Toby Buckland reflects on his gardening career and BBC departure

Toby Buckland, a well-known horticulturist and former lead presenter of BBC's Gardeners' World, has had a long career in gardening and television. He began as a nurseryman and later transitioned to TV, gaining recognition for his work on various gardening shows. In 2010, Buckland was removed from his role on Gardeners' World after Monty Don returned from a health issue. He expressed feeling "let down and humiliated" by the BBC, citing a drop in ratings during his tenure and audience complaints about the show's format. Buckland is married to Lucy Buckland, who shares his passion for gardening. They have three children and organize Toby's Garden Festival in Devon, promoting gardening knowledge and community engagement.