Winter Conversations

In this new series, join Monty as he prepares for Christmas at Longmeadow, discover peatlands, rainforests and a herbarium. Listen to allotment and urban garden histories, find out who Adam Frost's garden heroes are, how Carol Klein has adapted her garden over the years, and delve into the largest horticultural library in the world, and more.

Episode 14 - Festive traditions, with Frances Tophill

Join Frances for Christmassy folklore and the little seasonal rituals and cheerful jobs that make festive gardening feel special.

Episode 13 - How to have a stylish and sustainable Christmas, with Arit Anderson

Explore what to gather from the garden, how to design with natural colour and texture, and ways to make your festive decorations last throughout the season.

Episode 12 - Gardening memories, with Carol Klein

Join Carol as she unearths some of the fascinating stories that have got her to where she is today.

Episode 11 - Plant health matters, with Tracy Wilson

Explore how we can identify and protect our plants from pests and diseases to help keep our gardens and the countryside safe and thriving.

Episode 10 - My garden heroes and the people that have impacted my gardening life, with Adam Frost

Discover Adam's early gardening influences and the people who have helped him in his career.

Episode 9 - In my garden, with Lydia Millen

Lydia reveals how nature and gardening have changed her life, and how they help her work better and live a healthier life.

Episode 8 - Staying fit in later life in the garden, with Jacqueline Hooton

Discover how being in the garden and outdoor spaces can be a fantastic way to stay fit with personal trainer Jacqueline Hooton.

Episode 7 - Rainforest revealed, with Dr Rosa Vasquez Espinoza

Uncovers one of the most unexplored regions on the planet, The Rainforest with Dr Rosa Vasquez Espinoza.

Episode 6 - Allotments and urban garden histories, with JC Niala

Explore the connections of allotments through community, nature and culture with allotment historian JC Niala.

Episode 5 - Renovating a garden, with Nick Bailey

Join plantsman and TV presenter Nick Bailey, who's recently renovated his own garden, for advice on how to give your garden a new lease of life.

Episode 4 - Precious peatlands, with Alys Fowler

Delve into the world of peat bogs with horticulturist and peat bog enthusiast Alys Fowler, to appreciate the value of peatlands' natural resources, beauty and richness.

Episode 3 - Front garden appeal, with Arit Anderson

Join Arit Anderson for recommendations to ensure your front garden is functional as well as visually appealing, and reap the wellbeing benefits too.

Episode 2 - How to garden as you age, with Carol Klein

Discover how Carol has adapted her garden and the way she gardens over the years.

Episode 1 - Monty Don's Greatest Gardening Lessons

Monty reveals the joy of creating and discovering gardens that connect people and plants.