Returning to its usual May dates for the first time since the pandemic, the world-famous flower show will feature several decorative floral and plant displays to reflect the Queen‘s long-standing support for the charity — and celebrate her love of blooms.
Highlights honouring Her Majesty include a bespoke sculptural portrait of the Queen in the official Platinum Jubilee shade of purple. Designed by renowned florist Simon Lycett, the beautiful silhouette will be covered with an assortment of native British-grown tree branches, inner shelves arranged with 70 terracotta pots planted with Lily of the Valley — one of the Queen’s favourite plants that featured in her Coronation bouquet.
There will also be a photography exhibition depicting images of The Queen visiting the show throughout her reign. Designed by Dave Green, the feature installation will include an accessible deck walkway that will flow around the images. Creating a calm and serene setting, it will be set amongst a woodland-inspired planting scheme, featuring colours of white, green, purple and blue.
The Queen at the Chelsea Flower Show in 2018
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Celebrating the Queen’s love for nature, an immersive installation by floral designers Veevers Carter will feature a canopy of flowers including fresh Delphiniums, inspired by the colours and planting of the Scottish landscape near the Royal Family’s Balmoral Castle estate. Meanwhile, the iconic Bullring Gate will be adorned with an archway decorated with royal emblems reminiscent of a countryside meadow by Lucy Vail Floristry.
Lucy’s Bullring Gate Jubilee Archway
RHS
30-year-old Lucy, the youngest florist to dress the show’s main entrance to date, will cover the archway in 2,500 British-grown plants, including wild flowers, irises, alliums, foxgloves and geraniums. Speaking about why she chose these plants, Lucy says: “There are so many incredible blooms on our doorstep and the carbon footprint of importing flowers from other countries is just far too high. By working closely with British growers, florists can gain access to unique flowers rarely available at markets whilst also minimising waste.”
Natural Perspectives by Veevers Carter
RHS
“This year’s RHS Chelsea is going to be particularly special as we celebrate this historic anniversary for Her Majesty and as the show returns in May following the pandemic,” Helena Pettit, Director of RHS Gardens and Shows, says.
“These imaginative floral tributes are a fitting and joyful representation of a truly unique monarch, and we hope visitors will enjoy seeing them at the show in the lead up to the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.”
There’s lots to look forward to!
Platinum Jubilee souvenirs and gifts to celebrate the Queen
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee God Save The Queen Mug
This historic jubilee makes a great excuse to add another Emma Bridgewater mug to your collection! This one features our national anthem in EB’s signature script on a proud red background.
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Mug
Here’s a more subtle design from Emma Bridgewater.
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 70 Glorious Years Mug
Lastly, the potter has this vibrant green option. Which will you choose?
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Mug
Harrods harrods.co.uk
£15.00
Harrods has released its own commemorative mug, too. This fine bone china option features the dates of the Queen’s reign in shining gold and finished with the royal crests.
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Cushion Cover
Sandie Burton Designs etsy.com
£35.99
Particularly dedicated royalists will be pleased with this lovely handmade cushion cover; it’s thoroughly celebratory without being garish. It’d fit right in with a country cottage scheme while adding a cheerful flash of colour.
Platinum Jubilee Tea Towel
This design is also available as a tea towel, if you prefer – in a good range of colours.
Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Plate
This makes a fun memento – use it to display your scones or sandwiches for your Jubilee garden party over the bank holiday weekend, then display it on the wall or your cabinet after the festivities are done.
Platinum Jubilee Bunting
Hang this suitably British bunting around your garden fence, conservatory or the front of your property to show your appreciation for our longest-reigning monarch. It comes in either two or five metre lengths, or you can ask for your specific requirements.
2022 Platinum Jubilee Imperial State Crown Decoration
Historic Royal Palaces
£40.00
Made from gold-plated pewter and studded with glittering crystals, this ornate decoration is exclusive to the Historic Royal Palaces shop. Keep it proudly on display in a cabinet, or you could even use the hanging loop to turn it into a Christmas tree ornament, if you like.
Rice Paper Cake Toppers
No garden party is complete without cake. These rice paper toppers will ensure your offerings are less Victoria sponge and more Elizabeth II – much more appropriate, in this instance!
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Mug
A subtle design finished with traditional royal purple crowns; these are lovingly hand-painted to order, so you know you’re getting something thoughtful to commemorate this special occasion.
Okay, this charger plate is expensive, but it is handmade from fine bone china and finished with burnished 22-carat gold detailing, so it is a really exquisite piece. Plus, we’re sure you agree that a Platinum jubilee party deserves something extra special to celebrate properly. Put this plate pride of place on your table to show off your afternoon tea spread for your do.
Crown Jewels Tea Towel
With its ornate crown, orb and sceptre design, this lovely Emma Bridgewater design will pay homage to our queen while brightening up your kitchen (and helping with the washing up!).
Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Tea Towel
Traditional tones in white, blue and red here for this tea towel – and there’s some matching bunting available, too.
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee 2022 Cotton Tea Towel
More tea towels here – choose your favourite design, or collect all three!
HM Queen Elizabeth II Teapot
Harrods harrods.co.uk
£175.00
To match the charger plate above, this charming teapot will finish off your royal scheme perfectly. We just love the little crown on the lid.
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