A Dash of Lavender at Chelsea Physic

Some of the most potent symbols of queerness come from the natural world: like pansies, fruits, and especially, lavender. And this fragrant herb is getting a moment in the spotlight at ‘A Dash of Lavender’, Chelsea Physic Garden’s collaboration with Queer Botany in honour of LGBTQ+ history month. Visitors to the garden can pick up a printed map which shares stories about plants from a queer perspective. And as part of the month’s festivities, there’s also a series of ticketed talks and events, including a botanical sock-dying workshop, a guided walk through the gardens, and a poetry reading.