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  Garden Makers Competition

 A Place for Play
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 Designed by Victoria Stanton

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  Show Royal Windsor Flower Show

 Year 2026

 Category Garden Makers Competition

  About this garden

 The story
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For generations, the natural world has been both playground and classroom, encouraging a timeless connection through exploration, measured risk and joyful discovery. The border is designed with a dual purpose; to be a small-world, scaled play space within nature and in addition, a concept that can evolve and expand into life-sized reality. It celebrates the vital role of plants in play - within a snug, immersive setting, grasses become wind instruments, herbs inspire magical potions, foraged twigs form structures and flowers invite friendly pollinators. Thoughtful planting and a considered use of space encourage hands-on discovery. Here, curiosity is sparked, confidence blossoms and play is deeply rooted in nature.

  The people behind it

 Designer
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- [ ![Victoria Stanton](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/victoria-stanton/profile_photo.webp)

    Victoria Stanton

    Designer

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