Documentary

The Secret History of the British Garden

Monty Don explores the fascinating history and evolution of the British garden, from the seventeenth century through to the modern day.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Name

The Secret History of the British Garden

First Air Date

November 15, 2015

Last Air Date

December 13, 2015

Seasons

1

Episodes

4

Language

English

Production Companies

Networks

BBC Two

The 20th Century
S01E04

The 20th Century

The concluding fourth episode, now in the 20th century, sees Monty examining the profound effect that two world wars had on attitudes to gardening. Today gardening is one of Britain’s most popular pastimes, and the horticultural industry is worth over nine billion pounds annually . Monty reveals the pioneers who led this gardening revolution.

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