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Flowery History Though they have been grown in Europe for well over two hundred years, Dahlias are thought to originate in Mexico and are that country’s national flower. Dahlias are believed to have been named by 18th-century Spanish botanist Abbé Cavanille in honor of Andreas Dahl, a Swedish scientist and environmentalist. Petals or Florets? Dahlia florets are often mistakenly called petals...

The RHS Hampton Court Flower show is the largest in the world. Held in the idyllic riverside location of the gardens of Hampton Court Palace, it is always an event we look forward to within the horticultural calendar. From Farm to Table “We wanted to bring some of the magic of our Hampshire flower farm to Hampton Court this year,”...