I Won at the Chelsea Flower Show — Discover the World’s Most Stunning Gardens

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Gardener Tom Massey is enjoying a radiant moment following his achievement of winning a gold medal at Chelsea Flower Show this week.

The London A landscaper from the vicinity of Richmond Park in southwest London claimed his second consecutive prestigious gold medal following his display at the nation's premier floral exhibition.

Working alongside co-designer Je Ahn, they developed the AI-powered Avanade Intelligent Garden, making it one of the standout horticulture displays at this year’s event.

BBC presenter Adam Frost commended the garden for its variety during a tour, stating: ' He's built in layers - so the trees, the shrubs, and then we're down to the herbaceous plants, but within that, there's a huge amount of edibles.'

Tom informed MailOnline Travel that he has drawn inspiration from exploring some of Earth's most breathtaking natural havens. He encourages those who appreciate verdant landscapes to ensure they allocate time during their vacations to visit stunning gardens.

He said: ' Exploring gardens when travelling provides one of the richest means to engage with a destination—offering insights into the area’s customs, weather patterns, and natural environment via garden architecture.

Gardens narrate tales of human coexistence with nature, and every single garden discloses something distinctive about its surroundings and inhabitants.

In this piece, the gold-medal recipient from the Chelsea Flower Show shares his top garden selections globally.

The High Line, New York City , USA

A raised linear park constructed atop an old freight railway, the High Line serves as a worldwide exemplar for revitalizing urban areas.

Created by James Corner Field Operations along with Piet Oudolf’s plant design, this area highlights local and weather-adaptable varieties within an eye-catching, enveloping environment.

Westergasfabriek, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Previously a polluted gasworks location, Westergasfabriek has been reborn as a vibrant cultural and eco-friendly park.

This project showcases cutting-edge water purification technology, vibrant wildflower fields, and eco-friendly design, illustrating how damaged landscapes can be transformed into stunningly beautiful spaces.

The Superkilen, Copenhagen, Denmark

An innovative instance of sustainable urban development, Superkilen merges climate-adaptive design with community integration.

Materials that have been recycled, plants capable of surviving droughts, along with components gathered from communities globally contribute to this vibrant display celebrating variety and the toughness of city life.

Olympic Park, London

Originating from the 2012 Games, this park serves as a standard for eco-friendly urban planning. It uses swales, wetlands, and natural plantings to handle stormwater sustainably, while newly planted woods and meadows boost biodiversity and offer lasting advantages for the community.

Gardens by the Bay (Bay East), Singapore

Past the well-known Supertrees, Bay East provides a calmer, more environmentally oriented encounter.

It incorporates indigenous wetland vegetation, rainwater collection systems, and natural ventilation techniques, demonstrating how urban areas in warm regions can transform public spaces in an eco-friendly manner.

Naoshima Island, Japan

Not a garden in the conventional sense, but a deeply considered landscape where art, architecture, and nature coexist.

Naoshima invites slow, sensory engagement with place, and its sensitive design ethos aligns with the values of sustainable and immersive garden design.

Castlefield Viaduct, Manchester

A National Trust project transforming a disused railway viaduct into an elevated urban park.

The Castlefield Viaduct promotes nature-driven rejuvenation through planters brimming with indigenous and bee-friendly flora, simultaneously testing fresh methods for urban green infrastructure.

The WaterAid display garden I created for RHS Chelsea 2024 will be moved here in Spring 2026 as part of the second stage expansion project.

Tom Massey serves as the Ambassador for Chase Spirits, collaborating with them to inspire individuals to embrace the adventurous spirit; learn more at chasespirits.co.uk

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