily food and drink and this will be celebrated with a number of displays at the event. Vegetables, seeds and even edible flowers will be woven into the designs, showcasing the best of our natural produce.
Home Interiors
As well as creating and maintaining fantastic gardens at home, visitors are also eager to see the homes and interiors displays at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. These highlight the best in modern design and furnishings, as well as showcasing new textures and colour schemes.
Perspex
Perspex is an adaptable and versatile material that is favoured by a wide range of trades, including landscaping. A selection of gardens will be showcasing the beauty and flexibility of Perspex with some awe-inspiring designs.
