The gardens at Gunby Hall Gardens in Lincolnshire date back to the 17th century, with planting by Peregrine Massingbred in the 19th century. Head gardener, Clive Ironmonger has worked on the grounds for 23 years, and whilst the path layout remains the same the gardens have steadily evolved. Ken Crowther went for a stroll around the grounds to learn more.

Belton House sits in formal Italian and Dutch gardens and an historic 1300 acre deer park. The Orangery and Italian Garden was built by English architect and garden designer Sir Jeffry Wyatville, who was responsible for the remodelling of Windsor Castle in 1824. Weekend gardener Helen Farmer told Ken Crowther about her role at the National Trust property.

The disease blight is a serious problem for potato and tomato growers causing collapse and decay. It is prevalent during warm and humid weather and can be particularly damaging to outdoor crops. Thompson & Morgan vegetable expert Colin Randall told Ken Crowther about how they are carrying out trials which may help eradicate the disease.

The disease blight is a serious problem for potato and tomato growers causing collapse and decay. It is prevalent during warm and humid weather and can be particularly damaging to outdoor crops. Thompson & Morgan vegetable expert Colin Randall told Ken Crowther about how they are carrying out trials which may help eradicate the disease.

As we move into autumn, the growing season slows down and it is time to pick the crops which have been growing all summer. It is a favourite time of the year for Bayer Garden’s Consumer Advisor, Anita Dent who took Ken Crowther for a wander around the garden.

As we move into autumn, the growing season slows down and it is time to pick the crops which have been growing all summer. It is a favourite time of the year for Bayer Garden’s Consumer Advisor, Anita Dent who took Ken Crowther for a wander around the garden.

British strawberry growers Wilkin & Son are enjoying a good harvest which now extends into September and October. The use of polytunnels and new varieties has helped extend the season. Anton Thurgood, who is Farm Manager at the Tiptree farm, spoke to Ken Crowther.

British strawberry growers Wilkin & Son are enjoying a good harvest which now extends into September and October. The use of polytunnels and new varieties has helped extend the season. Anton Thurgood, who is Farm Manager at the Tiptree farm, spoke to Ken Crowther.

British strawberry growers Wilkin & Son are enjoying a good harvest which now extends into September and October. The use of polytunnels and new varieties has helped extend the season. Anton Thurgood, who is Farm Manager at the Tiptree farm, spoke to Ken Crowther.

As we move into autumn, the growing season slows down and it is time to pick the crops which have been growing all summer. It is a favourite time of the year for Bayer Garden’s Consumer Advisor, Anita Dent who took Ken Crowther for a wander around the garden.