Jennie believes spending time in her garden will bring comfort to the Duchess during her recovery, especially as spring and summer approach. She says being outdoors can lift Kate's spirits, especially after a harsh winter.
Catherine has always found inspiration in nature and seeing spring flowers in bloom can bring her hope and renewal, especially when she shares gardening with her children. Kate has often championed the benefits of outdoor activities for mental and physical health, much like her father-in-law, King Charles.
Kate has enjoyed the outdoors for years and shared her gardening experiences, such as growing potatoes in sacks in 2012 and taking part in community gardening projects. Last year, she supported a school gardening initiative, highlighting her son’s interest in growing fava beans at school.
Kate enjoys visiting garden centres, noting that they are great spaces for families and mentioning her children’s enthusiasm for gardening during lockdown.
One of her defining moments was at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in 2019, where she created a family-friendly garden with fun elements such as a treehouse and swings.
Gardening author George Plumptre has noted Kate’s genuine passion for gardening and her active involvement in it. Befitting her nickname ‘The Children’s Princess’, Kate has designed her garden with children in mind, with play areas for exploration and play. She believes that outdoor experiences are vital to children’s development and wellbeing.
Her co-designers have confirmed her hands-on involvement in the creation of the garden, with former RHS director Sue Biggs praising her contribution. Before the exhibition opened, Kate's children were among the first to enjoy the garden, with Prince George humorously rating it '20 out of 10'.
Kate shared her joy at passing on her fond childhood memories of gardening to her children.