The gardener tours some of the horticultural world's gems as he visits sites open to the public under the National Gardens Scheme, beginning with Hole Park in Rolvenden, Kent.
The gardener visits Leyden's Gardens in Edenbridge, Kent, which creator Roger Platts was encouraged to open to the public after winning a Chelsea Flower Show gold award.
The horticulturist travels to West Sussex to visit the Healing Garden, which is of particular interest to people with disabilities, especially the blind and partially sighted.
The horticulturist visits a garden in Horsham, West Sussex, where Pauline Clarke's use of space and ornaments combined with an attention to detail invites a repeat visit.
The horticulturist examines Phil and Karen Baxter's Cottage Farm in Kent, which boasts vegetables and fruit, and includes a tropical garden.
The gardener visits Joan and Gordon Lindsey at Durrance Manor in West Sussex, a popular location for engaged couples to exchange their wedding vows.