LONDON, UK, May 24, 2011 - Grenada has won its 9th Gold Medal at the Royal
Horticultural Society’s (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show taking place in London, UK at
the Grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
Castaway, the name of the exhibit, depicts the changes in climate that behind
the tropical idyll a potential threat is posed to the tiny Caribbean Island.
“Grenada chairs the Association of Small Island States (AOSIS) made
up of more than 40 small islands from round the world”, says Suzanne Gaywood,
Team Leader. “We want to send a clear
message about the importance of preserving the natural riches of islands like
Grenada for future generations. Action
now to embrace sustainability can help to ensure Grenada survives as a paradise
for the castaways of today and tomorrow, and RHS Chelsea provides an
opportunity to raise environmental awareness.’’
A feature of the 2011 exhibit is a bamboo shack topped with a
traditional straw roof and just the suggestion of a nearby jetty on the
deserted beach. The main focus is the
flamboyant array of flowers foliage and spices which adorn the scene and weave
a magic which ensures no castaway would wish to leave such a beautiful,
tranquil spot.
The exhibit is sponsored by The Grenada Board of Tourism; Peter
& Lana De Savary for Mt Cinnamon & Port Louis; The Calabash Hotel; The
Coyaba Beach Resort; Lanwades Stud; Seafreight Line; John & Joan Buckenham;
Hyde Park Tropical Garden; The Hort. Soc. of Grenada; Petite Anse Hotel; Reg
& Trish Scarlett; British Airways (Grenada); Virgin Atlantic; & La Grenade Gardens.
The High Commissioner was high in praise for the efforts of the
Grenada-at-Chelsea Team who worked tirelessly for months in preparing the plant
material and during the past week with the build-up of the exhibit. “This year
is again a great boost for Grenada’s Tourism product thanks to your dedicated
efforts, we thank you”, the High
Commissioner said.
Team Grenada was joined on Press day, Monday 23rd
May, by Celebrity chef Gary Rhodes OBE, High Commissioner for Grenada, HE Ruth
Elizabeth Rouse and Sharon Bernstein, Grenada Board of Tourism (UK).
For further information contact:-
Suzanne Gaywood, Exhibitor/ Designer
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