Gardeners' World 2025: next episode, presenters and everything we know

Monty Don with his dog Ned on the Mound at Longmeadow
Monty Don with his dog Ned on the Mound at Longmeadow. (Image credit: BBC Studios)

Gardener's World 2025 is here to bring anyone from budding gardeners to seasoned horticulturalists everything they need to make the most out of their garden, no matter the size or location.

For years Gardener's World has been the flagship gardening show on the BBC, with a team of green-fingered experts sharing the best tips, hints and advice from the gardening world so we can get our gardens looking their best, no matter what time of year it is.

But when is the next episode of Gardener's World 2025 on, who are the presenters and which plants will be featured?

Here is everything you need to know about Gardeners' World 2025...

Monty Don deadheading his dahlias at Longmeadow

Monty Don is back for another season of Gardeners' World. (Image credit: BBC Studios)

Gardeners' World 2025: when is the next episode? 

Gardeners' World 2025 is returning to BBC Two on Friday, February 14 at 8pm as the compilation episodes begin.

You can also catch up on past episodes of Gardeners' World 2023 and 2024 on BBC iPlayer.

Gardeners' World 2025: What happened the latest episode? 

Friday, February 14, 2025 - Compilations epsiode 1
Monty and the team celebrate the joy of gardening by looking back at some of their most memorable seasonal highlights. Monty shows the transformation that his cottage garden has undergone over the past year, while Frances Tophill is at Newby Hall in North Yorkshire, a place where candelabra primulas light up the garden in a dazzling display of colour. Toby Buckland visits the world-famous double herbaceous borders at Arley Hall in Cheshire, thought to be the first of their kind ever planted in England, and Arit Anderson visits Charleston in East Sussex, a garden steeped in history with a very colourful backstory.

Friday, February 21, 2025 - Complications epsiode 2
Monty and the team look back at some of the most glorious gardens they’ve been to. Monty creates a new seating area in the garden, filled with fragrant herbs, while Adam Frost is in Dublin with an exclusive backstage pass to the garden of U2 bass guitarist Adam Clayton. Advolly Richmond visits Plas Brondanw Gardens in Gwynnedd, and Sue Kent visits a stunning garden in Carmarthenshire that makes the most of its watery setting to support wildlife.

Gardeners' World 2024: What happened in last year's episodes? 

Gardeners' World 2024 Winter Specials - episode 4
There was a distinctly festive feel at Longmeadow as Monty created a Christmas container and pots up some wintersweet, one of the best-scented shrubs for the colder months. Meanwhile, Frances Tophill joined a Christmas wreath-making workshop at a garden in Oxfordshire.

Gardeners' World 2024 Winter Specials - episode 3
Frances Tophill found out what it takes to look after some of the world's rarest and most endangered plants as she went behind the scenes at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.

Gardeners' World 2024 Winter Specials - episode 2
The second Winter Specials epsiode saw Adam Frost take stock in his garden while Toby Buckland also visited a garden near Bath shaped by the disused canal that it’s built on.

Gardeners' World 2024 Winter Specials - episode 1
In the first Winter Specials episode Monty Don and the team celebrated the changing seasons and the beauty of the gardening year in all its glory. Colour and fragrance are even more valuable in winter when the skies are grey so Carol Klein visited a garden in Somerset filled with some of the best shrubs that offer both flowers and scent in the colder months.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 32
In episode 32 Monty Don planted a hawthorn hedge in the orchard, pruned a climbing rose and started to plant tulips for next spring. Arit Anderson visited a nursery in East Sussex that specialises in hardy perennials and ornamental grasses, and Sue Kent met a gardener who had radically transformed the topography of her plot.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 31
Monty Don plants an early flowering clematis along a shady wall, and checks on the progress of his supermarket garlic that he's growing as an experiment in a container. Adam Frost visits a plantsman's paradise at Fullers Mill in Suffolk, and at Brodsworth Hall in Doncaster, Advolly Richmond delves into the history of houseplants.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 30
Episode 30 saw Frances Tophill back at Powderham Castle in Devon, where she put the finishing touches to a new herb area. She prepared the vegetable beds for winter, planned for spring colour by planting tulip bulbs and demonsted how to easily identify and remove common garden weeds.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 29

It was apple harvest time in episode 29, so Monty collected some of his windfalls to juice, planted a shrub in the Cottage Garden, and potted up amaryllis bulbs for Christmas. He got ready for an early crop next year by getting his spring cabbage in the ground and celebrated the many uses of leafmould – an autumnal treasure money just can’t buy.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 28

Episode 28 saw autumn well and truly underway so Monty shared his tips on how to get more for your money when buying perennials. Planning ahead for a vibrant spring display, he also created a bulb lasagne in a pot and harvested his pumpkins.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 27

In episode 27 Frances Tophill returned to Powderham Castle in Devon. Carol Klein visited a garden brimming with colour, and Joe Swift met a young couple who’ve transformed their urban space into a green oasis.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 26

In episode 26 Monty gave his top tips on how to keep lawns looking their best throughout autumn, tidied up the pond, and planned ahead for a colourful spring display by potting up hyacinths.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 25

Monty planned ahead for next year as he planted camassias and cyclamen for a spring display and sowed hardy annuals into his cut flower beds, whilst in the veg garden he planted out strawberries.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 24

In a special programme from Norfolk, Arit Anderson and Adam Frost went behind the scenes at East Ruston Old Vicarage to discover how the beautiful garden was created half a century ago by its owners, and how they and a team of volunteers keep it looking outstanding all summer long.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 23

Monty continued his preparations for next year by getting some daffodils in the ground, while Frances Tophill visited pioneering horticulturist Josh Sparkes at his experimental plot in Devon.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 22

With September just around the corner, Monty was looking ahead to next year and made a start on adding some foxtail lilies to his borders. The winter salads he sowed last month were also ready to plant out, and in the greenhouse, there was the conundrum of what to do about fuchsia gall mite.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 21

Monty gave his top tips for filling gaps in the summer borders, with an array of plants to extend the season into autumn and beyond. He also demonstrated how to prune a species rose, took cuttings from his succulents and sowed turnips for a harvest before the end of the year.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 20

Episode 20 saw Adam Frost get on with a few timely tasks at home in his garden. He also shared his top tips on how to build a green roof on a log store. Meanwhile, Arit Anderson traveled to Hertfordshire to visit a nurseryman who’s bucking the trend in the world of houseplants.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 19

Episode 19 saw Monty prune his philadelphus and take cuttings. He also trimmed back delphiniums, checked up on his strawberries, and planned ahead for autumn colour. Also, Sue Kent assessed her summer borders and took wallflower cuttings, while Advolly Richmond visited the romantic masterpiece of Plas Brondanw, a visionary garden set in the majestic Eryri National Park.

Gardener's World 2024 - episode 18

Episode 18 saw Monty getting the garden ‘holiday ready’ as he tackled some of the jobs to do before going away this summer. He also planted phlox in the Cottage Garden, harvested potatoes, and sowed seeds for late-summer salads. As areas of gardens can start to look a bit bedraggled at this time of year, Monty cut back plants that have finished flowering and gave the garden a refresh as the late summer season begins.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 17

Episode 17 saw the team heading to Cheshire, at the biggest horticultural event in the north, the RHS Flower Show Tatton Park. Adam Frost and Frances Tophill revealed the latest in garden design, as well as bringing plant perfection from some of the best nurseries and growers in the country.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 16

Episode 16 was a special edition from the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival. Nick Bailey and Arit Anderson shared highlights of the show gardens and floral marquee to inspire us all while Arit encouraged us to think more sustainably as she revealed her entirely peat-free feature garden.

Gardners' World 2024 - episode 15

In episode 15 Monty tackled some emergency pruning needed on one of his favourite crab apples, while in the vegetable garden was time to harvest garlic and an early crop of beans. He also planted up some narrow borders in the new seating area with species that will thrive in poor, shallow soil.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 14

In episode 14 Frances Tophill was at Powderham Castle in Devon. She spent the day there with her good friend Jeanette, who has been transforming part of the walled garden into a productive growing space. As well as planting raspberries, fruit trees and climbing beans, Frances added colour to an ornamental border and shared tips for growing herbs in containers.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 13

In episode 13 the team were Birmingham-bound for one of the highlights of the horticultural year - the annual Gardeners’ World Live event. Monty Don, Nick Bailey, Adam Frost, Sue Kent, Carol Klein and Frances Tophill were all on hand to bring the best the gardening world has to offer.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 12

In episode 12 Monty revealed his plans for planting pots in his cottage garden, shared tips on how to start your own topiary from scratch, and in the veg garden, got some pumpkins in the ground.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 11

In episode 11 Monty revealed a new outdoor eating area he has been working on and started by planting up a delicious pot of herbs. Now that any threat of frost has past, he also planted out tender plants to give months of colour.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 10

In episode 10 Monty was busy moving his tender succulents outdoors and made a start on planting up his new cut flower beds. He was also on a mission to grow Himalayan poppies in a shady border, which have a reputation for being difficult to grow.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 9

In episode nine Gardeners’ World aired from the first big flower show of the season, the RHS Malvern Spring Festival. Arit Anderson and Joe Swift explored show gardens packed full of ideas and discovered the newest varieties of plants and flowers that are hot off the potting bench.

We also met the nursery owners from Devon making their Malvern debut, hoping to inspire others with their pollinator-friendly display of peat-free perennials, and visited a houseplant specialist from Hertfordshire who has tips on how to revive, rather than replace, ailing plants.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 8

Episode eight sees Monty expand the planting on the mound, gather self-sown seedlings and prepare for a summer display in the cottage garden. After a long wet spring, it’s finally time to get some seeds sown in the veg garden.

Nick Bailey traveled to Devon to explore a stunning garden that combines historic charm with modern design. And Arit Anderson visited Sarah Raven to discover her new dahlias, perfect for pollinators.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 7

The seventh episode saw Adam Frost continue to develop his new woodland border, ably assisted by Ash the cat. He also got to work on his veg plot and had a few tips on how to get the best out of the native bluebell.

Meanwhile, Frances Tophill travelled to Buckinghamshire to explore a beautiful garden appropriately called Wind in the Willows. And Rekha Mistry prepared for the season ahead in the Peak District.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 6

The sixth episode saw Monty repairing turf, sowing sweetcorn and planting pots for evening fragrance this summer. Adam traveled to Dublin to meet musician Adam Clayton, from the rock band U2, who, when not playing bass guitar, prefers to spend time in his garden - especially when his precious collection of camellias, magnolias and rhododendrons are in full flower.

And, there was a visit to Arundel Castle in West Sussex to marvel at their stunning tulip display, whilst in Devon, Carol continued to show how everyone can grow plants for free - this time through division.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 5

With summer in mind, Monty planted up a seating area filled with night-scented plants and divided agapanthus. He also planted an ornamental quince against an east-facing wall, and sowed squash for an autumn harvest.

Toby Buckland visited The Vann Garden in Surrey, designed by Gertrude Jekyll, a springtime botanical paradise, while Sue Kent was in her own garden in Swansea, as she made a start on planting up her new hot border.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 4

In episode 4, Adam Frost took stock of his borders and plans ahead for some year-round interest. He also added some soft fruit to his veg garden and gets some seed sowing under way. Meanwhile, Joe Swift travels to Birmingham to meet an allotmenteer who is passionate about growing all things Italian, while Arit Anderson visits Charleston in East Sussex, designed as a living painting by artist Vanessa Bell.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 3

Monty Don refreshed the planting on the mound in episode 3, sowed seeds for cut flowers and planted out potatoes, while Frances Tophill went to Helmsley Walled Garden in North Yorkshire to revel in the spring colour and meet the volunteers who work there.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 2

Episode 2 saw Monty busy preparing his dahlia tubers ready for planting, cutting back fuchsias and planting out shallots. And as an alternative to box topiary, he was on a mission to champion privet.

Sue Kent travelled to Hidcote in Gloucestershire in search of some inspiration for her new hot border at home, and Carol Klein was in her own garden in Devon, where this year she will be sharing her passion for growing plants for free.

Gardeners' World 2024 - episode 1

Episode one saw Monty and the team return with a new series, full of the very best practical tips and advice for all gardeners of all levels.

Monty was busy at Longmeadow over the winter, and there were lots of new projects in the garden to share. As well as planting summer bulbs in pots, he got some sweet peas underway and added some space-saving fruit to his veg garden.

Adam Frost also visited a stunning Japanese garden that has undergone a major restoration to return it to its former glory, while Frances Tophill discovered how a disused council depot site in Liverpool has been transformed into a green oasis.

Gardeners' World Compilations 2024 - episode 4

The fourth and final episode of Compilations 2024 saw Monty and the team revisiting some of the best home-grown highlights of Gardeners’ World, bringing tips and inspiration for the gardening year ahead. Monty planted out one of his favourite flowers for cutting – sweet peas. Frances Tophill met a grower looking at alternative ways to use cut flowers, while Sue Kent went in search of heritage veg that are easy to cultivate.

Gardeners' World Compilations 2024 - episode 3

The third episode saw Monty and the team bring a welcome splash of colour to the depths of winter by looking back at some Gardeners’ World highlights. Monty planted up some pots with shade-loving plants for a summer display, while Arit Anderson joined a group of young carers at a community garden in West Sussex, where they go for respite, friendship and fun. In Liverpool, Toby Buckland visited a community who have regenerated their streets through the power of plants, and in Bristol, Joe Swift checked out an extraordinary community food-growing project.

Gardeners' World Compilations 2024 - episode 2

The second episode of the Compilations 2024 series saw Monty and the team celebrate the dawn of another gardening year by revisiting some recent Gardeners’ World highlights.

Monty looked at different types of roses and shared his advice on how best to look after them. Rachel de Thame visited a garden in Kent, a real labour of love where meticulous planning, discipline and precision have cleverly extended its season of interest. Also, Nick Bailey reveled in the beauty of an incredible collection of flowering dogwoods in North Yorkshire.

Gardeners' World Compilations 2024 - episode 1

The first episode of 'Compilations 2024' was the first of four specials that saw Monty and the team bring a bit of colour to dark winter days by looking back at some seasonal highlights of Gardeners’ World.

Monty planted hemerocallis for a burst of summer colour; Toby Buckland found himself surrounded by spring blossom and bulbs at Aberglasney Gardens; Carol Klein explored a garden in Shropshire where the flowers are given licence to roam; and Adam Frost travelled to Whitstable on the north Kent coast to see some glorious gardens created in the face of biting winds, salty sea air and extreme temperatures.

Gardeners' World 2025: who are the presenters?

Monty Don

Probably the most familiar presenter currently on Gardeners' World is Monty Don, who has been at the helm of the show since 2003. Monty is a British horticulturist, broadcaster and writer. He replaced Alan Titchmarsh as the lead presenter of Gardeners' World, only leaving the show between 2008 and 2011 due to illness.

Monty Don posing with his dogs on Gardeners' World

Monty Don has been presenting Gardeners' World for 20 years. (Image credit: BBC)

Advolly Richmond

Advolly is a garden writer, historian, and a regular presenter on Gardeners' World.

Advolly Richmond on Gardeners' World

Advolly Richmond is back for another series of Gardeners' World. (Image credit: BBC)

Joe Swift

Joe is a garden designer, journalist and television presenter. Viewers also might know him from being a co-presenter at The Chelsea Flower Show.

AJ Odudu and Joe Swift surrounded by indoor plants on Gardeners' World

Joe Swift has also returned for a new season of gardening. (Image credit: BBC)

Carol Klein

Carol is a renowned gardening expert, who also works as a newspaper columnist.

Carol Klein standing by an arch of roses in Gardeners' World

Carol Klein is part of the 2023 team. (Image credit: BBC)

Toby Buckland

Toby is a TV presenter and author, and also took on the role of lead presenter of Gardeners' World between 2008 and 2010.

Toby Buckland with his olive trees for Gardeners' World

Toby Buckland is bringing his expertise to the show. (Image credit: BBC)

Frances Tophill

Frances is a British horticulturist and has also wrtten five books on the topic of gardening.

Frances Tophill at Yeo Valley Garden, Somerset for Gardeners' World

Frances Tophill is back for a new series. (Image credit: BBC)

Rachel de Thame

Rachel is a British gardener and TV presenter, and in addition to presenting on Gardeners' World she also co-presents the BBC's annual coverage of the Chelsea Flower Show and the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.

Rachel De Thame Old Bladbean Stud Gardens for Gardeners' World

Rachel De Thame will be sharing her top tips. (Image credit: BBC)

Adam Frost

Adam is a British garden designer, he started his career working for North Devon Parks Department and then he moved to London to work as a landscaper.

Adam Frost Dip on the Hill for Gardeners' World

Adam Frost returns for 2023. (Image credit: BBC)

Arit Anderson

Arit is a garden designer, writer and television presenter. As well as presenting Gardeners' World, she is also known for fronting BBC One gardening show, Garden Rescue.

Arit Anderson for Gardeners' World

Arit Anderson will be giving advice on getting the most from your garden. (Image credit: BBC)

Nick Bailey and Rekha Mistry are also going to be joining the team for the series.

Gardeners' World 2025: is there a trailer? 

Sadly not, but if one is released by the BBC then we will add it to this guide.

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