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Monty Don has taken to Twitter to apologise to fans who have expressed their disappointment about his autumn tour locations.The 67-year-old told his followers he is "fully booked" for the next two years so can't change or add to to his schedule as some had hoped.The Gardeners' World star will kick off his nationwide tour in November, starting in Oxford.Other locations he'll be visiting are; London, Birmingham, Cardiff and Liverpool.Since announcing his tour, many have questioned why he wasn't able to put on a gig locally.In view of his 293,000 followers, he explained: "To those of you disappointed that I shall not be appearing locally during my autumn tour, I apologise, but these things are planned ( by others) months in advance and depend upon the mutual availability of venues and myself.Karren Brady fears for royals 'shivering' over Prince Harry's book"What was intended to be just 10 locations has been extended to 14 but that is it this year."Books to write, film trips to prepare and, squeezed in amongst it all, a life to be lived."However, there is always another day."In response to a fan who asked if he'd ever come to America, the gardener replied: "Not for a little while."Fully booked for next couple of years."Twitter user Miss DMU ranted that those who organise tours should consider those who live in rural areas. She wrote: "We are fans & would love to see you in the flesh, it may not bring in profit but what it would do for us is unmeasurable in monetary value."From a huge fan in rural Aberdeenshire, we have a bookshop too."Strictly's Anton Du Beke 'heartbroken' after pal was axed from show [REVEALED]Gabby Logan breaks down over husband's cancer as she gives update [WATCH]Geena Davis reflects on Bill Murray

Commenting on Monty’s new puppy Ned, Christinairvine2020 commented: “Ned is going to be huge by then!“Please keep putting pictures up of Nellie & Ned.“Any tips on ripening the chillis? Still on plants in a cool greenhouse.Thank you.”Luke_sargent said: “4 programmes to look forward to in December?“That’s one more than last year! No grumbling from me at all.”Wrayscott added: “Wish you’d carry on over winter. It really brightens up my week.“But I do understand you may want a break.Thank you for all the joy.”Waw3_2 typed: “This time of year makes me feel quite sad.”Monty recently surprised fans after revealing a huge change to the popular BBC programme Gardeners' World.The TV star announced that an Instagram account has finally been launched for the programme in a Twitter post.Addressing followers in a video alongside fellow presenter Rachel de Thame, Monty said: "Now, good news because Gardeners' World is now on Instagram.""At last, at last.

"Will just spend the winter watching on iPlayer, catching up with bits I missed. Anything Carol does too." (sic)Aec82 typed in reference to Monty's new adorable telly companion, puppy Ned: "Gutted and we are going to miss Ned growing up too."Please continue posting pictures of him."Garywarman19761 tweeted: "Thanks Monty for the series and the winter specials you give so much so relaxing.See you in the spring, look after yourself."Patterson5_a penned: "Sad to hear filming has finished but good to know you will have Longmeadow to yourselves again."Delighted also to see there are going to be some GWs in December but the best is hopefully going to see you again next March.

Monty Don has received warnings from concerned fans after sharing a sweet video with his new puppy Ned, after he discovered he "discovered the joys of rotting pears".The Gardeners' World star's video was inundated with loving comments from fans, but a few took it upon themselves to warn the horticulturalist not to let Ned have too many, as it could lead to "dire consequences".In view of his one million followers, Monty told how Ned had discovered a new favourite food.Monty affectionately cradled Ned in his orchard as he asked him what he was eating.Ned looked up at the horticulturalist while munching away as he flopped in Monty's arms, leading the star to burst into laughter.Monty wrote: "Ned has discovered the joys of rotten pears."A post shared by Monty Don (@themontydon)Fans of the Gardeners' World star soon took to the comments following the adorable clip.Home.couch.home warned the gardener: "He'll be tipsy."Cathy_cregan asked the star: "Is he drunk?" alongside a laughing emoji.cmykerr commented: "He’s so happy with himself!! Maybe not so tomorrow with a bubbly tummy!!!!"While carmjb warned: "Don’t let him eat too many..

Gardeners’ World favourite Monty Don, 67, has brought some much-needed light to a sad day for Brits, following the Queen’s death yesterday.The star took to Instagram this evening to share that he had found an adorable “replacement” for his beloved late dog Nigel, who tragically died in 2020.Nigel’s death prompted an outpouring of grief from Gardeners’ World viewers at the time, as they had become accustomed to seeing the golden retriever following Monty around at Longmeadow on the show each week, with their bond being clear to see.Monty brightened the day of many of his 1.1 million social media followers, as he introduced them to his “irresistibly charming” new family member, a golden retriever puppy.The BBC gardener could be seen grinning from ear to ear as he cuddled his new pet, who was making puppy dog eyes at the camera.He captioned the sweet picture by acknowledging the emotional nature of the day, after Buckingham Palace confirmed Queen Elizabeth II had died on Thursday afternoon, at the age of 96.Monty poignantly penned: “On a day when we are sharing a deep sense of sadness and loss, I went to choose the new bright innocent and irresistibly charming member of our family, replacing Nigel. “He will be joining us next week. I haven't told Nellie or Patti yet…,” he quipped, in reference to his two other pet pooches.It wasn’t long before Monty’s fans flocked to the comments to thank the presenter for cheering them up during the national period of mourning for the monarch.linda_gls1 commented: “He is adorable, thank you for bringing a smile at this sad time.

@nytimes. “Because I'm a subscriber, you can read it through this gift link without a subscription.”The article is a comment on a satirical video by Australian comedian Tom Walker, in character as his alter-ego Jonathan Pie. It humorously criticises the incoming PM for not being “well-equipped” to fix Britain, which the author of the article described as a nation “falling apart at the seams".Fans of the TV gardener were divided about the issues discussed in the video. @TweetWatcher761 said: “Monty, I follow you for gardening, not party politics. “What on earth is going on at the BBC?” @YoSayitEmSam wrote: “Wow it’s sounds very dire over there.”(sic)@Lumsays commented: “Thanks for that. “I live in Canada and we aren’t perfect but I think most of our politicians have a conscience.”@Kimnevard put: “Thanks for this Monty. Ignore those who say you shouldn’t express your opinions in politics. “It makes not a jot of difference what your profession is, you, and every other person in this country is entitled to comment on politics.”It comes after Liz Truss, 47, beat Rishi Sunak, 42, in the race to become Boris Johnson's successor.In the result from two days ago, the new PM won a 57 per cent victory over rival Rishi’s 43 per cent. From Tuesday, she will take over Boris Johnson's role as Tory party leader, and has vowed to focus on the current cost of living crisis.The result has urged many to share their opinions online, including Monty Python legend John Cleese.Taking to his Twitter account today, the 82-year-old shared a response about Liz declaring it is an "honour" for her to become the country's next leader.He wrote: "Liz Truss says that it's an honour to be elected leader of the Conservative party.

Monty Don has opened up about the tragic loss of a family member who drowned when he was out fishing. In an unearthed interview, the Gardeners' World presenter, 67, spoke about the devastating loss.Speaking in 2016, the horticulturalist candidly spoke about the tragedy.The star opened up about the last time he had "cried", revealing it was after he learned of the death of a family member.Monty said: "I cried on Saturday because my brother-in-law was killed."He drowned when he was out fishing.

Monty Don, 67, had been running a jewellery business with his wife Sarah and selling gems to the likes of Michael Jackson and Princess Diana, before losing everything and being declared bankrupt. He felt so desperately unhappy that he resorted to finding a healer, but they told him nothing more could be done for him, sparking off the very relationship with nature that made him a household name.The Gardeners' World star recalled that, after the financial crisis of 1987 caused him to lose his business, he felt "angry with his own skin".He suffered bouts of depression so intense that Sarah was terrified not just for his wellbeing but for that of their children, who had begun to ask: "Why is daddy always crying?"He admitted in his book The Jewel Garden, which chronicles everything from his business failure to his subsequent gardening successes, that his temper had become "unreasonable".Monty revealed: "[In the end] I went to see a healer.

Monty Don once revealed what his wife Sarah believed to be “the worst thing about living with him”.

Monty Don has taken to Twitter to share "exciting" news about his upcoming shows for the BBC.The Gardeners' World host, 67, confirmed that he'll be keeping busy for the next two years as he revealed more gardening and travel shows are in the works.In view of his 267,000 followers, the horticulturalist made the announcement after getting the go-ahead from the broadcaster.Monty penned: "Just had the green light for two new series for the BBC - one on Spanish gardens next year and another biggie on UK gardens, to be filmed across next two years - alongside GW of course."Same team that made Adriatic, Japanese, American, French, Paradise etc. Very exciting."Following the news, the star's followers took to the comments to express their delight at the announcement.Twitter user @cm_bagot wrote: "Thank goodness, some new gardens to discover.

Gardeners’ World star Monty Don, 66, has opened up about nearly going bankrupt with his wife Sarah. In their book, the couple described how they almost “lost everything”. Monty and Sarah ran an initially successful costume jewellery business.However, the stock market crash of 1987 left them almost bankrupt and without savings.The pair were left so distressed by the situation that they both became physically ill and they even ended up having to sell their home for a fraction of its original price. Sarah explained in their book, The Jewel Garden: “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.

The BBC favourite even said that it was necessary, as advised by his doctors, that he must garden in order to battle bouts of depression.Monty said: “When I am troubled, I am still, I have been and will be, that is when I need to get my hands on the soil. It is part of me.“Gardening is done for love.

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 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

"Oh and I filmed all day for tonight’s programme at 8pm on BBC2. Quite a day!”Monty’s followers congratulated the Gardeners' World presenter.@Sassyhome wrote: “Looking wonderful with your shiny new medal, and quite chuffed to chat with HRH the Queen.“Couldn't be happier for you and all your hard-earned honours.”“The programme is a national institution.

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.