Journal
Ideas, inspiration and stories from the studio
Here you’ll find updates from current projects, insights into our design process, seasonal planting advice and a glimpse behind the scenes at Rob Hardy & Co.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: Selecting Stone, Crafting the Foundations of Our Garden
Behind the scenes of Chelsea Flower Show 2026, the material palette for our garden is taking shape. From sourcing exclusive Irish sandstone for the water feature to reworking reclaimed Luciano stone into bespoke planks, each decision is made with care and intent. Discover how hand selecting boulders, refining textures and working closely with skilled suppliers brings depth, character and quiet precision to the foundations of the garden.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: planting preparations
Behind the scenes of Chelsea Flower Show 2026, our planting preparations are in full swing. From selecting specimen trees at the nursery to mapping out the garden at full scale, this is where design meets nature. Discover how careful planning, timing and adaptability come together to ensure every plant reaches its peak for show week.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: talking all things Chelsea on BBC Radio Leeds
As part of our journey to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, Rob recently spoke with Gayle Lofthouse on BBC Radio Leeds about the development of our show garden. In this post, we share highlights from the interview, discussing the inspiration behind the design, the story of the garden, and what lies ahead as we prepare for Chelsea 2026.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: Developing the reciprocal frame at the heart of our garden
As we prepare for the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, we’re sharing the development of the reciprocal frame at the heart of our garden design. From early matchstick models to a crafted timber structure, this post explores how the reciprocal frame was designed, engineered and made — and why it has become a powerful symbol of collaboration and shared purpose within our Chelsea garden.
Chelsea Flower Show 2026: finalising our plant list at Provender Nurseries
Join us behind the scenes as we visit Provender Nurseries to refine our plant list and progress our RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 garden. Discover how expert discussions, planning, and collaboration are shaping the final design.