Kew's Ambassador for Wakehurst Cate Blanchett hosts the latest series of Kew's award-winning podcast, which explores the past ...

Lindfield-based florist Gemma from The Chestnut Flower Company will lead this relaxed and enjoyable workshop, guiding you ...

Ash dieback is a disease caused by a fungus called Hymenoscyphus fraxineus, an invasive species which has spread across Europe in the past 30 years. The fungus grows into the trees’ vascular systems ...

One of the most iconic trees in Britain, oak trees are a familiar sight in our forests and parks. But how much do you know about these ancient sentinels? How many species of oak tree are there? What ...

This summer, Kew Gardens in London will unveil one of its most ambitious garden projects in recent years: the Carbon Garden. Opening in July 2025, this innovative new garden will not only showcase the ...

Queen Charlotte’s Cottage was created in 1771 in an area of the Gardens known as ‘the wilderness’. While the folly was used by Queen Charlotte, King George III’s wife, many animals were kept in the ...

Kew's scientists and international partners share their 10 favourite species named as new to science in the past 12 months. It's been another busy year here at Kew, with our scientists and their ...

Many see them as dried, perhaps useless plant specimens of little purpose - but did you know that our specimens are actively being used to combat climate change? Nestled within the vaults of botanical ...

Discover Kew’s work in collaboration with local partners to safeguard a sustainable future for this Caribbean island's threatened forests If when you think of the Caribbean islands you picture white ...

Discover the stories behind why these four iconic plants were adopted as symbols of resilience and resistance by the LGBTQ+ community. We value plants for a number of reasons; their scientific ...

Up in the shaded, tropical cloud forests of Mexico, local smallholders are carefully cultivating coffee beans in the face of threats to their future. Now, scientists and communities are uniting to ...

The floral designs of henna skin art are as intricate as they are timeless. This plant-based dye has a rich history of use on both skin and hair, as well as fabrics. Read on to discover more about ...