Gardeners’ World 2022 episode 6: It’s the Easter bank holiday, and at Longmeadow, Monty turns his attention to planting up his new bog garden and sows cucumber and melon seeds. Adam Frost heads to a beautiful walled garden that is both ornamental and productive in West Sussex. At Longmeadow, Monty Don, the beloved host, focuses his efforts on planting up his newly designed bog garden, a project that promises to add a unique and lush dimension to his already impressive garden. Monty also dedicates time to sow cucumber and melon seeds, sharing his expert tips on how to cultivate these popular summer crops successfully. His insights are invaluable for both novice and seasoned gardeners aiming to expand their horticultural skills.
Meanwhile, Adam Frost embarks on a journey to West Sussex, where he visits a stunning walled garden that perfectly balances ornamental beauty with productive functionality. This garden serves as a magnificent example of how aesthetic appeal and practical gardening can coexist harmoniously. Adam explores the intricacies of the garden’s design and plant selection, providing viewers with plenty of inspiration for their own garden projects.
The episode also marks the first visit of the year to Sue Kent’s garden near Swansea. Sue, known for her creative and accessible gardening techniques, reveals exciting news about a new project she has been working on. Her enthusiasm and innovative approach are sure to inspire viewers who are looking to start their own ambitious gardening endeavors.
In Lancashire, the spotlight turns to a national collection holder of hepatica. This segment offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of this delicate and beautiful genus of flowering plants. The collection holder shares insights into the care and cultivation of hepatica, highlighting the dedication and passion required to maintain such a collection. This feature is particularly captivating for plant enthusiasts interested in expanding their knowledge of rare and unique species.
Additionally, the episode introduces a houseplant enthusiast who shares his deep passion for indoor gardening. His segment is filled with practical advice and creative ideas for incorporating houseplants into home décor, emphasizing the benefits of indoor greenery for enhancing living spaces and improving air quality. His enthusiasm is contagious, encouraging viewers to explore the joys of indoor gardening.
Throughout the episode, Gardeners’ World viewers are invited to share the joy that their gardens bring them. This interactive element adds a personal touch to the show, celebrating the diverse and beautiful gardens of viewers from different regions. These shared experiences and stories create a sense of community and connection among gardening enthusiasts.
Overall, Gardeners’ World 2022 episode 6 is a rich tapestry of gardening wisdom, inspiration, and community spirit. From Monty Don’s expert advice at Longmeadow to the stunning walled garden in West Sussex, and from Sue Kent’s exciting new project to the fascinating world of hepatica in Lancashire, this episode offers something for every gardening lover. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting out, the insights and inspiration from this episode are sure to enhance your gardening journey and bring a touch of Easter joy to your outdoor and indoor spaces.
Gardeners’ World 2022 episode 6
How to make a bog garden
A bog garden can be created by adapting an existing soggy area, or from scratch, either at the edge of a pond, or as a standalone feature. Permanently damp, it creates an area where moisture-loving plants thrive. These plants are different to those suited to the standing water of a pond, so will attract a host of different wildlife.
A bog garden may be a better option than a pond for families with young children. Like a pond, it should attract frogs, toads and even grass snakes. Dragonflies and damselflies will perch on the taller grasses, and bees and butterflies will flit around the flowers.
Creating a bog garden is the perfect use for a redundant or leaky pond, but it can also be an informal edge to an existing pond or a way of cultivating a naturally waterlogged dip in your garden. Bog gardens provide a range of attractive planting opportunities and are an excellent wildlife habitat. Small areas are generally easier to create and maintain as a bog garden. Larger areas need to have stepping stones or walkways incorporated into the design to allow access for maintenance.
Creating a bog garden is an ideal method for converting an existing garden pond, or adding a bog area to the edge of a new pond, as the same pond liner can be used underneath the bog garden to create waterlogged conditions. Holes are pierced into the liner and a layer of gravel placed in the bottom to allow for some drainage, so that conditions are waterlogged without pooling.
Box tree caterpillar
Box tree caterpillars feed within webbing and can completely defoliate box plants. It is a relatively new insect to Britain. Whilst the adult moth was first reported in Britain in 2007, caterpillars were not found in private gardens until 2011, it has since become widely distributed across England (particularly London and surrounding areas) and is present in Wales, Scotland, Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Box tree caterpillars are the larvae of a moth that feeds on box (Buxus) plants. It is native to East Asia and became established in Europe in 2007. Although the first adult moth arrived in Britain during 2007, followed by several moths to light traps in 2008, it was not until 2011 that larvae were reported in private gardens in the home counties. By the end of 2014 the moth had become established in parts of London and surrounding areas; in many cases the caterpillars cause severe defoliation. For growers in the south-east of England it is now a problem that is likely to reoccur repeatedly throughout the growing season and in successive years.
