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Monty Don has shared images of his garden, which has been flooded. However, he sounds optimistic about the rainstorms that have impacted his garden.The well-loved gardener tweeted to his 248.7K followers earlier this morning (February 16).He wrote: “Unsurprisingly the watermeadows are flooding and sneaking into the garden.

Monty Don has been a firm favourite on our television screens since he first began as a presenter on Gardeners' World. However, the 66-year-old's latest post has raised concerns that the rainfall in his area was out of control.He posted a video of the situation to his 990,000 Instagram followers, who raced to his rescue with support and ideas."All that rain has to [go] somewhere," he warned them ominously."The Arrow [river] will burst its banks and be in the garden before morning."However, he added in resignation: "Not a problem- we are well used to it.""Maybe invest in a gondola..

Monty Don has taken to Twitter to share his heartbreak over the death of University Challenge host, Bamber Gasoigne.The Adriatic Garden's host, 66, paid tribute to the quizmaster following the news that he had died after a short illness, aged 87.In view of his 248,300 followers, Monty not only paid tribute to the TV host, but revealed a surprising link between them.The horticulturalist wrote: "Sorry to hear the death of Bamber Gasgoine - for my generation an iconic TV figure."I sat next to him at dinner once - we were taught by the same wonderful man, Arthur Sale, at university - and he was charming," he finished his post.Both Monty and Bamber studied at Magdalene College at Cambridge University.Following Monty's tweet, his fans took to the comments section to share their own memories of the TV host.Julia Stocks wrote: "When we were kids my sister used to call him Bambi Gaspoing!"Seriously though his passing is sad news.

James Bond on BBC Radio 2 with Zoe Ball. As the conversation went on, the star came to the conclusion that Monty Don was actually the best man for the job. Speaking to Zoe about his new children’s book Rockstar Detectives, the pair got on to the subject of Adam’s recent MBE. The Australian presenter received the award in the New Year Honours list for his services to Paralympic sport and disability awareness. After Zoe congratulated The Last Leg presenter on his MBE, the comedian shared a surreal moment when he received his letter confirming the award.He said: “So the weird thing is, they send you a letter about a month beforehand saying, ‘Do you accept and would you like to be put forward blah blah blah…’ “But the letter had on it stamped ‘On Her Majesty's Service’ - and for a second I thought I might be the new James Bond.”“So wonderful! I think you could carry it off,” Zoe joked.

Monty Don has taken to Twitter to pay tribute to his former BBC colleague Jana Bennett, who died of brain cancer on January 11.

Monty Don is now a household name. Yet, as his BBC show Adriatic Gardens continues to pull in the ratings, a message on Twitter reminded him that life hadn't always been quite so easy.The exchange had begun with author and podcast presenter Ian Dunt tweeting to his 352,000 followers that if he could get a tattoo of any film quote, it would be: "Monty, you terrible c***.""I’d probably shie (sic) away from that particular line," Monty fired back.Then gardening enthusiast @Hungoverdrawn joined the conversation to reveal an extract the exchange had "put him in mind of" from Monty's 2006 book Growing Out Of Trouble.Featuring his efforts to rehabilitate drug addicted youngsters by setting them to work in the garden, the book quote recalls: "I asked Chubby about being caught in possession of speed."Bit of a c***, Mont, he said."You certainly are, I said.

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Monty Don, 66, did not appear to be in good spirits when he took to Twitter last night to hit back at an account that asked him not to share his political views with fans online.Their tweet came after the BBC star utilised the social platform to share an opinionated piece about Prime Minister Boris Johnson by The Guardian.In the essay, writer Max Hastings asserted that Boris “is utterly unfit” to be the head of the government in the UK before going on to claim that he “cares for nothing but his own fame and gratification”.Along with a link to the article, Monty wrote in view of his 247,000 followers: “Every word is prescient.“I was Boris Johnson’s boss: he is utterly unfit to be prime minister | Max Hastings”And while the tweet received well over 1,300 likes, the Twitter user @HughNTJohnson didn’t seem to agree with the Americans Gardens author’s decision to use his social media account to discuss political matters.“No politics Monty, you work for BBC, tax payers don’t need to pay for opinions, just gardening,” they wrote.Clearly unamused by the remark, Monty tweeted out a fiery response, starting off with laying things bare on his working relationship with the Beeb.“For the record I don’t work for the BBC- i work for myself,” he wrote. (sic)“And I wasn’t aware you paid to read my comments on twitter.“However I defend to the death your right to disagree with them and express your own views- on any subject.”The user later apologised to Monty for their comment.Max laid into Boris in his opinionated piece, adding that while he’s known him since they both worked at the Daily Telegraph in the 1980s, the 57-year-old was deemed more of an entertainer than a solid candidate to be running for national office.And according to Max,

Monty Don took to his official Twitter page on Wednesday to make it known that he's been working on writing a new book about the Venetian Gardens.The 66-year-old, who has written a handful of successful books throughout the years, said in view of his 247,000 followers that working on his latest project had occupied a great amount of his time."There is a wren in my workroom with me as I write (working on Venetian Gardens)," he tweeted."It has been here all morning and seems to like burrowing behind my books and files even though the window is wide open for it."Other than the cold, I am rather enjoying its company."A Twitter user named @SunnyHavenfrm went on to respond to Monty's tweet, asking whether there's a chance he'll be working on a book about the Florentine gardens.Sadly, the TV star had to disappoint his fan, insisting that writing a book about the Florentine gardens was not part of his upcoming project."Don't hold your breath…" he said."(But wrote 'Great Gardens of Italy' 12 years ago, which does include a few Florentine gardens)."The father-of-three was referring to his 2011 BBC Two show Monty Don's Italian Gardens.In the four-part series, Monty travelled through Italy as he travelled to find the most significant gardens."I've seen the astonishingly grand gardens of Rome, made by cardinals," Monty said on the programme.For over two decades, Monty has written a string of gardening books, including The Complete Gardener, Paradise Gardens, The Jewel Garden and Gardening at Longmeadow.His most recent book release was 2020's My Garden World, the same year he would release American Gardens.The Chelsea Flower Show star made his highly anticipated return to BBC Two earlier this month with the premiere of his new show

“7pm BBC2 (an hour earlier than the previous programmes).”The clip was a ranging view of the garden he has most recently worked on on the show.Fans were then quick and eager to jump on to the post to join Monty in a mutual farewell.@Leerotherham said: “It's been a great watch, I particularly enjoyed the formal gardens in Venice.”@AlexandrosG wrote: “One of my favourite islands, I used to spend wonderful days there especially during childhood.”@Fumisnan put: “Looking forward to watching this, it looks stunning.”Monty explained earlier this week that the future of his shows are looking “less likely” due to BBC’s license fee freeze.This comes after culture secretary Nadine Dorries announced changes yesterday.The horticulturist explained what the license fee freeze meant.Monty wrote: "Although there is a debate to be had over the extent and duration of the licence fee, the government freeze will save payers the grand sum of 15 pence per week over the coming year."However it will mean that programmes like Adriatic Gardens will be much less likely to be made," he warned his fans.Once again, many of the gardener’s followers took to Twitter to express their admiration for his shows.Jo Mirzoeff told the star: "Adriatic Gardens is an absolute joy and worth the licence fee all on its own.”Jo and Sky Woodhouse commented: "I think that will be a tragedy and it’s the thin end of the wedge, it’s not just the wonderful tv, like your Adriatic series, but also the radio, think of Radio 4 for example.”Joyce Jordan added: "I would rather pay the licence fee than risk losing quality programmes like Adriatic Gardens."And many other shows I love on the BBC especially GW." (sic)

Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don has taken to Twitter to address the future of his BBC shows following the news that the BBC licence fee is set to be frozen at £159 for the next two years.The presenter of Monty Don's Adriatic Gardens, 66, explained that his shows are now "less likely" to be made in the face of the freeze after Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries announced the changes yesterday.In view of his 246,800 followers, the star explained what the licence fee freeze meant for the future of his programmes.Monty wrote: "Although there is a debate to be had over the extent and duration of the licence fee, the government freeze will save payers the grand sum of 15 pence per week over the coming year."However it will mean that programmes like Adriatic Gardens will be much less likely to be made," he warned his fans.Following the news, many of the horticulturalist's followers took to the comments to weigh in on the news.Jo Mirzoeff told the gardening star: "Adriatic Gardens is an absolute joy and worth the licence fee all on its own."While Jo and Sky Woodhouse commented: "I think that will be a tragedy and it’s the thin end of the wedge, it’s not just the wonderful tv, like your Adriatic series, but also the radio, think of Radio 4 for example."Joyce Jordan chipped in: "I would rather pay the licence fee than risk losing quality programmes like Adriatic Gardens."And many other shows I love on the BBC especially GW." (sic)Jo Barlow added: "Which is a tragedy as Adriatic Gardens is just a delight x."Joseph Wicks replied saying: "That would be a great shame. Loving Adriatic gardens and all the BBC does.

Monty Don, 66, has uploaded a new picture to Instagram, where he enjoys a following of 979,000, as he showed off his scenic garden. Along with the snap, the Gardeners’ World star included a “warning”.The photograph featured the outline of his neatly trimmed trees against a bright pink sky.He captioned the image: “Shepherd’s warning."The saying Monty made reference to - “Red sky in the morning, shepherds warning” - means the good weather has passed ahead of a low-pressure system coming in.Fans of the horticulturist and broadcaster promptly took to the post’s comment section as they discussed the meaning behind the phrase.Twitter user, Sunshine.love.smilesandpaws commented: “Spectacular photo! You need an exhibition of your art.”Sillymilliedog said: “That is such an amazing sky! Fantastic shot.“Just looked this up as I’ve never heard the saying.

Monty assured viewers that the Mediterranean climate is not an essential part of recreating an Italian garden at home.Carol said: “Italian design is really big on unity, which is the repetition of materials and shapes, the simplicity makes the design bolder and more calming.“The use of natural materials celebrates the beauty of controlled nature through evergreens, water and stone.“There is really strong symmetry in the design of the space, which might be mirrored with just one line of symmetry running down the centre or can be more complex where it folds on itself in 90 and 180 degree angles.”She reassured fans that there were ways to recreate the Mediterranean feel without having the necessary climate to match.She explained that the process involves using evergreens as low hedges for a low maintenance garden.In full, the expert said: “To create the feel in the UK we can borrow the idea of using evergreens as low hedges to borders or to create topiary notes combined with coloured gravels to create a rain permeable low maintenance garden.”Carol added that eye-catching features such as pools or plinth bases were helpful for creating the Italian feel.

Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don gave a rare insight into his home life with his wife Sarah Don as he addressed how the couple enjoys spending their downtime together. When the horticulturist is not tending to his luscious gardens at his Herefordshire residence, the presenter admittedly outs his feet up to enjoy the popular series.The 66-year-old revealed that he is a big fan of the hit show Succession.The drama series centres on the Roy family, the dysfunctional owners of Waystar RoyCo, a global media and entertainment conglomerate, who are fighting for control of the company amid uncertainty about the health of the family's patriarch, Logan Roy (played by Brian Cox).Speaking in a new interview on BBC Radio 5 Live with Nihal Arthanayake, the gardening expert was quizzed about the show, where he admitted his other half is not as keen.The on-screen star was questioned about his favourite character on the show and said that he finds them all "loathsome".Monty explained: "That's really difficult because they are all really loathsome.

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, 66, returned to our screens tonight for his new three-part series, Monty Don’s Adriatic Gardens.The presenter then revealed that one of his personal items had survived the trip home, only to be immediately ruined after he stepped through the door. Tonight, Monty treated viewers to a host of breathtaking views as he explored stunning Venetian gardens and uncovered some of the floating city’s hidden jewels. The gardening journalist revealed in the opening to the programme that they would be able to peer into private gardens in Corfu, view a grand new park in Athens, and even get a peak at an Adriatic garden that Monty had been helping to create. On his sun-soaked travels, one item that seemed to stay with Monty wherever he went was his straw hat. However, the BBC star revealed via social media that the reliable piece of headwear had since been completely destroyed, sharing a picture of the rim ripped from the top of the hat. Tweeting out to his 245,700 followers he wrote: “Thanks to all for kind comments about prog 1 of Adriatic Gardens. “For the record, my hat, which I bought in South Africa some years ago, was destroyed by Nellie within 5 minutes of getting home from Venice!”Monty’s dog, Nellie the golden retriever, joined Gardeners' World in 2016 and lives alongside the gardener’s other dog, named Patti.Monty’s beloved golden retriever Nigel was also a familiar sight on viewers’ screens, but he sadly died back in 2020. Under the post, Monty’s viewers shared their appreciation for his new show, which appeared to be a welcome ray of sunlight on a cold January evening. Seninegirl commented: “It’s really cheered me up.

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.