This year has been the warmest on record

The UK is experiencing one of its hottest and wettest years on record, with implications for climate change. This has extended the flower growing season, boosting sales at markets like New Covent Garden. Despite some cooler months, the overall trend shows warmer conditions, raising concerns about long-term climate changes. The mild weather is expected to continue, though uncertainties in measurements prevent a definitive declaration of the hottest year.

What has been the impact of the record temperatures on flower growth in the UK?

• Shortened flower seasons

• Decrease in flower sales

• Extended flower seasons

• No change in flower seasons

Which flowers have had a longer season than expected at the New Covent Garden flower market?

• Tulips and Daisies

• Roses and Freesias

• Lilies and Sunflowers

• Orchids and Carnations

How did the flower seasons change according to Graham Diplock?

• They were unpredictable

• They remained the same

• They started earlier and ended later

• They started later and ended earlier

What weather event marked the beginning of the year?

• Heatwaves

• Torrential floods

• Snowstorms

• Droughts

Why is there uncertainty in declaring the year as the warmest on record?

• Disagreement among scientists

• Unpredictable weather patterns

• Lack of historical data

• Inaccurate temperature measurements