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We're deeply disappointed to see some of our staff and students subjected to online harassment.
Hatred and intolerance have no place at Kew, and we're more committed than ever to embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all. 💚
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@ScottCJonesy
Hi Scott, we're aware that some people view the word as a slur, however, the term 'queer' has largely been reclaimed as a self-affirming and inclusive umbrella term for the diverse LGBTQ+ communities today. Our direction is to create an inclusive space for the whole community ❤
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It's official, the Titan arum is in bloom! 💚
Known for it's horrid smell, this large plant only blooms for 24-36 hours. Make sure you stop by the Gardens to take a look (or sniff).
Can't make it this time? Keep an eye on our channels, as another Titan is set to bloom soon 👀
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It's official... the Titan arum has bloomed! 🎉
Find it inside the Princess of Wales Conservatory, open until the extended time of 7pm.
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Over the last few years, we've let more pockets of the Gardens grow wild and turn into mini meadows.
It's led to an abundance of blooming plants and grasses attracting a whole variety of pollinators. 💚
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We were honoured to welcome His Majesty the Emperor of Japan to Kew Gardens yesterday where he enjoyed a tour of the Temperate House with our Director Richard Deverell, celebrating the rich history of our collaboration with Japan, through science, art and horticulture. 💚
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Here at last - the Titan Arum or 'corpse flower' has bloomed in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. Its 3m tall and it's tuber weighs 118kg – our biggest yet! It has one of the foulest odours in the plant kingdom (which attracts pollinators), but will only last for 48 hours...
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We’re honoured to have hosted The President of the Republic of South Africa, accompanied by The Earl of Wessex today.
South Africa is one of the most biodiverse countries on Earth and a longstanding scientific and conservation partner of the UK.
👇
@RoyalFamily
@PresidencyZA
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The 1st female gardeners were employed at Kew in 1896 & encouraged to wear men's clothing so as not to distract!
#TBT
http://t.co/Zp2xOYG5Pg
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We love the soft, lilac colour of these cascading wisteria vines 💜 Did you know..? Wisteria belongs to the Fabaceae family which is the same as green peas, lentils and chickpeas.
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Today we were delighted to welcome the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to Kew Gardens to take part in a Generation Earthshot event with children from The Heathlands School, where they generated bold ideas to repair the planet 🌎
@KensingtonRoyal
@EarthshotPrize
@TheWorldsLesson
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We're sad to announce that around 6 trees were lost at Kew in Storm Henk.
This number could have been much higher if it wasn’t for our incredible Tree Gang who maintain our 14,000 trees.
These fallen trees and branches will be mulched and added back to our Gardens. 🌳💚
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Meet Victoria boliviana, the record-breaking giant waterlily which has been named new to science at Kew after spending 177 years hidden under the surface of our collections.
Uncover more about this fascinating discovery:
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Have you ever seen a bonsai tree in bloom? 🌸 This Hall crabapple (Malus halliana) was purchased in a market in England in 1976, and is estimated to be about 50 years old.
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When Charles Darwin was sent a specimen of the Madagascan Christmas star orchid, he predicted that since the nectar was at the bottom of the long flower spur, a pollinator must exist with a tongue as long as the spur - 41 years later, such a moth was discovered!
#DarwinDay
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The rarely cultivated Blue Amaryllis, Worsleya procera is currently flowering behind the scenes in our Tropical Nursery. The species is endangered in its native Brazil and is only found in a few locations growing on steep hillsides and cliffs 🌿
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Pink magnolia and blue skies, what a lovely sight 🌸 Have you spotted any magnolia recently? If you've taken pictures, we'd love to see them in the comments below!
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Carpets of crocuses have got to be one of our favourite signs of spring. 🌱💜
Have you spotted any crocuses recently? We'd love to see your photos, share them with us below 👇
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To learn more about our dedication to protect nature for everyone - read our Manifesto for Change:
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Did you know...
🧬 Mistletoe has over 25 times more DNA in each cell than we do in ours.
🤍 The iconic white berries only grow on female mistletoe shrubs.
🍃 Its evergreen leaves and winter blooms mean mistletoe has long been seen as a symbol of eternal life and vitality!
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When Charles Darwin was sent a specimen of the Madagascan Christmas star orchid, he predicted that since the nectar was at the bottom of the long flower spur, a pollinator must exist with a tongue as long as the spur - 41 years later, such a moth was discovered!
#DarwinDay
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Titan arum update 👀👉 we're now seeing signs of some movement and our Kew experts believe the bloom will happen VERY soon! Keep an eye on our channels for updates.
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This delightful, flowering succulent plant is Echeveria pulvinata 🌿 It has a very clever way of protecting itself, as each of the leaves are covered in tiny white hairs to prevent water loss.
📷: Eli Biondi
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What is biodiversity? This
#EarthDay
, discover how it is a direct contributor to human life as we know it and why it needs protecting 🌎🌱
#EarthDay2020
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Magnolia is blooming all over the Gardens, and we can't get enough 🤍
Let's see your photos 👇
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We are about to throw open the doors to the world’s largest glasshouse after five years of painstaking restoration. Here are 11 little-known facts behind the beautiful façade:
#TemperateHouse
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We couldn’t resist sharing this delightfully distinctive snowdrop, that's commonly known as the 'Grumpy snowdrop' (Galanthus elwesii) with markings that resemble two eyes and a down-turned mouth! ❄️
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It’s official... 📣
One of the rarest orchids on earth, the Florida Ghost Orchid (Dendrophylax lindenii) has flowered for the first time in the UK!
📍 You can find this rare beauty in the Princess of Wales Conservatory.
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Today we're wishing Sir David Attenborough a very happy birthday! 🎂 He is a true inspiration to us all, bringing nature into our homes and working to protect our natural world for future generations 🌍🌿
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A sea of yellow 💛
Daffodils (Narcissus) have been bred a lot over the years. Although there are only 36 species in the wild, there are a staggering 26,000 cultivated varieties!
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If you can't get to the Gardens, let us bring them to you. Visit Virtual Kew and roam the Gardens from the comfort of your home: 🌿
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Ahead of the official opening night tomorrow; here’s a little preview of some of our favourite
#ChristmasAtKew
light installations...
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How incredible is the underside structure of the giant waterlily? The lily pads of the Victoria amazonica can grow up to 2.8 metres wide! 💚
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The cutest tree we ever did see… 🌸
This Hall crabapple (Malus halliana) was purchased in a market in England in 1976, and is estimated to be about 50 years old.
📍 You can spot it blooming in our Bonsai House.
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Even the leaves of bonsai trees like this Japanese maple, (Acer Palmatum) change colour in autumn 🍁
Did you know that bonsai are not actually a dwarf form of trees? If they were taken out of their pots and planted in the open ground, they would revert to full-sized trees. 🌳
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PSA for those on Titan arum watch with us 👀
The Titan has grown lots over the weekend. We can't know for certain until it starts, but all signs point to a bloom this week 💚
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We're sad to announce that the old stone pine suffered a major collapse on 21 Oct and had to be removed for public safety.
This beloved tree was in the Gardens for over 250 years and was a favourite of many visitors. 💚
A suitable replacement tree will now be considered.
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We’re taking a moment to appreciate the spectacular bedding displays outside the Palm House and the Waterlily House 🌷🌼
📷: Alberto Trinco
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The orchid festival has officially opened! 🌺
This year our much-loved festival celebrates the beauty and diversity of Cameroon with vibrant displays made from thousands of orchids.
Discover more:
Supported by Cazenove Capital
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The Gardens have been transformed into a beautiful snowy wonderland thanks to the
#LondonSnow
❄️
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Surprise! Another Titan arum has begun to bloom 💚
Standing at 1.5 metres, this plant blooms for 24 hours every 7-12 years. So if you're hoping to see the flower for yourself, hurry down soon.
📍 Princess of Wales Conservatory, open 10am - 4pm
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15,000 panes of glass replaced; 116 urns restored; 180km of scaffolding required; 5,280 litres of paint used 🏗️ There's just one month to go until the reopening of the Temperate House, after undergoing the biggest renovation project in our history:
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Did you know that two drugs used in chemotherapy were developed from the Madagascar periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) 🌸
Nature represents a largely untapped medicine cabinet of treatments, and scientific advances enable us to explore their potential.
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Most plants flower by growing new shoots, but cacao trees are unusual. They produce flowers from their trunks which is called 'cauliflory'. Once in bloom, each flower usually only lasts a day 🌸
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Flowering on the edge of the Rock Garden, this unusual looking plant is Echium wildpretii 🌿 Echium is known for its tall growing blooms which are adorned with dainty flowers 🌺
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An incredible carpet of daisies has appeared beside the lake, creating the illusion of a dusting of snow 🌱
📷: Jeff Eden
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We’re taking a moment to enjoy the dazzling tulips along Cherry Walk 🌷🌸
📷: Jeff Eden
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We're wishing a happy birthday to Sir
#DavidAttenborough
and reflecting on his wise words… 🎂
“...the natural world is changing. And we are totally dependent on that world. It provides our food, water and air. It is the most precious thing we have, and we need to defend it."
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Today we're bringing the spectacular Prunus 'Asano' and tulips along Cherry Walk to you virtually 🌷🌸 Can you spot the Great Pagoda in the background?
🎥: Jeff Eden
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Trees play an important part in taking potentially harmful carbon out of the air. The 14,000 trees at Kew ‘draw down’ around 8.6 tonnes of carbon dioxide each year.
Learn more about the amazing ways trees help our cities 👉
#CleanAirDay
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This is the striking Jade Vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) that has started blooming in the Princess of Wales Conservatory.
Can you guess what creature pollinates the plant in the wild?
Pop your guesses below 👇
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Fungi rarely get the attention they deserve, especially as they are hidden in our soil, or within the bodies of plants, animals & even other fungi! Discover more about how incredible fungi are in the world's first ever State of the World's Fungi Report:
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The Prunus 'Asano' along Cherry Walk is looking spectacular 🌸 If you look closely, you can spot the tulips as they begin to bloom underneath the trees too 🌷
📷: Tony Kirkham
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Magnolia is blooming all over the Gardens, and we can't get enough 🤍
Let's see your photos 👇
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We love seeing the Waterlily House flourish 🌿🌺 These two photos were taken 8 weeks apart and shows just how quickly the glasshouse comes to life.
📷: Alberto Trinco
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Missed the Titan arum bloom this week? Then we've got some good news for you 👀
We have another Titan arum set to bloom soon, but only for another 24 hours. Keep an eye on our channels if you're hoping to experience the site (and stench) in person 💚
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We couldn’t resist sharing this delightfully distinctive snowdrop, that's commonly known as the 'Grumpy snowdrop' (Galanthus elwesii) with markings that resemble two eyes and a down-turned mouth! ❄️
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The blossom along Cherry Walk and behind the Temperate House is looking spectacular 🌸 With hundreds of blossom trees across Kew, these are just a few of the magnificent sights to see on a stroll through the Gardens.
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Looking for a slice of sunshine in the Gardens? These California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) may do the trick 🧡
These brightly coloured blooms pop up during the summer months as they thrive with full sunlight. ☀️
📍 Rock Garden
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The Giant waterlily, Victoria amazonica in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. Did you know that this glasshouse is the most complex at Kew - there are ten computer-controlled climatic zones under one roof!
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The trees around the Temperate House and the Palm House are bursting with delicate blossoms and it looks wonderful.
Thank you to Alberto from our horticulture team for sharing these glorious photos with us 🌸
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We're wishing Sir
#DavidAttenborough
a very happy birthday and reflecting on his wise words… 🎂
“...the natural world is changing. And we are totally dependent on that world. It provides our food, water and air. It is the most precious thing we have and we need to defend it."
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It’s time to stop and smell the roses! 🌹
Planted in the 1920s, our Rose Garden sits in the heart of the Gardens behind the Palm House, and it is looking (and smelling!) blooming marvellous.
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Daffodils swaying gently in the breeze, accompanied by peaceful birdsong; what a lovely way to start the day. 🐦🎶
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We are honoured that
@WellChild
chose the beautiful backdrop of Kew Gardens for their 2021 awards. It was such an inspiring event – our congratulations to all of the incredible people who were recognised today.
#WellChildAwards
Today our Patron The Duke of Sussex met 2021 WellChild Award winners at a garden party
@kewgardens
. The
#WellChildAwards
, in association with
@gsk
, looked different this year as we ensured attendees remained safe in line with
#COVID
guidelines. See some of our favourite photos.
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Did you know the sacred lotus can control the temperature of its flowers?
It can keep them above 30°C to attract insects! 🌡️
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Ahead of the official opening night tomorrow; here’s a little preview of some of our favourite
#ChristmasAtKew
displays✨
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This beautiful, intesnely blue Quesnelia seideliana is a species of bromeliad and it's native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
📷: Alberto Trinco
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Pretty in pink 🌸 Magnolia campbellii, or 'Pink Tulip Tree' is one of the first magnolia trees to bloom in the Gardens.
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With frosty mornings and low light, winter is a stunning time of year ❄️
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Can you guess what this pretty evergreen shrub is? It's native to Australia and New Zealand and is widely known and sought after for its medicinal properties.
Guess below 👇
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We’re taking a moment to enjoy the terrific tulips dotted along Cherry Walk... 🌷
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The Madagascan Christmas Orchid was one of Charles Darwin's many evolutionary predictions. He predicted that as the nectar was at the bottom of the long flower spur, a pollinator must exist with a tongue as long as the spur - 41 years later, such a moth was discovered!
#DarwinDay
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Studies have observed that just looking at a picture of green space can reduce stress levels. 🌿 If you're stuck at home and don’t have a suitable view, you can set your desktop background to a natural scene - here's what we're using as ours! What's on your screensaver?
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Sweet scents and soft colours 🌸Have you spotted any magnolia trees in bloom yet this year?
Did you know...? Many of Kew's magnolias date back to the early 1900s.
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It’s official: Victoria boliviana is the world’s largest giant waterlily. 🎉
The discovery made last year now holds the Guinness World Records titles for:
😱 Largest species of waterlily.
🍃 Largest waterlily leaf.
📏 Largest undivided leaf.
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We're in love with these bell-shaped flowers: Fritillaria meleagris.
They belong to the lily family and are commonly known as Snake's head fritillary. 🐍
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A welcome sight this time of year 🤍
Have you spotted any snowdrops yet?
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Did you know figs were probably the first cultivated fruit in history?! 🌱
People have been growing edible figs (Ficus carica) for over 11,000 years.
📍 Featured in the Plants of the Qur'an exhibition by Sue Wickison in the Shirley Sherwood Gallery.
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Borage (Borago officinalis) is a beautiful, classic flowering plant. The delicate star-shaped blooms are edible and have a subtle flavour of cool cucumber.
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This is the regal Laburnum arch in the Queen's Garden, originally home to Queen Charlotte and King George III.
Its golden yellow and sweet-scented flowers appear in chains (racemes) up to 25cm long! 💛
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Did you know..? Cacao is one of the most antioxidant rich fruits in the world. Eating it has also been shown to boost endorphins, a hormone that makes us calm and happy 😊
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Traditionally symbolising the hope of new life in the depths of winter, holly bushes are also a haven for birds and small mammals in the colder months as they give dense cover and protection.
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We’re taking a moment to enjoy the terrific tulips dotted along Cherry Walk... 🌷
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Today is the Northern Hemisphere's
#SpringEquinox
, which means that spring has officially sprung 🌱 We love seeing the Gardens come to life with colour, scents and spectacular blooms at this time of year 🌸
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Home to 4,500 plants, the Alps are incredible. However, they're also under threat...
#InternationalMountainDay
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If you're wandering through the Palm House, keep an eye out for these rare, trumpet-shaped flowers which belong to Osa pulchra. 👀
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Snowdrops swaying gently in the breeze, accompanied by the beautiful sound of birdsong 🎵 🌱
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Standing proudly behind The Waterlily House, this is the Paulownia kawakamii tree. It's commonly known as the sapphire dragon tree and it puts on a showy display of violet flowers before all of the green leaves appear in the summer 🌳💜
📷: Alberto Trinco
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Did you know..? Every single part of a pumpkin is edible. You can eat the skin, leaves, flowers, seeds, pulp, and even the stem. 🎃
If you're carving a pumpkin this weekend, what will you do with the leftovers?
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Matilda Smith (1854-1926) worked at Kew for 45 years; producing more than 2,300 drawings for Curtis’s Botanical Magazine. By 1898 she was the Magazine’s sole artist and was officially entered on to the payroll, becoming the Civil Service’s first Botanical Artist.
#IWD2020
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A carpet of blue has appeared in our Natural Area 🌱
Bluebells are beautiful wildflowers, and a great source of nectar in spring for bees, butterflies and hover flies. 🐝🦋
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The Gardens are looking like a wintery wonderland after the snowfall this afternoon ❄️
#UKSnow
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A fantastic carpet of blue has appeared in our Natural Area 🌱 Bluebells are beautiful wildflowers, and a great source of nectar in spring for bees, butterflies and hoverflies. 🐝🦋
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Can you name this plant? 👀
A giant herb which can grow as tall as a house and feeds over 20 million people in Ethiopia...
Comment below 👇
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Growing in our Mediterranean Garden, witch hazel (Hamamelis) fizzes with colourful winter flowers and a lemony scent 🍋 Extracts from its leaves and bark can also be used to soothe skin and eye irritations.
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Can you name this beautiful tree with distinctive flowers?
Add your guesses below 👇
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