A while back I came across some new (to me) gardening programs on PlutoTV and have found myself feeling a bit rejuvenated when it comes to a garden.

NOTE: I am not a gardener. At most I would classify myself as a dabbler.

The biggest surprise was discovering Alan Titchmarsh’s How To Be A Gardener. This series from the early 2000s is not only beautiful and full of great ideas, it also teaches you the basics. The How, Why, Where kind of things that most gardening shows assume you already know.

Now I am not and have no inclination to be a gardener, but I do have an interest in learning about the process. It is that same inclination that led me to watch a lot of The Victory Garden or P. Allan Smith’s various shows. Gardening leads into the home, if not just the kitchen. Not to mention that these programs tend to be beautiful.

I think that if you are interested in learning more or trying your hand at gardening, this is a great starting place. Unless, of course, you have access to someone near you who can take you under their wing and teach you.

In the meantime, Alan has several books available and a search could lead you to some of his other works.

Enjoy!