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Monty Don signs off from Gardeners' World after 25 years

The presenter bids farewell to the BBC gardening series with a final episode recorded at his Longmeadow garden.

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At a glance

  • Monty Don has presented his final Gardeners' World episode after almost 25 years
  • The episode was recorded at his Longmeadow garden
  • The broadcast featured Don discussing autumn and the approach of winter

Monty Don has presented his final episode of Gardeners' World, the long-running BBC television series, after nearly 25 years with the programme. The episode was recorded at his Longmeadow garden on Friday, featuring Don walking through the autumn landscape as it transitions into winter.

Don's departure marks the end of a lengthy tenure on the gardening show, during which he became known for his distinctive presenting style. The final episode aired with reflections on seasonal change and the cycles of growth and renewal in gardens.

Why it matters

Gardeners' World is one of the BBC's longest-running television series, and Don's departure marks a significant change for the programme.

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