The four Queens of Chelsea – Victoria, Alexandra, Mary & Elizabeth’s passion for the Chelsea Flower Show – Royal Central

Photo of Queen Elizabeth II by Stephen Lock / i-Images The Chelsea Flower Show has been one of the highlights of the British social calendar for over 150 years, delighting…

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How Queen Victoria nurtured the Chelsea Flower Show into a highlight of the British social calendar – Royal Central

One of Queen Victoria’s great loves was horticulture and gardening, and throughout her long reign, she used the symbolism of flowers to express her love for Prince Albert. It is…

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