National Gardening Week

From 29 April–5 May 2024, join us as we demystify the wonderful world of gardening

What’s taking place for National Gardening Week 2024?

The theme for National Gardening Week in 2024 is ‘Knowledge is Flower.’ All week, experts at the RHS will be on hand myth-busting, debunking and demystifying the wonderful world of gardening.

From how to avoid common pitfalls with your plants, to dig or not to dig, fertilise or not fertilise and whether vinegar makes good weedkiller – the RHS has it covered.

Share your tips and myths

Drawing upon our world-class expertise and scientific research, the RHS will help empower all gardeners, whether amateur or more established, with their plants and flowers. The week begins with the RHS Big Seed Sow where thousands of packets of free seeds will be on offer with tips on how to grow them, and with experts, friends and show-class growers sharing their top tips and myths throughout the rest of the week.

RHS Big Seed Sow

Monday 29 April – Sunday 12 May
Monday 29 April – Sunday 12 May

Whether you want to open your garden gates and host a seed sowing event or surprise your neighbours with a doorstop drop, there are lots of ways to get involved.

Monday 29 April – Sunday 12 May

Demystify your garden

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What is National Gardening Week?

Ever since the first celebration in 2012, this annual event has grown in popularity. Each year National Gardening Week (NGW) sees thousands of people sharing their love of gardening, hosting events and talking about what they’re growing on social media.

The week also raises awareness of the difference that gardens and gardening can make to the lives of everyone in the UK. It helps to inspire more people, particularly the next generation of gardeners, to experience the joy of growing and creating beautiful green spaces.

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The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.