The Latest Breaking News from Kew

Volcano-top orchid also named by scientists contending with extinctions caused by the human destruction of nature

Picture the scene: a cosy but grand rural retreat. A long mahogany table is dressed for Christmas with evergreen foliage. Flickering flames in a huge stone fireplace reflect off crystal chandeliers, gold candelabras, and the jewelled tiaras of ladies sitting down to dine. A parade of footmen arrives carrying 21…

Three names listed but concerns have been raised about a lack of local figures and speed of process

Discovered by researchers at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and partners, scientists have named the new to science species Pinanga subterranea.

From arts projects and boat races to a big (kids-appropriate) daytime rave, it’s time to get egg-cited, says Martha Alexander

Sally Hinchliffe was inspired to write Hare House by Dumfries and Galloway's history of witch trials

This summer saw vast tracts of parks and lawns scorched by drought in the UK, but more watering is not a sustainable solution. Patrick Barkham asks what the future holds for grass

The capital is preparing for the holiday spirit with seasonal street lights

Kew is ‘avoiding excessively using sprinklers during the day’ to reduce evaporation rates.