He took on the main presenting duties for Gardeners' World in 2003, though he temporarily left the show between 2008 and 2011 owing to health issues before resuming his position. ‌From 2011 onwards, a significant portion of Gardeners' World has been shot at his personal garden, Longmeadow, in Herefordshire. He said: "I live near a little town called Leominster in Herefordshire near the Welsh border." The garden comprises four distinct sections: the Cottage Garden, Jewel Garden, Paradise Garden, and Vegetable Garden. Audiences frequently see different parts of his garden featured on Gardeners' World, showcasing the plants and vegetables that Monty grows.