Landscape & Urban Design Issue 31 2018 | Page 36

Plants and technology will be on display highlighting how different varieties can help address a number of urban challenges including pollution, flooding and food scarcity. flowers, experiencing the wonder of different orchids through the eyes of an insect. For the first time at an RHS Show a mass planting of over 12,000 Cosmos will create a striking vision of pink in front of the iconic Chatsworth House for visitors to walk amongst and enjoy the sweet scent and beauty of this elegant summer Suspended from the ceiling will be a riot of sculptural branches with large chandeliers dripping with mosses and tropical bromeliads from which will hang a further explosion of vibrant orchids. A Virtual Reality experience created by 3D expert and VR designer, Simon Mabey alongside Manchester Museum and Manchester University will immerse visitors further in the tropical display as they sit suspended amongst the 36 flower. The important role plants play within the city will be explored in the new Living Laboratory, showcasing some of the great ways plants can help both now and in the future as urban living intensifies. Plants and technology will be on display highlighting how different varieties can help address a number of urban challenges including pollution, flooding and food scarcity.