The bestselling week-to-view Royal Horticultural Society Desk Diary returns for 2027, showcasing exquisite botanical illustrations by Lilian Snelling (1879–1972) from the renowned RHS Lindley Library.

Beautifully produced, the diary is illustrated in colour throughout and includes practical features such as a silk ribbon marker and internal storage pocket, helping you stay organised in style. 

The Lindley Library contains among the world’s finest archives of botanical art, literature and manuscripts, preserving more than five hundred years of horticultural history. Housing everything from rare books and historic journals to original drawings, prints and paintings, the collections provide an unrivalled record of the way plants have been studied, illustrated and celebrated across the centuries. 

Within this treasure trove, Lilian Snelling’s work stands out for its remarkable blend of scientific precision and artistic elegance. Snelling is celebrated as one of the most skilled botanical artists of the twentieth century, admired for her ability to capture plants in vivid detail. Her illustrations bring together accuracy and timeless beauty, offering an inspiring companion for every week of the year. 

Blending practicality with beauty, the RHS Desk Diary 2027 is both a functional planner and a collectible celebration of botanical heritage, making it an ideal gift for gardeners, plant lovers, or anyone looking to brighten their desk or home office.