Monty Don shares 'best' time to prune lavender to avoid 'woody' plant

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        August 17, 2026

Monty Don shares 'best' time to prune lavender to avoid 'woody' plant

Good Morning Surrey — 2026-08-17

Lavender will grow back every year if Monty Don's pruning tips are followed
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Monty Don shares 'best' time to prune lavender to avoid 'woody' plant
• Lavender will grow back every year if Monty Don's pruning tips are followed
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Abinger Hammer's hammer pond, once used to power an iron forge on the River Tillingbourne, was later adapted to grow the watercress the village is still known for.
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