Gardeners' World Season 49 Episode 18 Episode 18
- July 27, 2017
In this episode of Gardeners' World, we delve into the world of allotments and small gardens. Monty Don is on hand to offer expert advice and share his own experiences of getting the most out of limited space.
We start the episode with Monty taking a trip to a small garden in Kent. The owners have transformed their minuscule plot into a beautiful haven bursting with color and life. Monty is particularly impressed with their clever use of vertical planting, which has allowed them to fit an impressive amount of vegetation into a very small space.
Next up, we join Adam Frost as he offers tips and tricks for growing your own produce in an allotment. He begins by explaining the importance of planning ahead and choosing the right crops for your soil. He also shares some innovative ideas for making the most of even the tiniest of plots, including using raised beds and growing crops vertically.
Back in the studio, we catch up with Carol Klein as she explores the world of succulents. She shares her top picks for varieties that are easy to care for and beautifully striking. She also offers advice on how best to plant them and keep them thriving year-round.
As summer draws to a close, we join Arit Anderson as she gives tips on how to prolong the beauty of our gardens as autumn sets in. She shares ideas for incorporating plants that bloom late in the season, as well as tips for keeping our perennials looking their best during the colder months.
We then return to Monty, who shares his tips for creating a gorgeous fall display in your garden. He encourages viewers to embrace the colors and textures of the season, using pumpkins, autumn leaves, and other natural elements to create eye-catching displays.
Finally, we join Frances Tophill as she gets hands-on in her own allotment, harvesting and storing her crops for the winter months ahead. She shares her tips for preserving produce such as tomatoes and chilies, as well as some fantastic recipe ideas for using up any surplus.
Overall, this episode of Gardeners' World is packed full of useful tips and inspiration for gardeners of all levels. Whether you have a small urban plot or a sprawling country garden, there's something here for everyone to learn and enjoy.
