A container garden features a brick wall, copper pipe water feature, verdigris pots, metal bistro set, and lush pink roses and hostas.
Container Garden Gold Medal

The Whittard of Chelsea Garden

Designed by Ollie Pike
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Imagine a small London courtyard owned by a refined, maverick tea enthusiast. An eclectic mix of containers, each with a colourful patina, has been reclaimed and repurposed into charming planters. Together, they form a cosy seating area, enclosed by lush planting.

Celebrating 140 years of the simple, peaceful pleasure of enjoying a Whittard of Chelsea unique tea blend, this garden transforms a small Chelsea courtyard into a tranquil retreat. Here, nature, tea and wonder come together to create the perfect sanctuary - a place to pause, reflect and savour the moment.

The act of pouring tea holds deep cultural significance and is often considered an art form. The beauty and sound of the pour inspire the garden's design, where a network of copper pipes winds through the space, mimicking this ritual with graceful streams of water that enhance the serene atmosphere.

Rich in fragrance and colour, the garden features many of the ingredients found in Whittard's infusions. Just like Whittard of Chelsea, the garden celebrates the art of transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary.

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Key Plants 5

Trees 1

Structure 3

Herbaceous & Bulbs 29

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