You may also like<\/strong><\/p> The Sanctuary gardens at Chelsea are smaller gardens that highlight the benefits of gardening on our wellbeing. Sustainable and wildlife friendly planting is central to each design. Several of the gardens are being sponsored by the grant-giving charity,\u00a0Project Giving Back<\/a>.<\/p> More from Chelsea 2024<\/strong><\/p> Flood Re: The Flood Resilient Garden<\/strong><\/p> Designers:<\/strong> Naomi Slade and Ed Barsley Flood<\/a> risk and mitigation are central themes to Naomi Slade and Ed Barsley\u2019s garden, which is modelled on a domestic family garden. \u201cThe garden is designed to be inviting, immersive and relatable,\u201d says Naomi. \u201cWhile at the same time it is full of ideas for managing heavy rainfall<\/a> and coping with flooding.\u201d These include dense planting which slows water flow and methods of water capture<\/a> and storage.<\/p> One in four homes in the UK is at risk of flooding and the garden aims to show people how they can make their gardens more resilient. The pond is designed to rise and fall, and a large water feature <\/a>created using vintage galvanised tanks doubles as ornamental pool and water storage. Tough moisture-loving plants, including ferns and pollarded willows feature heavily, and a large quince tree provides a focal point.<\/p> \u201cOur garden highlights the importance of seeing water as a resource rather than a threat,\u201d says Ed. A swale running through the space becomes a stream, carrying water into the pond. Rain chains carry water from the house into storage tanks and a raised bridge allows for movement through the garden in wet weather. It is a challenging design, but one they\u2019re looking forward to building.<\/p> MOROTO no IE<\/strong><\/p> Sponsor: <\/strong>G.lion The Freedom from Torture Garden: A Sanctuary for Survivors<\/strong><\/p> Designer:<\/strong> John Warland and Emma O\u2019Connell The arid landscape features sculptural willow waves that create zones for reflection while a sinuous water rill offers both irrigation and a soothing sound. The planting is naturalistic and inspired by the native flora found in the homelands of some of the FFT survivors, including figs and pomegranates. All of the planting, from Beth Chatto\u2019s Plants<\/a>, is drought tolerant and adapted to low-fertility soils.<\/p> Every element of the garden is bespoke and there is potential for variations in the end results; the willow\u2019s colour could be anything from fresh green to deep red, depending on the weather. \u201cWe also hope to have a river of poppies running through the gravelled areas,\u201d says John, \u201cbut one downpour and their flowers will be gone.\u201d<\/p> World Child Cancer\u2019s Nurturing Garden<\/strong><\/p> Designed as a sensory haven, this garden brings joy, hope and escapism through nature for children undergoing cancer treatment, no matter where they live in the world.<\/p> Sponsor:<\/strong> Project Giving Back supporting World Child Cancer The Bridgerton Garden<\/strong><\/p> Designer<\/strong>: Holly Johnston Expect a sophisticated palette of lilacs, blues and rich pinks. <\/p> Burma Skincare Initiative Spirit of Partnership Garden<\/strong><\/p> Designer: <\/strong>Helen Olney The garden is a celebration of the work done by the charity to provide excellent dermatological care to the people of Myanmar, and reclaimed materials, including crumbling red bricks and weathered stone, create layers of texture to demonstrate the lived experiences of people with skin diseases.<\/p> \u201cThe most challenging element has been the planting,\u201d says Helen, \u201cto find a palette of plants that are found in Burma and will also grow in the UK.\u201d The naturalistic planting includes Acer davidii, Anemone rivularis<\/em> and Selinum wallichianum<\/em>, and will provide food and shelter for wildlife at Dulwich College, where the garden will be relocated after the show as part of a wild area development.<\/p> The Boodles National Gallery Garden<\/strong><\/p> Designer:<\/strong> Catherine MacDonald \u201cArt and gardens have been linked for millennia,\u201d says designer Catherine MacDonald, whose painterly garden celebrates the bicentennial of The National Gallery. Catherine\u2019s aim was to \u201cpaint with plants<\/a>,\u201d recreating aspects of pointillism and impressionism through the use of plant forms and textures to emulate brushstrokes in paintings by Georges Seurat and Claude Monet.<\/p> Starting with a palette of greens, inspired by Monet\u2019s The Water-Lily Pond, warm tones from Dahlia \u2018Franz Kafka\u2019 and Geum \u2018Totally Tangerine\u2019 wind through the space, adding highlights in between grasses and white umbels. \u201cWe wanted to create a real sense of joy Taxus baccata <\/em>topiary<\/a> are stars of the show, emulating trees found in works by Van Gogh or Cezanne, while sculptural arches provide perspective. Textured metal water features run through the space, playing with light and reflections, and adding to the painterly qualities. Catherine is excited to see this collaborative effort come together. \u201cThere\u2019s nothing more wonderful than stepping back, when no more can be done, and feeling that sense of shared achievement.\u201d<\/p> Killik & Co Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees Garden<\/strong><\/p> Sponsor<\/strong> Killick & Co, Allgreen The Killik & Co garden is a scented, immersive haven in which to relax and unwind. The design creates a supportive environment for families to talk and spend time together over a lifetime. A path of limestone and oak pavers winds through the garden and is wide enough to encourage conversation while walking together. It leads to a central water well that is fed by an aqueduct running along the top of a limestone and steel pergola that shelters a communal dining area, perfect for family gatherings. It is designed to be a family garden that takes away the stress associated with managing finances. <\/p> Head to our dedicated Chelsea Flower Show hub page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>What is a Sanctuary Garden at Chelsea?<\/h2>
RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024 Sanctuary Gardens<\/h2>
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