A FEAST of colour greeted visitors as the RHS Flower Show opened today at Tatton Park.
This five-day celebration has something for everyone, creating a great day out.
Crowds flocked to the opening day
Stunning displays, amazing flowers and imaginative gardens provide plenty of inspiration.
Everything on show is in tip top condition despite the recent searing heatwave.
Garden designer and TV presenter Joe Swift
Dedicated gardeners and designers worked in sweltering temperatures, soaring to 39 degrees on Tuesday, when the UK recorded its hottest ever day.
Yet everyone was determined that only the best would do.
A bride and groom under the romantic woodland canopy of the Trees of Unity floral installation
Judges were overwhelmed by the high standards and an array of cherished medals have been awarded.
Visitors chose their favourite flowers to take home
A refreshing breeze and gentle sunshine made it much more comfortable for visitors on Wednesday.
Visitors enjoyed glorious sunshine
Crowds rambled round, wheeling boxes crammed with precious plants and flowers to take home.
An astonishing array of flowers are on display
Encouraging everyone to become more eco-friendly is the big message from this year’s show.
Garden designer Rachel Platt
Excited schoolchildren from schools across Cheshire were proud to show off their allotments.
The best summer fruit and vegetables grown by enthusiastic growers across the north west
Plenty of simple sustainable ideas are demonstrated in an array of gardens.
Some of the country’s top growers are on hand to share their advice and knowledge.
The RHS Tatton Flower Show runs at Tatton Park until Sunday
Other highlights include workshops, talks, floristry and cookery demonstrations and boutique shopping.
To book tickets visit rhs.org.uk/tatton
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