🌿🌿 Monty Don’s Ivy Dilemma! 🌿🌿
Beloved Gardeners’ World host Monty Don recently spilled the beans on a change he made in his famous Longmeadow garden that he now regrets. Monty shared his thoughts about the often misunderstood climbing plant, ivy. 🌿
While chatting on the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast, Monty explained that although ivy’s bad rap suggests it “destroys” building surfaces, it’s not the real villain! The plant does get a bit clingy during its early stages but doesn’t really cause damage unless surfaces are already dodgy. Cracked walls? Blame the builder! 🏡
Monty’s hot take? Ivy’s actually a hero for wildlife and can look stunning when managed right. He’s kept some around his trees and walls for its lush green vibe and wildlife benefits. But in a surprising revelation, he shared that after stripping a wall clean of ivy last winter, he kinda regrets it. 😬 Pruning might’ve been the better call—thankfully, ivy’s comeback game is strong, so it’s not gone forever!
Monty also dished out some fab spring gardening advice. Instead of shaving your lawn bald this April, keep the mower blades high! Longer grass equals happy wildlife and a healthier lawn. Let it grow, and trim strategically—Monty’s got your back for that plush, green sward. 🌱
Catch more of Monty’s green-fingered wisdom on Gardeners’ World tonight on BBC Two! 📺💚
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