Monty Don was recently asked if he was “patient”, as gardeners don’t have “instant gratification”, prompting him to disclose that he would be leaving a touching gift behind for his family
Monty Don opened up about his love for the “rhythms of the season”(Image: Getty Images)
Monty Don has told how he’s leaving a heartfelt legacy for his family to cherish after he’s gone. Speaking to BBC Gardeners’ World Live, the iconic presenter discussed his passion for “growing things” which brings him joy.
During the interview, Monty was asked about his patience as a gardener, given that, unlike cooking, gardening doesn’t offer immediate rewards. The 69-year-old green-fingered expert responded by expressing his appreciation for the “rhythms of the season” and the long natural process of an oak tree growing over several centuries.
This led Monty to disclose that he has planted a woodland for his grandchildren, which will mature long after his time, with the hope that they will continue this tradition for their own grandchildren.
Monty explained: “No, you see, I love the rhythms of the season and of the natural world. I like the fact an oak tree takes 400 years to grow.”
Monty revealed that he has planted something for his grandchildren to enjoy(Image: AFP via Getty Images)
He elaborated: “A few years ago, I planted a wood for my grandchildren, and I, you know, will be long dead before that is anything like you know…great!
“You know, and they will be my age before the trees are like mature, and I hope they plant for their grandchildren, and I like that rhythm. I like the fact I sow seeds in March and I won’t be harvesting the tomatoes or whatever it might be until August. So no, it’s not so much patient; I just accept that rhythm.”
Monty and his wife, Sarah, are parents to three children: Tom, Adam, and Freya; they also have two grandsons and a granddaughter named Daisy. In an unexpected twist, a Hollywood A-lister recently expressed their admiration for Monty.
Pamela Anderson, the 57-year-old star of the 90s hit show Baywatch, has praised the Gardeners’ World host, who is also an author on gardening topics, for his eloquent writing about his passion, according to the Mail.
She admitted: “I love Monty Don, his videos and books. He writes so beautifully and poetically when it comes to gardens.”
Monty spoke about his love for “growing things”(Image: PA)
Another famous fan from the US is rapper LL Cool J, best known for his track Mama Said Knock You Out. The unlikely duo met at BBC Breakfast last year.
It appears that the beloved TV personality has garnered some recognition in the US following his American Gardens series in 2020. BBC presenter Nina Warhurst shared a story about the moment they met at the Salford offices.
She revealed that she “overheard in the office corridor… LL Cool J and entourage telling Monty Don they are massive fans and asking for a selfie” in the office corridors.
You can next catch Monty in BBC Gardeners’ World today (Thursday, June 26), from 8pm to 9pm.