Episode 24

Monty celebrates a rewarding summer fruit harvest, proving that careful cultivation can triumph even in severe drought conditions. He gathers baskets of ripe produce while looking ahead to autumn, planning and sowing crops to keep the kitchen supplied in the months to come. Along the way, he shares practical advice on reviving plants scorched by intense heat and begins an exciting renovation project that promises to bring fresh life and new possibilities to the garden.

Carol Klein delves into the secret world of leaves to uncover the cutting-edge science and surprising new discoveries that are transforming our understanding of plant life. Rachel de Thame visits a head gardener in Hertfordshire who guides her around an extraordinary plant library packed with interesting specimens, while in Suffolk, there's a garden designer and passionate wildlife advocate whose garden has been carefully shaped to support both family life and biodiversity. Plus a visit to a dedicated houseplant grower in Edinburgh, who showcases an impressive collection and shares the enthusiasm behind a thriving indoor jungle.