Foul winter turns TV garden into quagmire

The presenter, who films from his own garden in Herefordshire, said work on developing the huge plot had been delayed or interrupted as a result of the conditions.

In an interview with Radio Times, Don also told how he has difficulty sharing Longmeadow – his rambling estate – with other presenters on the show.

Speaking about his battle with the elements, the 57-year-old said: “I cannot stress how difficult the conditions have been this year. The garden is, essentially, a quagmire.”

He revealed he has also found it a continuing challenge to relinquish control of the garden to other members of the programme team, although he has come to terms with sharing the property with his viewers.

“When other presenters want to come in, I find it difficult. It would be nonsensical to say I didn’t, but I accept it’s part of what happens.”