Chatsworth Flower Show is right on our doorstep and we have enjoyed visiting it since it started 3 years ago. Unsurprisingly Chatsworth Flower Show 2019 was no exception.

The show gardens were very impressive, and it delighted us to see most of them using decorative aggregates within the design. Our blog will guide you through our favourite gardens and the products that were featured within them.

The Wedgwood Garden

We donated our Goldpath self-binding gravel to the Gold medal winning Wedgwood Garden. It was designed by RHS Ambassador Jamie Butterworth and built by Keyscape Design and Construction.

The garden is inspired by the vision of John Wedgwood who founded the RHS. Ultimately his aim was to unite communities and connect people through horticulture. As well as gold, the garden also won Best in Show and Best construction and People’s Choice Award.

For more information on the awards this garden received, read our blog about judging day at Chatsworth Flower Show 2019.

RHS Garden for Wildlife: Wild Woven

We really love the pond in the RHS Garden for Wildlife: Wild Woven. Designed by Sharon Hockenhull, the garden is a haven for wildlife. It showcases different habitats that can easily be incorporated into any domestic garden design.

The pond provides one of the most important environments for attracting a diverse range of wildlife. It is full of decorative aggregates including Scottish Cobbles and Pebbles. These stones create plenty of hiding places for small water dwelling animals.

The Space Within Garden

The Space Within garden forms part of the mindfulness gardens. Therefore was created as a meditation space to escape the hectic outside world. It features Dove grey pebbles and cobbles which complement the planting and paving beautifully.

We found the the vertical planting and rain curtain very impressive. It is designed to calm the senses. Created by Rae Wilkinson this stunning garden received a well-deserved Gold Medal.

Elements of Sheffield Garden

The use of boulders in the Elements of Sheffield garden is very eye catching. This garden was designed by Emily Barnes and looks at the relationship between Sheffield and the bordering Peak District whose natural beauty is often an escape from the pressures of modern life.

The gritstone boulders used are similar to those found on the moors. They enclose a water feature at the back of the garden surrounded by lots of naturalistic planting.

Eutierria Garden

Feature boulders are also a focal point in Eutierria which draws inspiration from the cliffs of the River Trent. Therefore the planting is minimal and the back of the garden features a water wall which flows onto stunning grey stones similar to our Flat Silver Pebbles.

Designed by Neil Sutcliffe as a space to reconnect with the natural world, the garden received a Gold Medal.  

The Mandala Mindfulness Garden

We like the use of polished pebbles within the mosaic in The Mandala Mindfulness garden. The mosaic also sits in front of an impressive stone wall that forms part of the seating area.

This garden was designed by HeldQuin Design Partnership and creates a peaceful space for children to take part in mindful activities within an urban school environment.

For more inspiration from Chatsworth Flower Show, watch our video on the gardens.