Hillier won its 74th consecutive gold medal at this years' RHS Chelsea Flower Show, maintaining the company's record as the most successful exhibitor in Chelsea history.

The Hillier Garden, sponsored by Stihl, was also a debut Chelsea Gold for designer Lilly Gomm, who won a silver gilt for her garden at Hampton Court last year.

The garden – a blend of contemporary and traditional themes – featured thousands of plants and a striking water feature designed to be viewed from any angle.

George Hillier, fifth generation family member and director of property at Hillier, said: “We get asked if we get complacent about getting gold - if anything it's the opposite. Each year, nerves and anticipation seem to run higher than ever. Thankfully we have a fantastic team and are incredibly fortunate to be working with our new designer, Lilly. Everyone at Hillier works so hard all year round to make Chelsea happen and this is a truly wonderful recognition of that.”

The garden featured three new plants that have been grown by Hillier Nurseries – Weigela 'Picobella Rosa', Isoplexis isabelliana 'Bella' and Cordyline 'Pink Star'.

Lilly Gomm said: “I am feeling so many emotions since receiving this medal - happiness, shock, relief! I am beyond thrilled that we have been able to carry on the momentum and win a 74th consecutive gold for Hillier. It has reiterated that all our hard work has paid off.”