British writer, broadcaster, gardener and farmer
Monty Don shares moment he knew it was time to leave Gardeners' World: Last month, the show’s longest serving head-gardener announced he would be leaving after ...
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Alan Titchmarsh fills Monty Don void as he announces change to Love Your Weekend: Alan Titchmarsh has been a favourite on our TV screens for decades ...
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👉 5 Monty Don facts as Gardeners' World stint coming to an end
Monty Don shares emotional farewell message from his garden after announcing Gardeners' World exit
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Surrey Live Oct 06
Monty Don urges gardeners who have roses to do 1 simple task – and Alan Titchmarsh agrees
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Devon Live Oct 06
Monty Don's simple garden task for October will help 'save a fortune': Gardens will thrive next year thanks to Monty Don's advice
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Monty Don shares fury at long-time friend Sir Ranulph Fiennes being 'hidden away'
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Leicestershire Live Oct 03
Lawn 'mistake' Monty Don urges UK households to avoid before winter: Monty Don is set to leave BBC Gardeners' World soon, calling the show a ...
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Surrey Live Oct 02
Roses will bloom brilliantly next spring if simple 15-minute task is done now: Gardeners may be putting away their shears, but Monty Don says one crucial October ...
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BBC presenter Monty Don reveals he may have to lose his gardeners after leaving Gardeners’ World
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Yorkshire Live Sep 30
Jeremy Clarkson's worrying Monty Don verdict as he plans new venture: Legendary television figure Jeremy Clarkson has queried how certain programmes will survive ...
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Monty Don says he may have to let gardeners go as BBC salary contribution ends: The corporation’s contribution was ending after the 71-year-old announced his ...
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In 2026, the hot stylish boys are also gardeners: Gardening has a new crowd, and they're pretty well dressed
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Monty Don to make appearance after Gardeners' World exit: Monty Don is set to appear in Herefordshire after announcing his departure from Gardener's World.
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Monty Don is quitting Gardeners’ World – and you’re right to be devastated about it
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Key FactsMonty Don announces Gardeners’ World departure
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- Monty Don said the current series would be his last, announcing his departure after more than 20 years.
- Until year-end, he will present BBC Gardeners’ World from his Longmeadow gardens and pursue further BBC projects afterward.
- Since 2003, Don has hosted around 700 programmes, first at Berryfields and for 16 years from Longmeadow.
- BBC Chief Content Officer Kate Phillips respected the decision but regretted it, praising Don’s influence on gardeners.
Jeremy Clarkson names unexpected pick to replace Monty Don: Jeremy Clarkson has named his unexpected pick to replace Monty Don on BBC's Gardeners’ World.
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Malvern Autumn Show returns with Monty Don and celebrities: The Malvern Autumn Show returns to Three Counties Showground from September 25-27 with giant ...
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Gardeners' World's Monty Don has spoken out to reassure fans: Gardening legend Monty Don has spoken out to reassure fans following his recent announcement of ...
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Jeremy Clarkson shares 'horrible' fear about Gardeners' World replacement: Clarkson, 66, put forward a young Irish influencer to replace Monty Don as the new ...
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Adam Frost's 'gut feeling' about Gardeners' World replacement revealed: Monty Don is retiring after 23 years and several replacements have been tipped for the ...
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Jeremy Clarkson suggests young influencer for BBC show: Jeremy Clarkson has thrown his support behind a rising gardening star after the previous presenter ...
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York resident faces 'four-month wait for sharps collection': Readers share views on a four-month wait for a sharps collection, York’s Foss Islands chimney ...
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How the BBC's bid for younger viewers puts licence fee in 'grave danger': Fears the departure of beloved Gardeners' World host Monty Don is another step ...
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Yorkshire Live Sep 11
Amanda Holden says 'she'll hate me for that' as she talks Monty Don's successor: Monty Don announced he was stepping away from Gardeners' World after 23 ...
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The Sentinel Sep 08
🌷End of an era! Monty Don has announced he will leave Gardeners’ World after more than 20 years. The broadcaster, 71, who joined in 2003 ... Show more
Will Young ‘finds love of life’ after Wiltshire move: A Wiltshire based popstar has opened up on the relief and love he has found since moving to Wiltshire.
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Monty Don's key advice for getting rid of slugs and snails: A single application could be all it takes to keep your garden free from slugs and snails ...
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Devon Live Sep 02
Lawns will look lush again by autumn if you follow Monty Don's simple September tip
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Gardeners' World star Monty Don heartbroken as he announces death of dog: Gardeners' World star Monty Don has been left heartbroken following the passing of his ...
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Monty Don shared poignant comments about losing his pets months before death of dog Patti
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Monty Don says 'I try not to be sentimental' as he reflects on devastating family loss
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Surrey Live Aug 29
Monty Don urges gardeners to do one task now for better daffodils next year: If you want to fill your garden next year, Monty Don says there is one important job ...
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Surrey Live Aug 25
Monty Don urges gardeners to do 1 lavender task this week for regrowth next year: Gardeners must act now to prevent their plants from becoming woody and leggy
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Devon Live Aug 23
Monty Don 'disaster' warning for anyone with fruit trees in garden : Gardener's World presenter said many people with gardens were being hit by 'worrying' change
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Devon Live Aug 19
Monty Don 'disaster' warning for anyone with fruit trees in garden : Gardener's World presenter said many people with gardens were being hit by 'worrying' change
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Monty Don has reassured UK gardeners about a seasonal issue: Garden expert Monty Don has reassured gardeners on Instagram about a seasonal issue that’s caused ...
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Monty Don explains why apples have been falling off trees: Monty Don has explained why apples have been falling off trees in recent weeks in the UK
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Surrey Live Aug 16
Monty Don shares 'best' time to prune lavender to avoid 'woody' plant: Lavender will grow back every year if Monty Don's pruning tips are followed
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Monty Don gives his verdict on the best time to trim your hedges
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Monty Don and Bake Off stars at Malvern Autumn Show: Malvern Autumn Show returns from September 25-27 with Monty Don OBE, Joanna Page, Chris Bavin, Lizzie Acker ...
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Monty Don shared steps to help keep outdoor spaces healthy: Gardeners are being urged to plan ahead before going away to avoid returning to dry ...
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Monty Don's emotional reaction to Gardeners' World star's 'big secret': The presenter, 71, joined a slew of celebrities in sharing their support for a gardening ...
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Surrey Live Aug 09
Monty Don urged lavender and hedge owners to do 1 simple task before September arrives
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Your Brown Grass Looks Dead, But It's (Probably) Not: Plus, how to tell if it is truly dead with a simple ‘tug’ test.
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Surrey Live Aug 04
Monty Don shares 'best' time to prune lavender to avoid 'woody, leggy' plant: Lavender will thrive for years if you prune it at the correct time
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Devon Live Aug 03
Monty Don's simple task will make tomatoes 'fully ripe' in August — do now: There are a few simple tasks to do this month to ensure your tomatoes fully ripen and ...
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Monty Don's emotional tribute to dog Patti has Gardeners' World fans fearing the worst
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Surrey Live Aug 03
OpinionMonty Don’s lawn advice helped me remove moss and weeds in 3 hours: Lawn moss and weeds can quickly take over your grass, but following Monty Don's natural ...
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Malvern Autumn Show returns with giant veg, RHS flower show: Malvern Autumn Show returns to Three Counties Showground with giant vegetable championships ...
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Monty Don issues warnings to dog owners with gardens: Monty Don has shared some tips about what to avoid having in your garden to protect your dogs.
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Monty Don offers rare look at marriage with wife Sarah as they mark major milestone
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Surrey Live Aug 01
Monty Don guarantees lavender flowers will look better if you do simple 5-minute task
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Monty Don has paid tribute to well-loved rose grower: Gardeners’ World presenter Monty Don has paid a heartfelt tribute to a well-loved rose grower who has ...
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Monty Don offers rare look at marriage with wife Sarah as they mark major milestone
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Devon Live Jul 21
Monty Don warning on watering lawns in 'burnt brown' in heatwave 'don't do this': GMB weather expert Laura Tobin today said: 'Literally everybody is saying to me ...
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Surrey Live Jul 21
Slugs will never eat plants if you follow Monty Don's pest deterrent tips: Slugs and snails can be a real problem for gardeners, but Monty Don has shared his ...
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Monty Don names 'only plants that I ever water' as he shares 'perfect solution': Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has shared some important advice on ...
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Popular BBC show fronted by Stacey Solomon to get seventh series as bosses make major decision on programme’s future
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Surrey Live Jul 15
Monty Don shares 5-minute job to prevent tomato blight as risk increases in hot weather
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Surrey Live Jul 15
Monty Don's 'very important' task for roses in July that gardeners must do: Gardening expert Monty Don has shared his essential advice to keep them healthy and ...
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Surrey Live Jul 14
Monty Don shares 'best' time to prune lavender to encourage repeat flowering: Pruning lavender is an essential gardening task that helps keep the garden tidy ...
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Monty Don has warned gardeners of common threat in July: Monty Don has warned gardeners to beware of a common threat in July.
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TV tonight: the return of Sally Phillips and Ben Miller’s family sitcom: Love on the Spectrum’s Michael Theo also stars in Austin. Plus: Monty Don at the first ...
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Monty Don has revealed a glimpse inside Herefordshire home: Garden writer and broadcaster Monty Don has revealed a glimpse inside his home in Leominster.
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Monty Don says bird-feeding mistake that could draw visitors: A common bird-feeding mistake could be attracting more than just feathered friends ...
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Wonderful garden 1 hour from Hertfordshire loved by Monty Don: Waltham Place Farm is an hour from Hertfordshire and is loved by gardening expert Monty Don.
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Devon Live Jul 01
Monty Don's warning to gardeners to avoid one thing in July: The gardening expert said to avoid this or risk next year's garden
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Gardeners' World's Monty Don finds grass snake in compost: Monty Don has spotted a grass snake in his compost bays in Herefordshire.
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Gethin Jones warned over 'completely unacceptable behaviour' on Morning Live
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You don't have to venture all the way to Diddly Squat for a Cotswolds farm shop lunch
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Gardeners' World's Monty Don in conversation at Abbeydore: GARDENERS' World fans are in for a treat as presenter Monty Don sits down for an event in ...
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Rousham Gardens loved by Monty Don among UK's best: A garden in Oxfordshire is open every day and has been recommended by Monty Don.
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Devon Live May 21
Monty Don's one essential task for growing tomatoes this May for best results: There is a simple task that could boost your harvest
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Gardening world pays tribute to Sheffield architect Nigel Dunnett after death aged 63
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Monty Don urges gardeners to make change to keep rats out of gardens in May: Spring marks breeding season for many rats, but there's a simple step you can ...
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Harry Holding: the cool new face of the gardening world: With fans such as Monty Don, Holding, 32, is the new darling of garden design. He talks about his ...
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Lawns will be free of moss in just 3 hours with Monty Don’s simple method I followed
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Devon Live May 17
Monty Don shares 'weird' confession about health-boosting plant that he eats every day
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