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Montagu Don OBE VMH is a British horticulturist, broadcaster and gardening writer who is best known as the lead presenter of the BBC gardening television series Gardeners' World.

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JENNI MURRAY: I can't think of anything worse to do to a dead parent

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Turn your plot into a pet haven: Take a lead from Monty Don and keep beloved dogs safe and happy says Ciar Byrne

19/01/25 20:44

Monty Don's dogs - Ned the golden retriever, Patti the Yorkshire terrier and the much-missed Nigel and Nellie - have delighted viewers of BBC's Gardeners' World for years. So it is only fitting that the RHS has announced that the first ever show garden designed by Monty for the Chelsea Flower Show , where we are more used to seeing him as the TV host, will be a dog-friendly space. Details of the garden, designed with the help of a team led by Jamie Butterworth, are still under wraps. But if you have pets, there are plenty of measures you can take to make sure your garden is a happy and safe place for them....read

JENNI MURRAY: I can't think of anything worse that a child could do to a dead parent than this. If my sons ever did it to me, I'd haunt them!
15/01/25 16:58
Michael Parkinson and I had a great deal in common. Working-class kids from Barnsley, we knew instinctively how to carry out a great interview. But his fate has given me the shivers.
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Monty Don and his wife were trapped by rising waters at his Gardeners' World home as TV star says floods are 'proving to be a bigger problem than drought'
10/01/25 07:15
The horticulturist and broadcaster posted videos onto social media this week of floodwater surrounding his home in Longmeadow in Herefordshire.
Monty Don reveals the four vegetables every gardener should plant right now
09/01/25 13:18
The BBC Gardeners' World host, 69, has shared his top tips for optimum vegetable growth this spring, and it all begins with sowing a variety of seeds during the colder months.
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Monty Don addresses his future on Gardeners' World as major change with job away from hit BBC show is revealed
31/12/24 10:17
The Gardeners' World star, 69, was forced to cancel six gigs during his An Audience With Monty Don tour after he had to stay in hospital for several days.
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Monty Don returns to stage for the first time after being forced to cancel gigs over health scare that left him hospitalised
01/12/24 13:22
Monty Don has returned to the stage on Saturday for the first time after being rushed to A&E following a mystery health scare.
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LL Cool J 'chased Gardeners' World host Monty Don to ask for a selfie as rapper reveals himself to be a VERY unlikely fan of the BBC horticulturist'
11/11/24 20:12
The US rapper, 56, is said to have stopped the BBC horticulturist in the corridors of the studios in Salford, where he outed himself as a huge fan.
Gardeners' World fans complain 'I've been dreading this' as Monty Don shares 'sad' news about 'last' BBC episode
08/11/24 16:57
The presenter, 68, revealed the BBC show will air it's 'last' episode this week much to the disappointment of viewers.
Green pooch haven! Gardener's World star Monty Don to design tail-wagging dog-themed garden for his debut entry at the Chelsea Flower Show
21/10/24 23:03
Don's garden will be aimed at the nation's dog owners wanting beautiful spaces for them and their pets, and inspire the millions of dog lovers at home to create green havens for them and their pets.
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Inside Monty Don's turbulent childhood: Upbringing of Gardener's World presenter was marred by tragedy and illness
05/10/24 08:09
At 69, BBC Gardeners' World star Monty Don is a national treasure whose calm demeanor and gardening expertise has inspired millions - but his journey to success hasn't been all roses.
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Monty Don says one garden task is the 'most essential' throughout September and October
28/09/24 07:37
During the autumn months in the UK, it's crucial for gardeners to begin preparing their outdoor spaces for thriving blooms the following spring - and Monty Don reveals which task should take priority.
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Monty Don reveals baffling reason he always wears a scarf on Gardeners' World - and the shocking moment he was hosed down by producers on BBC set
21/09/24 08:47
Monty Don has revealed the baffling reason he always wears a scarf on Gardeners' World.
Inside the life of Monty Don's co-host Rachel de Thame's private life from breast cancer battle to budding film career
23/08/24 16:29
Who is Rachel de Thame, Monty Don's co-host on BBC Gardeners' World, whose passion for plants has made her a household name? Here, FEMAIL takes a deep dive on the private TV star.
Monty Don U-turns on his belief that homegrown veg is always better - as he admits shop-bought produce can be just as tasty
15/08/24 18:03
The gardener said he has grown vegetables since he was a child and admitted that throughout his life he has 'steadfastly adhered' to the view that homegrown food is 'always better'.
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Monty Don reveals three common plants that need a 'good soak' or their flowers won't bloom
09/08/24 16:06
The Gardeners' World presenter explained that while we have had enough rain this month 'to keep everything looking lush and healthy' August is no time to put down the watering can.
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Return of the lawn! Monty Don admits he has now succumbed to regularly mowing his garden in a shift away from controversial rewilding
22/07/24 07:57
Gardening legend Monty Don, who once insisted lawns should be filled with long grass, has now succumbed to regular mowing.
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Gardening is about 'getting the space right'... so don't be afraid of a good old lawnmower to encourage your grandkids to play on a tightly-clipped patch of green, says Monty Don
22/07/24 00:58
Monty Don has for years been a supported of rewilding efforts but in a dramatic u-turn he has now snubbed the popular No Mow May campaign.
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Gardeners' World star Monty Don reveals his simple three-step plan to defend your garden against slugs and snails
19/07/24 15:59
Monty Don shared three tips to ensure your garden stays free from the slugs and snails which are taking over the UK during an interview with BBC Gardener's World Magazine.
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Eagle-eyed Gardeners' World viewers question Monty Don's plant of the week choice due its 'invasive qualities'
03/07/24 15:07
The celebrity gardener left viewers unsure on his latest pick on Gardeners' World. Don, 68, said the self-seeding plant would help fill borders all summer - but it's one that's long been considered invasive.
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Monty Don shares gardening jobs you must do now in July for the perfect summer garden - and reveals four plants that must be pruned immediately for 'repeat flowering' and 'regrowth'
02/07/24 07:15
BBC Gardeners' World host Monty Don, 68, has shared gardening jobs for green-fingered enthusiasts to do in July - and reveals three plants that need to be pruned immediately for optimum growth.
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Monty Don calls Chelsea Flower Show competitions 'meaningless' and says gardeners should instead give their 'hearts and souls' to their creations
21/06/24 09:30
The Gardeners' World presenter dismissed the popular annual show as a 'game' with a 'medal mentality', producing 'joyously inspiring' but not necessarily good gardens.
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Gardening guru Monty Don, 68, finally caves in and sows lawn after years of resistance... so his grandchildren can 'charge up and down' his Long Walk without bashing into plants
16/06/24 21:06
For years gardening guru Monty Don, 68, has resisted getting a lawn at his Longmeadow home in Herefordshire, but has relented after watching his three grandchildren playing outside.
Chelsea Garden Show winner has Garden to heal your spirit: First-time entrant Ula Maria admits being overwhelmed when her design - inspired by healing 'forest bathing' trend in Japan - took the top prize
21/05/24 22:39
Her creation - which is called the Muscular Dystrophy UK Forest Bathing Garden - features white and mauve flowers reminiscent of a woodland glade.
Monty Don is slammed by Chelsea Flower Show viewers for 'dismissing' female best in show winner and hinting two men should have won instead
21/05/24 21:48
The Gardeners' World star, 68, who presents the BBC coverage alongside his co-star Joe Swift, was criticised for 'dismissing' winner Ula Maria.
Gardening fans poke fun at Monty Don for his outfit at Chelsea Flower Show - joking his creased navy suit makes him 'look like a bus conductor'
20/05/24 20:36
Monty Don, 68, appeared at the highly publicised gardening event of the year in London dressed in a creased navy shirt blazer.
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Trowels at dawn! Inside rivalry between Alan Titchmarsh and his friend Monty Don after Ground Force star who was once the BBC's go-to horticulturalist said he was 'hurt' at being 'dumped' for his presenting rival
18/05/24 07:52
Monty Don took over the role of main presenter on Gardener's World after taking over from Ilkley man Alan Titchmarsh in 2003. He has since captured the hearts of nature lovers and the nation.
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Monty Don's tried and tested 'Chelsea Chop' gardening hack guarantees long-lasting flowers
12/05/24 14:22
According to BBC Gardeners' World host Monty Don, 68, there's a gardening hack known as the Chelsea Chop, which promises extended beauty and vitality to our beloved blooms into autumn.
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Gardeners' World star Monty Don pays a sweet tribute to his beloved dog Nell months after her death as fans praise him for the 'lovely idea'
04/05/24 00:06
Gardeners' World star Monty Don tragically revealed last year that his beloved dog Nell had died of cancer - three years after losing his Golden Retriever Nigel.
Monty Don fans are left emotional after Gardeners' World star reveals 'perfect' tribute to his beloved dog Nell hidden in his garden six months after her death
03/05/24 17:00
Monty Don fans have gushed over the 'discreet' and 'perfect' tribute to his beloved dog Nell hidden in his garden, revealed in a touching Instagram post by the 68-year-old BBC Gardeners' World star.
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Monty Don reveals exact date you should mow your lawn for a healthy, biodiverse garden
03/05/24 13:00
BBC Gardeners' World host Monty Don, 68, has warned that gardeners across the UK should wait until after a particular date to begin mowing the lawn - as it can compromise growth next spring.
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Experts reveal the gardening jobs you must do in May to create the perfect outdoor space and get the most out of your plants
28/04/24 10:46
British gardeners Monty Don, Mick Lavelle and Sarah Raven revealed some of their top tips for gardening in May so Brits can start crafting their dream garden once it gets a little sunnier.
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Golden tulip named after King Charles will bloom in Britain after being 'baptised' with champagne in the Netherlands and planted in Monty Don's garden
26/04/24 14:34
The golden yellow 'Tulipa King Charles III' was 'christened' at the world's largest tulip garden in Amsterdam, where it's expected to be a star attraction at the park's annual flower exhibition.
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Monty Don reveals the eight gardening jobs you must do now in April to get your garden summer ready
02/04/24 17:10
Despite the rainy start to the month, the British Gardeners' World presenter, 68, reassured green-fingered fans that the disappointing climate shouldn't put an end to preparations.
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Experts reveal 10 common mistakes amateur gardeners make - and share their top tips on how you can avoid them
30/03/24 14:01
With Easter just around the corner, many Britons may consider dipping their toes into gardening for the first time - but experts at Livingetc and Garden Ninja have warned of some common mistakes.
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Monty Don issues warning over jobs you must do now to get your garden summer ready
29/03/24 18:00
BBC Gardeners' World host Monty Don, 68, has offered four valuable tips to ensure your garden bursts into bloom, before April's unruly weather brings some gardening jobs to a standstill.
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Gardeners are warned they could be fined £1,000 over little-known law if their hedge is allowed to grow 'unchecked'
26/03/24 16:03
As part of the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003, people in the UK that suffer with neighbours who have pesky hedges next door are somewhat protected, Birmingham Live reported.
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The real reason Monty Don is always wearing a scarf while filming
15/03/24 17:40
Eagle-eyed fans of Monty Don have noticed that the horticulturalist is always donning one specific accessory - a scarf. After lots of speculation, the broadcaster finally revealed why.
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Monty Don issues warning to gardeners over simple March task you must do now in your garden to ensure you get a 'good lawn'
15/03/24 17:00
Gardeners' World star Monty Don has issued a warning about one particular spring practice, explaining it could result in your garden having a less than perfect lawn if not done correctly.
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Gardeners' World star Monty Don makes surprise admission that TV gardening shows are a bit of a con
15/03/24 16:31
The horticultural presenter, 68, revealed what is really wrong with the format of gardening programmes as he admitted that the limited time in television doesn't result in good gardening.
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15/03/24 13:39
Inside Monty Don's health battle Inside Monty Don's stunning personal garden at home
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Monty Don issues warning over common spring gardening practice - and advises people to wait until June before carrying it out
08/03/24 17:08
Gardeners' World star Monty Don has issued a crucial piece of advice, warning green-fingered Britons to hold off and wait until 'at least June' to do this one gardening task.
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Monty Don fans delighted as Gardeners' World star confirms filming for new series of popular BBC show is underway and gives behind the scenes preview
07/03/24 17:54
Monty Don , 68, recently posted an image to his Instagram page confirming filming of the next season of popular BBC Two programme Gardeners' World.
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Monty Don reveals how to tell if your soil is ready for planting in March
06/03/24 16:23
Gardeners' World star Monty Don recently posted a March blog, instructing gardeners across Britain to check that their soil is ready for planting before they take the plunge this Spring.
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Monty Don reveals previously unseen photo of his beloved Golden Retriever Ned as a puppy
06/03/24 07:37
Gardeners' World star Monty Don has delighted fans by sharing a sweet unearthed photo of his beloved dog Ned as a puppy. Fans gushed over the cute pup in the comments.
Inside Monty Don's staggeringly beautiful and deeply personal Longmeadow gardens at home where the Gardener's World host raised his three children
02/03/24 12:54
Monty Don's 68, garden, Longmeadow, at his home in Herefordshire, is well known to green fingered enthusiasts as it's the setting of BBC 's Gardener's World which he hosts.
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Inside Monty Don's health battles as BBC Gardeners' World star confirms future of beloved programme: From 'incredibly frightening' near-death experience to ongoing mental health struggles
29/02/24 19:27
The horticultural presenter, 68, who will be appearing on Monty Don's Spanish Gardens on BBC Two at 8pm tonight, has been upfront about challenges with his physical and mental health in the past.
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Using peat-free compost could kill your plants from overwatering, gardeners are warned
27/02/24 00:56
The Royal Horticultural Society made the warning in a guide to gardeners on how to cope with the upcoming ban on bagged peat compost.
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