The well-known BBC Gardeners’ World host, Monty Don, revealed in a podcast episode that there is one plant he doesn’t like as he described how his ideal garden would look.
Monty Don has revealed one popular plant that he “doesn’t like very much”. In a revelation that may come as a surprise to enthusiasts, the BBC Gardeners’ World presenter disclosed that he’s not a particular fan of a much-loved plant that adorns gardens up and down Britain.
Speaking in an episode of the Talking Gardens podcast, Monty was asked to name something he wouldn’t allow in his “dream garden”, prompting him to reveal that he’s actually “quite tolerant”.
Monty, whose stunning Longmeadow garden appears on the show, explained that due to his long tenure on the BBC programme, they have to feature “all kinds of things” to cater for “all kinds of tastes”.
He added that if it weren’t being filmed, there wouldn’t be such a “complicated and complex” garden. Then, following that, Monty revealed three things he doesn’t like a lot, including a plant.
So, in some ways, I would just get rid of half of what we, you know, is too much of everything, Monty said. I’ve never willingly had a hanging basket, but if other people want one, I don’t mind if they do, because that’s what they want. They are not my enemies.
I simply don’t want them because they don’t offend me. I suppose bedding. I don’t often like to bedded, and it’s not something that really interests me. I have a hard time with chrysanthemum (chrysanthemum).
“I’m trying to whittle out what I already have, not to keep out what I don’t have,” I say. Therefore, I believe that’s the problem: I’m attempting to get rid of things I really enjoy rather than toss things I don’t want.
Despite this mild aversion to hanging baskets, it hasn’t stopped the helpful host from dishing out some advice on how to keep them blooming over the summer months.
Writing in his column for the Daily Mail, Monty advised people to remember that baskets dry out “much faster” than pots, particularly when they’re exposed to the elements. He did say there are two things keen gardeners can do to address this.
He suggested a “high awkward places” lance, a device that aids in travel. You can also try planting the basket to maintain the desired amount of moisture.
Monty advised “plant the basket to keep as much moisture in it as possible without it becoming clogged.” As your work surface, first place, place it on an empty bucket.
“Sprinkle moss from your garden, preferably, along the bottom of the basket and up the sides.” The compost will remain moist and intact.
In the meantime, moss can act as soil’s insulating layer. He continued, adding that evergreen clippings, including the “soft growth” of conifers, can aid in its fusion.
Source: Mirror
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