Rare Bloom That Lights Up the Queen's Oasis

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It is a bloom that has not been seen in London by the public for more than 100 years.

But the sight of a rare white helliborine orchid is one the Queen is able to enjoy - as it is growing in her gardens at Buckingham Palace.

And walking through the 40 acres of land that make up her green oasis, there are countless trees covered in plaques to show they have been planted by kings, queens, emperors, princes and princesses.

Regarded as the Queen's private sanctuary where she is able to relax, and enjoy walking her corgis, the doors have finally been opened to the public through a special two part documentary which will be shown later this month on ITV.

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