FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Kew org - The Untold Story

British food was complex, multicultural and flavourful in the 18th century – despite what you might think

The stereotype of bland British food is notorious, and people mock the horrors of jellied eels and overcooked vegetables. Even roast beef and pudding are seen as uninspired compared to the cuisines of other nations. But British food is and has historically been complex, multicultural, and flavourful.

The Conversation · Sep 14

Storms from El Niño could risk trees disappearing from England’s landscape, expert warns

An expert warned some tree species like oak and beech could disappear from England’s landscape

The Independent UK · Sep 2

Pacific island’s coconut plantations became an “avian desert”; scientists say native vegetation must return after rats are removed

Across tropical islands in the Pacific and Indian Ocean, the arrival of people brought more than permanent settlements. Forests were cleared, invasive predators were introduced, and large areas were converted into coconut plantations for commercial production. On some islands, the coconut industry eventually declined, but the plantations remained, leaving behind…

The Times of India · Aug 31

Climate crisis is changing when plants flower, artificial intelligence study finds

A global study using AI to analyse eight million digitalised plant specimens dating back a century revealed flowering has shifted by 2.5 days earlier or later per decade on average

The Independent UK · Jun 15

Scientists race to collect the last seeds from a critically endangered tree before it goes extinct

Seeds from the last surviving wild Dendroseris neriifolia tree are now stored in Kew Gardens' Millennium Seed Bank as researchers work to find ways to reintroduce the species into the wild.

LiveScience · Jun 5

Tweed! Barbours! Pie-crust collars! Has Rivals revived the Sloane Ranger?

While the 1980s Sloane was distinctly uncool, the modern version is rather chic, writes Jessica Burrell

Evening Standard · May 15

Where to buy garden lounge sets for relaxing outside in style – these are my 8 favourite places to shop, from budget to luxury

This is where to get stylish and comfortable outdoor lounge sets, and most of them are currently on sale

Ideal Home · Apr 1

Fly-arousing orchid and zombie fungus among 2025 botanical and fungal finds

Botanists also name an overlooked snowdrop growing in the UK and a fruit that tastes like banana and guava

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8

Midwinter magic at Kew: the perfect Twixmas treat

Polly Dunbar takes five-year-old Nat on a festive visit to a twinkling, fairytale world, thanks to Mastercard Priceless Experiences

The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2025

One million LEDs: Kew Gardens unveils new Christmas light trail

Kew Gardens' Christmas light trail blends art and conservation with fibre optic displays, celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Millennium Seed Bank.

Euronews · Nov 14, 2025