The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) lifts its Chelsea gnome ban for only the second time in the show’s history, allowing gnome-themed displays at the Chelsea Flower Show. Both reports say the exemption enables participants to include gnome garden decorations among the event’s attractions. The coverage also describes a “gnome-coming” theme, highlighting that celebrities and other stars take part in decorating garden favourites as part of the show. While the sources focus on the return of gnomes, they do not provide additional details about the specific rules being relaxed or the criteria for entries beyond the fact that the ban is lifted for this edition. The reports indicate that the decision marks a rare departure from previous restrictions, reflecting the RHS’s general policy on the inclusion of gnomes at the prestigious event. Overall, the news relates to a change in longstanding show rules and how it shapes the look and content of gardens presented at Chelsea this year.