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Details of innovative new indoor gardening features at this year’s unmissable RHS Malvern Spring Festival in May

RHS Malvern Spring Festival Returns with a Fresh Focus on Indoor Gardening and Sustainability

The RHS Malvern Spring Festival, the first major RHS show of the year, is set to return to the Three Counties Showground, Malvern, from 8 – 11 May 2025. This four-day horticultural extravaganza will feature a special emphasis on cutting-edge, accessible, and sustainable indoor gardening.

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Celebrating ‘Plants & People’ at RHS Malvern Spring Festival

The 2025 theme, ‘Plants & People’, invites visitors to discover the powerful connections between plants and everyday life. From their role in the food we eat and the air we breathe to their impact on mental and physical well-being, the festival will highlight how we can effortlessly integrate plants into our lives for their many benefits.

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A key focus this year is indoor gardening, and following its highly successful debut last year, the Festival of Houseplants, in collaboration with Green Rooms Market, will return. Visitors can immerse themselves in a stunning showcase of indoor plants and learn how houseplants can be accessible, affordable, sustainable, and beneficial to overall well-being.

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Introducing RHS-Judged Indoor Plant Gardens – A Festival First

For the first time ever, RHS-judged Indoor Plant Gardens will be a major feature at the festival, showcasing creative ways to bring greenery into indoor spaces. Eight Indoor Plant Gardens will be judged by RHS experts, with the best designs receiving prestigious RHS medals.

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Notable entries include:

  • ‘Neo Flora’ by Megan Warren-Davis and John Tallis, a striking urban space highlighting the impact of anxiety and depression on teenagers, incorporating houseplants for their therapeutic benefits.

  • ‘Dibley’s Modern Garden Room: Engaging Colour and Texture’ by Dibleys Nurseries, which demonstrates how anyone can bring nature indoors, no matter their living space.

  • ‘The Sensory Sanctuary’ by Jonny Balchandani (The Bearded Plantaholic) and Mo Bhula (The Botanical Archive), inspired by tropical jungles and showcasing the calming power of sensory engagement through plants.

  • ‘Contemporary Living | A Modern Retreat’ by Botanical Interior Design, a post-pandemic-inspired indoor sanctuary promoting relaxation and well-being in urban environments.

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The Festival of Houseplants: A Must-Visit for Indoor Plant Enthusiasts

In addition to the Indoor Plant Gardens, the Festival of Houseplants will feature over 50 traders, independent houseplant shops, expert growers, and botanical designers offering an array of premium plants and gardening essentials. Visitors can shop for rare specimens, beautiful pots, peat-free growing mediums, and innovative self-watering planters.

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The Festival of Houseplants Theatre will host a dynamic lineup of speakers, including:

  • Ben Newell, Claire Lowrie & Grow Tropicals (Friday 9 May) – Tips for adding greenery to small spaces.

  • Memo C (@houseplantygoodness) (Friday 9 & Saturday 10 May) – How to understand houseplant signals, from yellowing leaves to slow growth.

  • Tessa Cobley (Ladybird Plant Care) (Thursday 8, Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 May) – Sustainable pest control using biological methods.

  • Jonny Balchandani & Mo Bhula (Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 May) – Creating an indoor jungle at home.

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Hands-On Creative Workshops

Visitors looking for a hands-on experience can participate in expert-led workshops, including:

  • Macramé Plant Hanger Making with Hot Pink Hangers (£25 per person, book here).

  • Living Wall Art Workshop with Memo from Houseplanty Goodness (£35 per person, book here).

  • Cacti & Succulent Pot-a-Long with Hayley from Mint Plants (£30 per person, book here).

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A festival highlight is The Plant Rescuer, Sarah Gerrard-Jones’s 12-foot-long Victorian-style greenhouse, designed in collaboration with Ottershaw Cacti. This immersive exhibition will feature rare succulents cultivated by Daniel Jackson, a renowned grower with over 30 RHS Gold Medals to his name.

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Beyond the Festival of Houseplants: A Celebration of Outdoor Gardening

The RHS Malvern Spring Festival offers a rich outdoor experience, featuring:

  • Eight RHS-Judged Show Gardens.

  • Two immersive feature gardens.

  • Inspirational School Gardens.

  • The Plant Village & Pavilions, packed with shopping opportunities.

  • The Floral Marquee, home to over 60 leading UK nurseries, including this year’s RHS Master Grower, Hare Spring Cottage Plants.

  • Hare Spring Cottage Plants, based in South Devon, holds National Collections of Camassias, Sidalcea, and Uvularia.

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Expert Talks, Live Cooking Demonstrations & Special Guests

A stellar line-up of horticultural experts, TV presenters, and celebrity chefs will take to the stage, including:

  • Alan Titchmarsh CBE.

  • BBC Gardeners’ World presenters Rachel de Thame, Adam Frost, and Frances Tophill.

  • Raymond Blanc OBE, who will deliver a fascinating talk on the intersection of gardening and culinary arts.

  • Marcus Bean (ITV This Morning), who will bring a sizzling line-up of live cooking demos to the Kitchen Garden Theatre.

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Get Your Tickets Now

Tickets for the RHS Malvern Spring Festival are on sale now, starting from £16 for a taster ticket, with free entry for under-16s.

Book your tickets today at rhsmalvern.co.uk.

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