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Series 1: Episode 1

Monty Don travels along the Rhine, one of Europe’s most important rivers, beginning at its source high up in the Alps and crossing four countries tracing the importance of history and culture in the gardens along its shores. \n\nHe begins in Switzerland, where he travels to an alpine garden 1,900 metres above sea level that displays a remarkable collection of mountain plants. In Austria, he visits the balmy Lake Constance, before crossing to the German side to visit an entire island garden nestled in its own microclimate.

Source: BBC 2