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National Gardening Week 2026

National Gardening Week, taking place from 27 April to 3 May, invites everyone to embrace curiosity in their gardens by slowing down, looking closer and discovering the small wonders that bring outdoor spaces to life

Get curious this National Gardening Week

Step outside, look a little closer and discover the hidden wonders waiting in every garden

Planting up a container

For 2026, we’re celebrating the simple pleasure of being curious in the garden. From the soft rustle of new leaves to the first signs of pollinators returning, every corner offers something worth noticing. Curiosity encourages us to pause, to explore and to enjoy the natural details that often go unseen.

Whether you garden on a windowsill or in a wide open plot, curiosity leads to better understanding and more rewarding moments outdoors. By asking questions, trying new ideas and observing how plants respond, gardeners of all abilities can deepen their connection with the spaces they care for.

Helping you stay curious

Enjoy fresh inspiration to help you look closer and try new things in your garden

What’s on at RHS Gardens

Discover events that spark curiosity and inspire you to see the RHS Gardens in new ways

What is National Gardening Week?

A week dedicated to encouraging more people to discover the joy of gardening

Ever since the first celebration in 2012, this annual event has grown in popularity. Each year National Gardening Week (NGW) sees thousands of people sharing their love of gardening, hosting events and talking about what they’re growing on .

The week also raises awareness of the difference that gardens and gardening can make to the lives of everyone in the UK. It helps to inspire more people, particularly the next generation of gardeners, to experience the joy of growing and creating beautiful green spaces.

Get involved

The RHS is the UK’s gardening charity, helping people and plants to grow - nurturing a healthier, happier world, one person and one plant at a time.