Thornton Heath

Alan Titchmarsh surprises a group of senior citizens in Thornton Heath, turning an urban wasteland into a welcoming oasis of swaying grasses and pretty daisy flowers. The experts share tips on how to achieve the look of a miniature prairie even in a tiny space, the tricks to creating a cost-effective water feature from skip material, and how to choose the best low-maintenance shrubs to green up even the shadiest of spots.