Monty Don: Last News

Monty Don, who has been busy filming during the UK’s mini heatwave, told his followers that Gardeners’ World is set to come off air suddenly.Taking to the social media platform yesterday evening, he shared the sad news, writing: “The end of two days (hot) filming for next week’s GW (1.7.22). “It is Hampton Court Flower Show the week after that and then we are off air for some reason so will not be back at Longmeadow until July 22nd. “So it goes every summer when the garden is at its best.”Longmeadow is a two-acre stretch of land that was formerly an abandoned field, covered in builders’ rubble.Monty purchased the land in 1991 and has since transformed it into a lush horticultural haven.Fans reacted with disappointment to Monty’s Twitter update, with many even saying a Longmeadow special should be screened in its place.@sassyhome responded: “@TheMontyDon Well you'll just have to show it off to us here and on Instagram. Hope there's a vacation for you in there somewhere too.”@ScottMunro604 replied: “We will look forward to your own pictures of your garden at its summer peak here and on Instagram!”“Hop on your phone, record a segment and upload it to Twitter.That way, we can see the garden in all of its glory and the video can be short and sweet,” said @AnnRudbeck.@keithwill73 remarked: “Dislike the gap.”It seems Gardeners’ World fans are worried the show is getting the elbow for tennis, Wimbledon 2022 to be precise, as BBC schedules face a shake-up due to airing the tournament.“Boring Wimbledon! Why must we have it on both main channels? Wall-to-wall tennis.

Monty Don, 66, has been inundated with praise after he revealed he had helped a baby bird who got stuck in his greenhouse.The Gardeners’ World star took to Instagram yesterday to share the anecdote with his one million followers.He uploaded a video that showed the great spotted woodpecker seemingly disoriented flying against the window of his greenhouse.The bird appeared to peck through the glass window in a frustrated attempt to fly away.Monty captioned the footage: “A great spotted woodpecker in the greenhouse- I managed to get it out unharmed and it flew away.”Fans of the TV star rushed to the comments’ section to commend him on his efforts to help the wild animal.Annepeddlesden commented: “Thank goodness- they get so frightened!”Cotswoldsbabs wrote: “Well done! Poor Woody.“It must be so stressful for them when trapped.”Angiedelve added: “Well done for getting it out.“I once had a green one in mine, I thought that I was going to lose a few panes, but luckily it found its own way out.”Jennywebb214 typed: “Well done such a beautiful bird.”Monty had concerned fans last month as he announced he was bedridden due to illness.The horticulturalist explained he had spent days in bed fighting Covid in a health update following concerns over his absence from the BBC.He explained he contracted the virus and had been spending the days feeling “utterly exhausted”.Monty admitted that his battle with the disease had not been “fun”.However, he reassured his social media followers that he was feeling “better”.Marlene83206325 said: “Get well soon Monty, covid is a real bummer, but don't try to push yourself once negative. It takes more than you realise.”NewpPaul wrote: “It really knocks you down.

Gardeners' World star Monty Don was found by his wife after a terrifying collapse, and rushed to hospital where morphine was injected into his veins.The star had succumbed to a bad case of peritonitis, which can quickly prove fatal if left untreated.Monty, 52, had been filming for the TV series Around The World in 80 Gardens when he became unusually exhausted."I said to my director 'I feel really tired' and then woke up in the middle of the night feeling dreadful," he told Amateur Gardening magazine."My wife found me collapsed.

Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don responded recently to fans who had been inundating him with comments over why Twitter had not verified him.The BBC star does not yet enjoy a blue tick next to his username despite boasting a whopping 264,200 followers on the social media platform.Monty admitted he did not know how to apply for verification, although he did not see the use in having the famous Twitter seal of approval on display.Twitter user KateWilton1 enquired: “On a side note, how have you not got a blue tick? @verified”Monty replied: “Why would I want or need a blue tick? What would that do?”KarenBlower1 explained: “It's the same as the one on your Instagram account, it verifies that it's you.Then any imposters can be weeded out (pardon the pun).”Just days later, another Twitter account echoed the concerns, which prompted a similar response from the horticulturalist.Tagging Twitter’s official verification account, Glibetceteri penned: “Er, excuse me @verified i see some awful blue ticks about then I notice @TheMontyDon doesn't have one.“He won't be a**** I imagine, but look who have them!”Monty replied: “No idea how to go about getting one - or why I would want it?”But Monty enjoys a far larger following on Instagram, where he shares updates from his garden with one million loyal fans.The broadcaster was recently inundated with support after he revealed he had to make a tough decision for his garden.He took to the social media site on Wednesday, where he announced the latest update on his plants.Monty shared two pictures featuring his garden and a beautiful meadow as he explained the move.He said he had to cut a wildflower meadow to stop seeding and spreading throughout his garden.The TV star wrote: “With a heavy

Gardeners' World host Monty Don has been inundated with support from his social media followers as he revealed the "emergency works" that have been going on in Longmeadow.The celebrity horticulturist, 66, relayed that thankfully there had been "minimum damage" done to his garden in a post on Instagram as his fans expressed their concern.In view of his one million followers, Monty shared a snap of the works taking place on one of the many paths in his beloved garden.He wrote: "Emergency work on the drains today - brilliantly done with minimum garden damage by superb team."The snap showed a dug-up section of a path with the drain on show, while loose bricks and rubble was piled up at the side of his borders.Following Monty's shock news, fans of the Gardeners' World star inundated him with messages of support.A post shared by Monty Don (@themontydon)Instagram user tarataylor_art_and_gardening2 wrote: "Sorry to hear that you've had plumbing problems! Hope it is resolved asap!"the_three_spanielsglamping added: "Such a beautiful garden...

Monty Don, 66, gave fans an insight into his garden today as he shared some pictures on social media.The Gardeners’ World star took to Instagram to reveal the tough decision he had been forced to make for his plants.In view of his one million followers, Monty explained how he had to cut a wildflower meadow to stop seeding and spreading throughout his garden.The presenter shared two pictures featuring his garden and the beautiful meadow as he announced the move.He wrote: “With a heavy heart I decided to cut the wildflower meadow in the orchard yesterday- at least a month earlier than I would ever want to.“This was because lesser hogweed has become such a prevailing weed that we felt we had to cut it whilst still flowering to stop it seeding and thus spreading even more.“We will now keep it tightly mown all summer and reseed with yellow rattle in September as well as adding more perennials and bulbs.”Fans soon took to the post’s comments section to send Monty their support, while some garden lovers admitted they understood Monty’s struggle.Official_lepetitcochon said: “Sometimes gardening is a case of ‘cruel to be kind’”Macaroni_organic commented: “I have a similar problem in our orchard.“Overseeded some yellow rattle and perennials last year…yellow rattle now visible so we are on our way.“What bulbs do you plan to plant?”Josiehhb typed: “Hogweed is out of control in my meadow too this year - I thought it was because I'd waged war on the bitter docks last year & thrown something out of balance.“Must just be a good year for them! I'm trying to remove them individually at the moment, but it seems to be a never ending task.”Esterhfour wrote: “Your pain is completely understandable! it looked so glorious!“Welcome to the new

The post was sent out in full view of his one million followers.In the heartwarming snap, the horticulturist could be seen cradling Daisy in his arms as she sported a floral hat.Neither of their faces could be seen but the adorable picture certainly caught the attention of his legion of followers.He captioned the post: “Daisy sleeping in my arms #granddaughter.”Fans flooded the comment section with messages.Angelicabell wrote: “Adorable xxx.”Debbiegeorgeartist penned: “Congratulations x.”Emarqueztz said: “Your special flower!!!!”Tea.and.tomatoes wrote: “So sweet! It was my grandfather who got me started in the garden as a toddler.“How beautiful that you can also share this gift with her!”Mcgoffteresa put: “Aww my little 3 month old grand daughter is called Daisy as well.”Monty welcomed his granddaughter Daisy earlier this month.The Gardener’s World presenter reposted a photo at the time, originally shared by his son Adam.It showed Daisy laid on a cosy bed of blankets.Adam posted the snap to his account alongside the caption: "Thank you for all the kind messages regarding Daisy."Monty announced the joyous news in a post on Twitter.It read: "Daisy Rose Don born today, a sister to George. A perfect way to end beautiful May day."Fans were left overjoyed and rushed to congratulate the BBC presenter.Erinplattz4 wrote: "Congrats grandpa Don.

The pair met while studying English at the University of Cambridge.Monty met Sarah (née Erskine), who is a trained architect and jeweller.They went on to run a successful jewellery business together in Knightsbridge.The two would attract such clients as Michael Jackson and Princess Diana.However, the business fell on hard times during the 1980's financial crash.It’s at this point, that Monty explained the couple “lost everything.”The gardening expert revealed in an interview with The Times: "We lost everything...we lost our house, our business.“We sold every stick of furniture we had at Leominster market," he said.Monty also revealed Sarah urged him to seek help after falling deep into depression following bankruptcy.Their children would ask Sarah 'Why is Daddy always crying?'He added: “She said you have to see a doctor because I can't cope with you and three small children and our life as it is.“I need help and the only way I can get help is for you to get help.“Antidepressants helped initially and I had cognitive behavioural therapy on the NHS, which was very good".Monty suffered a stroke in 2008 and told Sarah at the time that he wanted to die in her arms.He told his wife: “'Hold me because I think I'm dying and, if I am, I want to die in your arms.'"The event, which Monty has now recovered from, forced him to give up presenting Gardeners' World for three years.It wasn’t until Sarah’s father, a retired doctor, advised Monty to go and see a neurologist, that the minor stroke was confirmed.He has been Gardeners' World lead presenter since 2003, at which point he replaced Alan Titchmarsh.The star made his television debut in 1989 with ITV’s This Morning with a gardening segment.This led to further television work across

Monty Don, 66, revealed he has contracted coronavirus after spending the last few days feeling “utterly exhausted” while trying to recover in bed.The Gardeners’ World host admitted that having the illness hadn’t been “fun” but reassured fans he was feeling “better” this morning.@Marlene83206325 shared: “Get well soon Monty, covid is a real bummer, but don't try to push yourself once negative. It takes more than you realise.”@NewpPaul remarked: “It really knocks you down.

Lorraine Kelly made a dig at Boris Johnson while presenting an award at the Virgin Media BAFTA TV Awards awards on Sunday night.  MORE: BAFTA TV Awards 2022: see the complete list of winnersApproaching the podium to present the award for News Coverage, the ITV star said: "Hello, and a special hello to Boris, I'm Lorraine. Lovely to see you.

Monty Don, 66, has revealed that he has a new grandchild, named Daisy Rose Don. It comes after the presenter’s absence from Gardeners’ World on Friday evening sparked concern from super-fans of the BBC show.The horticulturalist, who shares three grown up children, Tom, Adam, and Freya, with his wife Sarah Don, announced the happy news on Twitter last night.Monty and Sarah were already proud grandparents to their grandson George, and they have now welcomed a granddaughter into the family.Monty described the news as the “perfect way to end” his Saturday.The star wrote in view of his 260,000 followers: “Daisy Rose Don born today , a sister to George. “A perfect way to end. beautiful May day.”Fans rushed to the comments section of Monty’s tweet to congratulate him on the announcement.Heather Sharpe penned: “Aww congratulations grandad, love the name Daisy.

Monty Don was notable by his absence on tonight's edition of the nation's favourite gardening show. Gardeners' World returned for the ninth episode of its current series. Fans of the popular programme who normally tune into BBC2 for Monty's dulcet tones and soothing charisma were wondering where he could be.

Monty Don has told the world of the desperate sadness he felt following the collapse of his jewellery business and has shared how his devoted wife Sarah helped him through it. In an unearthed interview, the Gardeners' World star, 66, shared how he was left in floods of tears, but relayed how Sarah intervened by telling him that he needed to "see a doctor.""She said you have to see a doctor because I can't cope with you and three small children and our life as it is," he explained.He recalled suffering "childish, pathetic, bleating pain" which left him in tears regularly.His daughter Freya and sons Adam and Tom would lament: "Why is Daddy always crying?", which led Sarah to realise he needed professional help - for the sake of the entire family."Antidepressants helped initially and I had cognitive behavioural therapy on the NHS, which was very good," he told The Times.He and his wife, a professional jeweller, had run a successful business based in London's Knightsbridge selling to celebrities such as Michael Jackson and royalty like Princess Diana, before disaster struck.The jewellery company's value plummeted during the financial crisis of 1987, leaving him fearful for his future."We lost everything...we lost our house, our business.

Monty Don, 66, received a barrage of messages of support as he shared a throwback picture alongside his late dog Nigel to mark Easter.The Gardeners’ World presenter last week took to Twitter, where he boasts 257,000 followers, to reminisce about the good times he spent with the pooch.The heartwarming picture featured the popular horticulturist sitting on the grass alongside Nigel.Monty could be seen smiling as he put his arm around his pet, who looked attentively into the distance.The broadcaster captioned the shot: “Found this picture taken at Easter two years ago.”The post gathered more than 17,000 likes in less than a week.Monty soon received an outpouring of support from fans and other dog owners who replied to his tweet.Kimporter8 penned: “Said goodbye to our beautiful gentle Jack on Tuesday.“Still think fondly of your Nigel.“Irreplaceable souls. Our hearts ache.”Sassyhome wrote: “A great big Mr.

Monty Don, 66, has denounced the sale of Channel 4, which is valued at more than £1billion.The Gardeners’ World star took to Twitter, where he boasts 254,000 followers, to share his views on the controversy.Monty, who has worked for the broadcaster before, said it should be “treasured” instead of being “flogged off”.He penned: “I worked for Channel Four at the end of the nineties and early noughties and we made superb gardening programmes I am very proud to have been part of.“It should be treasured for what it is, not flogged off unnecessarily.”Monty’s remarks sparked debate among other social media users, who replied to his tweet stating their stances.Bazz1955 said: “People don't like change, one door closes another opens….”Hardywilf argued: “Problem is when that door could lead to less independence editorially from the Government.”Willfhamilton typed: “'Flogged off'.

Monty Don, 66, has become a well-known face among horticultural fans after presenting BBC gardening television series Gardeners' World for almost two decades. His projects have inspired many to undertake gardening themselves, and his work is widely praised.However, the TV star sparked debate amongst social media users today when he shared a rare picture of the team of gardeners he has been working with.It comes after Monty took to Instagram this morning to bid farewell to one of the gardeners who has been helping him to look after his famous Longmeadow estate.After four years of working with Monty on his garden, the star's colleague is set to start a new venture as a “freelance gardener”.Monty wrote: “Today Rob Jones ( centre) starts new life as freelance gardener having worked as part of the gardening team in this garden for past 4 years.

Monty Don, 66, has been slammed by a social media user for promoting “burying plastics” on Gardeners’ World.

Monty Don, who is a popular horticulturist on BBC's Gardeners' World, revealed there is one item of clothing that he finds far too "impractical". His comments come after Conservative MP Jacob-Rees Mogg admitted he doesn't own a pair of jeans or even a t-shirt.The gardening expert was in agreement with the government minister as the presenter revealed he too doesn't own a pair of jeans.Taking to Twitter, the 66-year-old reacted to Andrew Marr's interview with Rees-Mogg on LBC yesterday.The British politician, 56, who is known for his smart attire, explained that he doesn't find "ordinary clothes" comfortable, and would rather relax in a suit.When asked if he owned jeans and a t-shirt, formally dressed Rees-Mogg replied: "Why would I want to?"Marr then responded: “You’ve never thought to kick back, put on a pair of jeans and an old t-shirt and put your feet on a piece of furniture?”To which the politician stated: "I might do the latter - but I don't find what others might call ordinary clothes comfortable."Catching wind of the clip, Twitter user, Damon wrote: "Jacob Rees Mogg just said on LBC that he doesn’t own a pair of jeans.

Monty Don, 66, has issued a warning after a Twitter user accused him of being a "luddite".The horticulture expert had been sharing his experiences with kitchen devices.Writer Amandajanemason asked: “Do you remember 1972?“Did you have a microwave oven then?“The internet is being irritatingly vague on when they became a regular thing and I have a sentence to write.”Monty replied, in view of his 251,000 followers: “Of course not.“No one did.“I never saw one till 2002 and never used one until 2022.”Twitter user DrPaulCookGP replied: “Just the merest hint of the Luddite in the second half of that tweet Monty” followed by a winking emoji.Meanwhile, Lolimac01interjected: “I'm a luddite, it's all electrickery to me... to contradict myself I do have one but only use it to soften butter in winter or to sterilise compost.”Monty agreed with Lolimac01 in some respects.Despite having, “I am afraid that I do not answer gardening queries via Twitter!” in his Twitter bio, Monty shared some wise words about compost with his follower.The 66-year-old said: “It is, of course, essential to soften butter, but please don’t sterilise compost- the whole point of it is that it terms with life and is gloriously unsterile!”He added: “Teems- not terms (gardener’s fat fingers).” DON’T MISS:Last month, Monty hit back at what he called an “anti-woke attack”.This was aimed at those who defend the use of peat in gardening, which has been criticised for causing environmental damage.He wrote on Twitter: “Using peat is defended by some as an anti-woke attack on individual choice and liberty.“Got to get past this.

Piers Morgan has reacted over the death of legendary Australian star Shane Warne.The cricket legend has died of a “suspected heart attack” at the age of 52, as tributes have begun pouring in over the news.Shane’s death was confirmed earlier today in a statement from his management team.This read: "Shane was found unresponsive in his villa and despite the best efforts of medical staff, he could not be revived."The family requests privacy at this time and will provide further details in due course."Piers has since shared a moving tribute to the star, calling him a “loyal friend”.He wrote: “Absolutely devastated to hear that ⁦@ShaneWarne⁩ has died from a heart attack aged just 52.“He was a genius cricketer, a supreme entertainer, a fantastic bloke and a great loyal friend for many years.“Just gutting news. RIP Warnie, I loved every minute in your company.”Other stars have also weighed in on the news, calling it “truly shocking”Monty Don tweeted: “The news of Shane Warne's untimely death is truly shocking.“For those of us who love cricket he enriched our lives beyond measure.”Dan Walker wrote: “Genuinely can’t believe the sad news about the death of Shane Warne.“He came on Breakfast just a couple of weeks ago & was as effervescent as ever.“What a talent he was.

Monty Don, 66, has taken to Twitter to share some personal details about falling in love.The Gardeners' World presenter posted an emotional message about his wife, Sarah Don.Replying to a tweet posted by American author and public speaker Stephanie Land, Monty revealed that it took him “about 5 minutes” to fall in love with his wife.@stepville asked: “Okay married people: how long after meeting your current spouse did you KNOW and why was it less than a week?”Monty took to the micro-blogging site, where replied in view of his 249,0000 followers.He candidly admitted: “About 5 minutes”.Sarah and Monty have been married since 1983.Despite being married for almost 40 years, the horticulturist and his wife have been through difficult times, especially when they were struggling financially.The jewellery company the couple ran together went bankrupt in 1987 and their savings were lost due to the 1990 stock market crash, leaving them relying on dole money.In their inspiring book, The Jewel Garden, Sarah explained: “A bad situation got worse every day.“The banks wanted their money and started to bounce our cheques whilst simultaneously adding their charges - and interest on them - to the tally.“Of course, it could not go on.Something had to give.As it turned out, that something proved to be our shop, our business, our savings, our furniture - and our home.”Sarah added: “When it came down to it, Montagu was a loony and I was ill all the time.“How did we ever believe that we could have saved the situation?“I suppose the lowest point for me what when I was hidden away on my sickbed while potential buyers traipsed around the house.”Speaking to The Times in September 2020, Monty spoke about how the financial struggles also impacted