This sample of monkey orchid seeds was found to be 86% viable, which is a good result. Collectors were careful not to sample ...

This October, Kew Gardens invites visitors to explore Rare and Extinct, a month-long celebration of the world's most threatened plants. From 19 October – 17 November 2024, visitors will have the ...

I head the Identification and Naming Department, which comprises four Teams (Africa & Madagascar, Americas, Asia and Mycology). Each undertakes fundamental taxonomic research and inventories, whilst ...

Madagascar is the world’s fourth largest island and a global biodiversity hotspot. Vast grasslands shaped by ancient creatures, tropical forests and deserts are just some of the ecosystems found on ...

Join Alex, Rosie and Issy, Kew’s Curator Mycologists, as they explore the Fungarium, possibly the biggest collection of fungi specimens in the world. Meet weird and wonderful specimens, like the ...

Find opening and closing times for the Gardens, attractions, cafés, restaurants, shops and car park. Opening and closing times are seasonal and vary throughout the year. We may occasionally need to ...

On December 24, the last entry at Brentford Gate and Elizabeth Gate is 6.20pm, and the last entry at Victoria Gate at 7pm (these are new timings for 2024). Tickets for Christmas at Kew do not include ...

Cambridge Cottage is the perfect setting for an intimate wedding with your nearest and dearest. This charming period building accommodates up to 80 guests for a seated ceremony and reception dinner, ...

Like other gourds, the snake gourd is a member of the pumpkin family (Cucurbitaceae) and has seeds similar to its cousin the water melon (Citrullus lanatus), although slightly more eccentric, sporting ...

Whilst we were closed, we lost vital income that supported our world-class horticultural and conservation work. We need your help more than ever to protect the future of Kew. If you can't get to the ...

Our Elizabethan Mansion is an intimate venue set at the head of formal lawns which span out into a more relaxed wild botanic landscape. It's a perfect setting whatever the season. The moment you step ...

Only 30 mins from Central London. Our four gates can be accessed by rail, bus or river. Parking is limited.