Ever wondered what, or who, inspired Alan Titchmarsh to become a gardener, a best-selling writer, editor and TV presenter? In this subscriber-only video, Alan reveals his five gardening heroes. He picks out a controversial figure from history, who is loved and loathed in equal measure. Many regard this person as a vandal, but Alan explains why he reveres the man and his work.
You’ll also discover the person who first got Alan interested in gardening, as well as somebody he idolised as a child. Alan also reveals the two horticulturists he admires the most.
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