The series began in the largely derelict walled garden at Chilton on a freezing January morning as we learn what was required in Victorian times of the head gardener and his staff to keep a once magnificant garden in order.

Now that the walled garden at Chilton has been somewhat restored, Harry and his assistant can set about the major task of preparing all the grounds, glasshouses, potting sheds, fruit house, cold frames, forcing house back to thier once former glory and produce fruit and vegetables for the 12 months that lie ahead.

Winter jobs including sharpening and repairing tools.

Cropping plans are drawn up for the coming year.

Bees are introduced to the garden.

Potting plants and preparing the soil.

Slugs and wireworm make an unwelcome visit.

A kitten is put to work as a bird scarer.

Water is at a premium - but this doesn't stop earwigs going for a swim.

Many of the fruit and veg are ready for harvesting but have the bees been as bountiful with their honey?

Harry exhibits and judges at an RHS show.

Harry packs a hamper with garden produce which is sent to a London restaurant.

The temperature has dropped as Harry plants a rare fruit tree.