Carol Klein to open Blenheim Palace Flower Show
As the evenings begin to draw out and the temperature in Cornwall is getting (slightly) warmer the Flamingo team are starting to look forward to summer. One event that is really getting us in the mood for Pimms is the Bleneheim Palace Flower Show!
It has now been announced that Horticultural expert and plantswoman extraordinaire Carol Klein will officially open the Blenheim Palace Flower Show on Friday, June 22nd.
The hugely popular BBC Gardener’s World presenter will be on hand to launch the 5th annual show, which runs from June 22nd-24th at the Oxfordshire UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As well as opening the show on the Friday, she will also be giving two talks over the weekend on her favourite plant-based subjects.
The Grand Floral Pavilion forms the centrepiece of the Show and features the UK’s finest nurseries and growers giving expert advice and gardening ideas. It is guaranteed to be a riot of colour, fragrance and weird and wonderful plants.
A highlight for 2018 will be the brand new ‘Orchid Tunnel’ which leads into the Pavilion. Visitors will be able to walk through the tunnel and see over 1,000 orchids from all over the world.
With workshops, talks and demonstrations taking place throughout the event, you’ll be guaranteed to learn something new and take inspiration for your own gardening project.
Visitors can also enjoy fabulous food and drink as well as an outdoor Plant Village and live entertainment throughout the weekend.
Blenheim Palace Flower Show returns for its 5th year in June, 2018. This wonderful three day show celebrates the very best of gardening, home and lifestyle. It is packed with inspiration, flowers and plants and everything you need for your home and garden. The show is a celebration of lifestyle and the great outdoors.
The Grand Floral Pavilion forms the centre of this year’s show. Packed with exhibitors showcasing the UK’s finest nurseries and plantsman competing for the prestigious Best in Show Award.