Dig Deeper is an ongoing series that delves into the stories behind plants and fungi you know and love. Meet experts from Kew ...

Without genetic diversity, tomorrow’s forests might not survive. But we've found the solution to help them thrive in an uncertain future. Once upon a time, the UK had a lot more trees. In fact, much ...

Shade-grown coffee plantations can be powerful allies in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss. The use of native trees can provide habitats for wildlife, protect soil health, and ...

Queen Charlotte’s Cottage was created in 1771 in an area of the Gardens known as ‘the wilderness’. While the folly was used by Queen Charlotte, King George III’s wife, many animals were kept in the ...

Kew's scientists and international partners share their 10 favourite species named as new to science in the past 12 months. It's been another busy year here at Kew, with our scientists and their ...

Forests are finely tuned to the rhythms of climate. We see these rhythms every year, as leaves fall in autumn and newly formed buds open in spring. Flowers bloom, and seeds are set on a seasonal ...

Back in 1994, field officer David Noble was exploring the Blue Mountains of eastern Australia when he came across a small group of trees of a species that had never been seen before – later named the ...

Discover Kew’s work in collaboration with local partners to safeguard a sustainable future for this Caribbean island's threatened forests If when you think of the Caribbean islands you picture white ...

Discover the stories behind why these four iconic plants were adopted as symbols of resilience and resistance by the LGBTQ+ community. We value plants for a number of reasons; their scientific ...

RBG Kew’s fifth State of the World’s report, published today, lays out the current condition of the world’s plants and fungi globally. Based on the work of 200 international researchers and covering ...

The floral designs of henna skin art are as intricate as they are timeless. This plant-based dye has a rich history of use on both skin and hair, as well as fabrics. Read on to discover more about ...

‘We are connected in every single way. We are nature.’ – Fearne Cotton, British broadcaster, writer and founder of Happy Place. Tune in to nature and the natural world with these simple steps on your ...