Monty Don laments treasured possession being destroyed at home after Adriatic Gardens airs

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Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has shared that years of tending to flower beds have taken its toll as he addressed his health woes.The BBC favourite spoke candidly about his recent "struggles" while filming his new self-titled series, Monty Don's Adriatic Gardens.The 66-year-old chatted with Nihal Arthanayake on BBC Radio 5 Live today, where he addressed his new programme.The show sees the horticulturist explore the magnificent gardens located throughout Europe.The on-screen star was questioned about his appearance during the latest episode of his new show.Monty was seen getting into a Venetian boat which sparked concern for Nihal's co-host Hayley Campbell.She remarked: "Gardening in my experience, doesn't appear to be nice on the knees."And neither is getting in and out of boats. Do you have to psychologically prepare yourself?"Monty chuckled: "I tried to look dignified."I watched [Adriatic Gardens] for the first time because of lockdown and I had to voice the whole thing from this room."The BBC favourite admitted that viewers can see him "struggling" to get in and out of the boat.He added that gardening has not been too kind to his knees."There is one part when I get out of the boat and you can see me really struggling," he recalled."I remember my knees thinking, 'Oh dear.'"Strictly's Oti Mabuse breaks silence as she lands another TV role[LATEST]Janette Manrara taken aback by Kate Middleton comparison[ROYALS]'Lovely to see you grow' Ranvir Singh bids farewell to ITV colleague[TV]Monty added: "Gardening is not good for your knees.

Coleen Nolan sets record straight after failing to address ITV 'feud'[LATEST]Monty Don addresses 'struggles' as appearance sparks concern[HEALTH]Janette Manrara taken aback by Kate Middleton comparison[ROYALS]The comic added: "She genuinely thought that if I offended the [Royal Family] that we would get deported or something.She was worried about it."Gyles interjected: "Can I just say, that I've met his mum and she's nothing like this."Alex agreed with the broadcaster, as she reacted to Romesh's comment.She chimed: "Your mum's lovely."Gyles cheekily scolded: "Your mum is nothing like this.She's the most normal, decent, straightforward person that I've ever come across."You're making her into this national caricature."Romesh laughed off Gyles' remark as he joked that he was trying to get her more TV work.The comedian hosted the annual royal event alongside his long-standing friend Rob two years ago, making the pair the first comedic pair at the helm in over 30 years, since Ronnie Corbett and Bruce Forsyth in 1988.

Monty Don recently spoke up about the future of his shows.On last Thursday’s episode of BBC 2 Radio Breakfast, he spoke to Zoe Ball.Zoe asked the presenter if he had any plans to return to one of his other shows, which he has been absent from.Asking about Big Dreams, Small Spaces, she asked if there were any plans to record more episodes.The show features Monty travelling throughout the country, attempting to help people build the garden of their dreams.The last episode, after three seasons were filmed, was broadcast in 2017.Zoe was waiting for the star to reveal that a new series had been commissioned by the BBC.But Monty disappointingly said: "There are no plans, but I would love to."So if anyone from the BBC is listening to that, myself and the production team would love to do more Big Dreams, Small Spaces."We've been asking the BBC about it for a number of years so watch this space.“But as of yet, I am afraid not.”Elsewhere, Gardeners’ World experts have recently shared which vegetables are best to grow now in order for maximum results in time for late spring and summer.Apparently, there are three kinds of vegetables that can be sown this month, and they are chillies, aubergines, and basil.According to Gardeners’ World, many types of chilli are available in supermarkets, but gardeners will fare better in terms of choice if they grow the chillies themselves.Experts said they are best grown from seed and in containers.This means they should ideally be put on a patio or balcony.

Monty Don returns to the BBC tonight for his new series Adriatic Gardens, where gardening fans will get a chance to see the horticulturist visit stunning landscapes across Europe.The Gardeners' World host has now addressed a common issue that has affected many households who keep plants indoors.Speaking on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show today, the 60-year-old offered his top tip which will halt individuals from "drowning" and ultimately killing their plants.The on-screen star chatted candidly with presenter Sam Pinkham, who naturally quizzed the horticulturist on his gardening expertise.He asked: "You can drown a plant, can't you? You can definitely overwater them.""Yes, you can. Most house plants die from drowning," Monty explained.He continued: "The biggest mistake that people can make with their house plant is to overwater them."By and large your best bet is to water them no more than once a week.

Gardeners' World star Monty Don revealed two very different photos, taken 18 years apart, of his stunning garden at home.The 66-year-old captioned his photo: "A look back...

Monty Don, 66, has been the lead presenter of BBC's Gardeners' World since 2003, making a large name for himself in the gardening community.The horticulturist opened up in a new interview about struggles he had with his family this Christmas due to a "brush with Covid".Monty left a smile on his Twitter followers' faces at Christmas this year, when he posted a picture of his Yorkshire Terrier surrounded by Christmas wrapping.However, the gardener admitted in an interview this morning with Zoe Ball on Radio 2 that his family Christmas did not go to plan.Zoe said to the gardener: "Happy new year Monty, how was the festive time for you and your family?"Monty replied: "Well, it was quiet."We, like I guess so many families, had our brush with Covid."Not directly but it meant all plans were rearranged at the very last minute and you know people couldn't go one way or another."But we had a very, very nice time."Monty has been very open on his Twitter about his Covid vaccination process, talking about getting his booster on December 21.In view of his 245,600 followers the star penned: "Got my booster jab this afternoon."Had to wait over 3 weeks for the appointment but it was done with speed, professionalism and great cheerfulness in the face of what must be overwhelming exhaustion and stress."I am extremely grateful.

Monty Don was horrified today when opportunists took advantage of fear over the pandemic to make an illicit profit.The 66-year-old, full name Montagu Denis Wyatt Don OBE, received a message telling him he'd come into contact with Covid - but it turned out to be a scam.Even worse, the communication came through the NHS app, making it seem more legitimate.Addressing his followers, he cautioned: "Received a seemingly Kosher message via NHS App saying I had been in contact with positive Covid and need specific PCR Omicron test, asking for details including credit card to pay 3.99 for processing."He continued: "This is a scam to get card details so ignore and delete if you get it."Followers responded by retweeting the warning and spreading the message across the social media platform.@titan641 encouraged: "Better still Monty, if you receive a text like this or anything similar, report it to the authorities so they can investigate."He posted a link to the ncsc.gov.uk website, which has advice on how to report spam communication.Meanwhile, Marlene Short had a few words of advice for those receiving the scam through a text message."Rather than deleting, report it by forwarding it to 7726 (SPAM)," she urged."You will get a text asking for the number you received the text from, no personal details, and will be helping to track and stop fraudsters."She added: "This works for texts attempting fraud [but] hopefully there is [also] a way to forward these notifications seemingly from an app."@EllenSkylark exclaimed: "So frightening to think they can contact you/try to scam you, via the NHS website."@pinkpinkpony replied: "I have heard a few people have had this."Just hard to understand what sort of person would stoop so low to profit

Monty Don, who has fronted several TV programmes for the broadcaster over the years, is making his return on January 7 as he continues exploring some of the most stunning gardens in Europe.Similar to his previous shows, Monty Don's Adriatic Garden only consists of three episodes.And on Monday, when a fan suggested a few other places that the 66-year-old should have visited during filming, the latter did not hesitate to respond to the message.Taking to Twitter to gush about his new show, Monty wrote to his 245,000 followers: "2022 is already getting better with 'Monty Don's Adriatic gardens' starting this Friday 7th Jan at 8 pm on BBC2.He continued: "Beginning in Venice, prog 1 before moving down the Adriatic coast through Croatia, Corfu,

Monty Don and pet Patti were the stars of an unseen clip from behind-the-scenes of Gardeners' World.The BBC programme's official Twitter account uploaded the video in view of their 123,000 followers.The horticulturist was heard telling his dog "that's quite enough" in the 28-second offering.It came after the Yorkshire terrier was heard growling repeatedly at something out of shot.The 66-year-old was holding Patti under one arm, seemingly before doing a piece to camera.However, the little pooch was certainly distracted and Monty attempted to keep her in check.The sweet yet funny moment was shared to mark the new year and instantly caused a stir amongst fans.As Patti grumbled, Monty was heard asking her: "Is it a baddie? Is it a bee?"Wearing