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Chelsea Flower Show Debuts Roses Honoring King Charles III and Princess Catherine

The prestigious gardening event highlights royal tributes, innovative exhibits, and accessibility concerns as it runs through May 24.

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Overview

  • Two newly bred roses, 'King's Rose' and 'Catherine's Rose,' were unveiled, featuring distinctive pink-white stripes and vibrant pink hues respectively.
  • King Charles III attended the event using a walking stick, marking his ongoing public appearances during cancer treatment.
  • The show, a staple of the British social calendar, has drawn notable figures like David Beckham and Cate Blanchett, with daily BBC coverage enhancing its prominence.
  • Ticket prices reaching up to £138 have sparked criticism of the event's exclusivity, with some attendees describing it as overcrowded and overpriced.
  • Monty Don's dog-friendly garden has gained attention, though the absence of royal dogs, despite recent adoptions by Queen Camilla, has been noted.