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More highlights from the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park as the winner of the Best Show Garden is revealed and revel in the exotic as the team look at tender plants that fill our late summer borders with colour and texture. Exploring the Discover and Grow marquee, the team uncover the varieties of fruit and vegetables packed with flavour and ideal to grow in our gardens at home and if you are experiencing a glut with your harvest don't worry - we have the solution with a master class in pickling.  And this episode sees the final of the RHS Young Designer of the Year competition, capturing the moment one of the five talented fresh-faced designers receives the career-making award. RHS Flower Show Tatton Park episode 2 2018 RHS Flower Show Tatton Park held at Tatton Park, near Knutsford, Cheshire, first began in 1999 by the Royal Horticultural Society. The show houses the RHS National Flower Bed Competition, Young Designer of the Year Award and a wide range of inspirational show gardens,...

This episode is the first of two visits to the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park in Cheshire as it celebrates its 20th birthday with a festival of flowers. The team of horticultural experts explore the diverse range of show gardens, including the compact 'back to backs' category - exclusive to the show - and we tour the floral marquee to discover the plants that give our gardens the scent of summer.  The show meets the first three of the five fresh-faced designers who have secured their place in the 10th annual RHS Young Designer of the Year competition, and discovers the darker side of plants in a new exhibit - the Poison Garden.   RHS Flower Show Tatton Park episode 1 2018 RHS Flower Show Tatton Park held at Tatton Park, near Knutsford, Cheshire, first began in 1999 by the Royal Horticultural Society. The show houses the RHS National Flower Bed Competition, Young Designer of the Year Award and a wide range of inspirational show gardens, smaller 'Back to Back' gardens, v...

It's the last day at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2018 for Joe Swift, Jo Whiley and team. Carol Klein reveals what to plant for instant results, Arit Anderson has some Hampton-inspired ideas for outside space, and Adam Frost explores how to create privacy in a garden. Toby Buckland meets the winner of Florist of the Year, and Nick Bailey looks in detail at a cut flower favourite, lily.   Hampton Court Palace Flower Show ep. 5 2018 The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest flower show in the world. The Show is held in early July, and run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at Hampton Court Palace in southwest London. The show features show gardens, floral marquees and pavilions, talks and demonstrations. Erected on the north and south sides of the Long Water in Hampton Court Park, it is the second major national show after the Chelsea Flower Show but has a different character, focusing more on environmental issues, growing your own food and vegetables and ...

Joe Swift, Jo Whiley and team continue their tour of the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. Toby Buckland reveals his top al fresco design tips, Adam Frost takes a look around a garden with its own bar, Frances Tophill shows how to create impressive summer containers, and Arit Anderson enjoys the outdoor life in a Scandinavian-inspired garden.  Also joining them tonight is Carol Klein, who finds out about new varieties of hydrangeas, Juliet Sargeant explores the importance of grasses and seed heads, Mark Lane looks at a perennial favourite, rose, and Nick Bailey speaks to one of the leading garden designers of our time, Piet Oudolf, who has been named the RHS Horticultural Hero of 2018. Hampton Court Palace Flower Show ep. 4 2018 The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest flower show in the world. The Show is held in early July, and run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at Hampton Court Palace in southwest London. The show features show gardens, floral marquees and ...

Joe Swift and Jo Whiley are joined by gardening experts Carol Klein, Adam Frost, Arit Anderson, Nick Bailey and Toby Buckland at the Royal Horticultural Society's Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2018.  Carol has World Cup fever as she explores plants from across the globe in the Floral Marquee. Toby finds out how to design the perfect family garden, Jo looks at a garden inspired by the topical issue of social media, and Joe talks to a designer whose garden was influenced by a classic children's favourite, the Mr Men books. Hampton Court Palace Flower Show ep. 3 2018 The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest flower show in the world. The Show is held in early July, and run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at Hampton Court Palace in southwest London. The show features show gardens, floral marquees and pavilions, talks and demonstrations. Erected on the north and south sides of the Long Water in Hampton Court Park, it is the second major national show after the...

Joe Swift and Jo Whiley are back at the world's largest annual flower show, the Royal Horticultural Society's Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, where they reveal the winners of the Best Show Garden and the Best Floral Exhibit.  Joe and Jo are joined by experts Carol Klein, Adam Frost, Frances Tophill, Juliet Sargeant and Mark Lane, who explore some of the themes at Hampton this year, including health and wellbeing, as well as look at new varieties of gardeners' favourite - dahlia.   Hampton Court Palace Flower Show ep. 2 2018 The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest flower show in the world. The Show is held in early July, and run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at Hampton Court Palace in southwest London. The show features show gardens, floral marquees and pavilions, talks and demonstrations. Erected on the north and south sides of the Long Water in Hampton Court Park, it is the second major national show after the Chelsea Flower Show but has a differe...

Joe Swift and Jo Whiley take a look at what's in store at the RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. In the first of five programmes, Joe and Jo are joined by experts Carol Klein, Adam Frost, Arit Anderson and Nick Bailey to reveal some of the stunning show gardens and high summer exhibits in the floral marquee.  Gorgeous gardens, fabulous florals & fantastic shopping in an unforgettable setting.    Hampton Court Palace Flower Show ep. 1 2018 The Hampton Court Palace Flower Show is the largest flower show in the world. The Show is held in early July, and run by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at Hampton Court Palace in southwest London. The show features show gardens, floral marquees and pavilions, talks and demonstrations. Erected on the north and south sides of the Long Water in Hampton Court Park, it is the second major national show after the Chelsea Flower Show but has a different character, focusing more on environmental issues, growing your own food and vegetables ...

Elaine in Lymington loves gardening, but her front garden is out of control, with loads of messy shrubs, an out of control conifer and a front door the postman can't find. Can the team give purpose to the chaotic front space that matches Elaine's own dramatic style? Post moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-15-2018 Charlie Dimmock and award-winning garden designers the Rich brothers compete to design gardens for homeowners around the country.

The team is in Norwich where Charlie and the brothers are going head to head to win the right to make over the garden of Taj and Rachel. Rachel and girlfriend Taj met online, they've been together for nearly four years and have a puppy and baby on its way. Rachel has recently completed her paramedic training, and Taj is a pharmacist. They would love to challenge the designers to tackle the slope at the bottom of their garden, which is the sunniest spot. Post moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-14-2018

The team is in Aylesbury where Charlie and the brothers go against each other to win the right to make over the garden of Michelle and Alistair and their two daughters. Alistair, who is in the air force, and Michelle, a neonatal nurse, have been together for 16 years. They have a small back garden but they need it to work hard for them providing space for entertainment and relaxation and also where their daughters Tabitha and Jocelyn, who both have autism can play. Moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-13-2018

The team is in Northampton where Charlie and the brothers go against each other to win the right to make over the garden of Theresa and Martyn. Theresa has recently retired from a career in nursing and Martyn has retired from a long teaching career. So, after being married for 42 years, and with their children moved out and providing them with grand children, they are free to enjoy their new 'forever home' - the only problem? The garden is 'boring' and 'green'. More info and video here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-12-2018

Horticulturalist Chris Beardshaw uncovers the British contribution to the history of our most iconic fruit. He reveals the 'golden age', when the passion and dedication of Victorian gardeners gave us more varieties than anywhere else in the world.  Chris also finds out how the remarkable ingenuity of a small group of 20th century British scientists helped create the modern mass-market apple. Britain has more varieties of apple than anywhere else in the world. At the National Fruit Collection, Joan Morgan explains why. Ian Sturrock cultivates rare Welsh fruit trees and has discovered an extraordinary apple growing, against all the odds, on Bardsey Island. Chris visits the 200 year old Bramley tree, still growing strong in a garden in Nottinghamshire. Apples An apple is a sweet, edible fruit produced by an apple tree (Malus pumila). Apple trees are cultivated worldwide, and are the most widely grown species in the genus Malus. The tree originated in Central Asia, where its wild ...

The team is in North Walsham where Charlie and the brothers go head to head to win the right to make over the garden of Christine and Tony. If ever a couple needed the peace and consoling virtues of a good garden, it is this one. In June 2015, Anthony and Christine were shot in a terrorist attack in Tunisia. Post moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-11-2018

The team face one of their biggest ever challenges, as Tracey and Rob's Newport home has it all - dangerous sloped banks, multiple levels full of wild weeds, overgrown hedges and too many trees. But for those brave enough to make it to the top, the garden offers a magnificent view. Can Charlie and the Rich brothers work together to tame this space and give the family a place to relax? Post moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-10-2018 Charlie Dimmock and award-winning garden designers the Rich brothers compete to design gardens for homeowners around the country.

The team is in Liphook to meet Anne and Shaun, who have a very big garden and a daughter who has her own ideas on what makes a perfect outdoor space. Can the Rich brothers save the day, or will it be Charlie Dimmock's design that suits the family most? Post was moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-9-2018

Charlie Dimmock and the Rich brothers are tasked with bringing a tropical vibe to a sparse garden in Lincolnshire. Lizzie and Mike want the colours and feel of an island getaway, so which design will they choose? Post moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-8-2018

Charlie Dimmock, Harry Rich and David Rich travel to Leicester to meet Paul, a personal trainer who would like to be able to use his space for clients, as well as for relaxing with friends and family. Can the team give him an all-purpose garden that also takes into consideration his disability? More here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-7-2018

Charlie Dimmock and the Rich brothers meet Arvinder and Yolanda, a couple juggling older parents, twin babies and busy careers, whose garden has fallen into disrepair. The team heads to south London to make a space where the family can stop and reflect. Moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-6-2018 /

The RHS Chatsworth Flower Show 2018 is celebrated in a one-hour special programme. Adam Frost, Carol Klein, Arit Anderson, Nick Bailey and Mark Lane share all the highlights of this year's show.    The team seek out horticultural inspiration and planting design ideas in the show gardens and floral marquee, discovering why conifers could be coming back into fashion and exploring Chatsworth's rich orchid history. RHS Chatsworth Flower Show 2018 A huge display of orchids which you can see through the eyes of a bee and a stunning river of flowers are just two of the highlights of the RHS Chatsworth Flower Show, which starts today. The show returns to Chatsworth from June 6 to 10, with other highlights including a display of moth orchids billed as the most spectacular ever seen in the UK. Up to 5,000 plants will be used at the event, with 100 varieties on show. Award-winning floral designer and TV personality Jonathan Moseley, known for his innovative and creative floral designs an...

Music-loving couple Paul and Victoria welcome Charlie and the Rich brothers to their retro-styled home in Coventry. Their garden might not have much to offer right now, but with an original Anderson shelter in place and its owners bursting with imagination, this space is ready for a creative makeover from the Garden Rescue team. The video was moved here: https://hdclump.com/ garden-rescue-episode-5-2018