Gardeners' World New Series

The lady who had 19 seating areas in her garden was inspirational. Ned has matured into a well behaved boy. Yes, it felt like winter is nearly done with.

I always feel emotional when the new series starts. So much to look forward to after winter.

I was interested to hear Bio Char mentioned in the feature about the garden built on top of concrete. I experimented with making this last year after I was given a bag of fine grade charcoal. I got most of the instructions from YouTube and used it on some very poor soil on my group allotment. The results were amazing!

I’ve just started another batch.

I enjoy GW but my OH groans every time he mentions “ peat free compost”, “climate change” or “ mental health”.

I’m scratching my head over the changes to two of the borders at Longmeadow. New lawns are generally not being encouraged due to their high maintenance ditto a rose garden. Christopher Lloyd would be turning in his grave. 😂

Never mind. I’m sure it will all look beautiful.

I didn't realise it had started.. So I'm going to watch on catch up soon..thanks for the reminder.

I like Monty Don, but I’m not keen on the formality of the mini gardens at Longmeadow. I prefer a freer, cottage garden, more flowing style. I think he’s right to mention peat free compost etc - we, as gardeners, have responsibilities.

I read that Monty Don plans to remain as presenter for the next three years all being well. I suppose after that we will no longer see Longmeadow. I enjoy the current format but also like Frances Tophill and Adam Frost.

So happy to see it back it makes me think summer is coming soon

I missed it last night, so watched it today, it has a reassuring rhythm to it that I find very relaxing.