Monty Don's World Gardens: The Boxset (DVD Box Set)

Contributors: Monty Don
Studio: Dazzler
Genre: Gardening
Main Language: English
Region: Region 2
Release Date: 13 Nov 2023
Originally Issued: 2022
No of Discs: 7
BBFC Cert: (Ex) Exempt.
Run Time: 972 minutes

Description

Collection of documentaries presented by Monty Don which feature his visits to gardens around the world. In 'Monty Don's French Gardens' (2013), Don visits historical gardens in France. While exploring their elaborate designs and displays, he discovers how gardens have been used as a form of expression and how French food and art are reflected in the country's horticulture.

'The Secret History of the British Garden' (2015) sees Don examine the history of Britain's gardens. His journey begins in the 17th century as he looks at how and why the country's gardens have changed over the course of 500 years. During his exploration, he visits Levens Hall, Rousham, Osborne House, Edinburgh's botanic gardens and Number 10 Downing Street.

In 'Monty Don's Paradise Gardens' (2018), Don ventures from Morocco to Iran as he seeks out their magnificent gardens and considers the influence of a different culture and climate on their design. 'Monty Don's Japanese Gardens' (2019) sees Don discover Japan's best gardens and explore the balance struck between ancient traditions and modern flourishes. In 'Monty Don's American Gardens' (2020), Don visits impressive gardens across the USA including community gardens in New York and historical gardens in the South before he explores the Arizona desert and vast West Coast.

Finally, in 'Monty Don's Adriatic Gardens' (2022), Don visits gardens along the Adriatic coast and considers the influence of the Venetians on gardening.

Special Features

• Interactive Menus