Malcolm Catlin, Chief Executive of Plant Healthy & Annalisa West, Marketing Consultant for Plant Healthy
Located within the RHS Experience area, our stand became a lively hub for conversation, questions and shared enthusiasm for plant health. It was fantastic to meet so many people who care deeply about protecting the plants, trees and landscapes we all enjoy.
Plant Healthy Director Malcolm Catlin said: "There are few better places to raise the profile of biosecurity, and of Plant Healthy, than the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Known across the world, it provides the perfect platform for conversations with the public, trade and officials. Overall, the week spent there was a huge success."
Stunning "Mother Nature" (Gaia) sculpture displayed at RHS Chelsea Flower Show - Carved from a single fallen redwood tree using a chainsaw by artist Chris Wood.
One of the highlights of the show was our interactive “How Plant Healthy Are You?” quiz, which proved hugely popular with visitors throughout the week. The quiz gave participants the chance to test their knowledge of everyday actions that can help reduce the spread of pests and diseases, while also entering our prize draw.
We are delighted to announce that the winner of the Chelsea Flower Show quiz is: Carol Robson from Herefordshire.
A special thank you goes to everyone who took part, whether on the stand at Chelsea or online via our website. The enthusiasm and engagement shown by visitors really highlighted the importance of making plant health accessible, practical and relevant to everyone, as we all have a role to play in protecting plant health. For those who haven't yet taken part, the quiz remains live on our website, giving people the opportunity to test how Plant Healthy they are and learn more about the simple actions that can help protect plants and the wider environment.
We were also proud to showcase the quiz with support from Plant Healthy Ambassador, Landscape Designer and BBC presenter Adam Frost, whose endorsement helped bring the message to life for audiences across the show.
Left to right: Malcolm Catlin, Chief Executive of Plant Healthy & Adam Frost, Landscape Designer, BBC Presenter & Plant Healthy Ambassador.
Working closely with the RHS as a key partner in the Plant Health Alliance, our presence at Chelsea also celebrated the shared commitment to improving plant biosecurity across horticulture. With all five RHS gardens and their retail outlets now Plant Healthy certified, the importance of leading by example continues to grow.
The week was also a great opportunity for wider engagement across the sector, supported by new resources, video content, social media activity and ongoing outreach designed to help both trade professionals and the public take simple, effective steps to protect plant health.
Above all, Chelsea reminded us how powerful face-to-face conversations can be. From seasoned growers to first-time visitors, the shared passion for plants was clear in every discussion.
We’re already looking forward to building on the momentum from this year’s show and welcoming more businesses to become Plant Healthy certified.
