Sue Kent

Susan Kent (born 1963) is an English gardening expert and garden designer, who also works as a television presenter. She is best known for her work on BBC Two's Gardeners' World and Garden Rescue programmes.

Sue Kent
Born	Swansea, Wales
Occupation(s)	Garden expert, garden designer, television presenter, speaker
Employer	BBC
Known for	Television gardening programmes
Television	Gardeners' World, Garden Rescue, Chelsea Flower Show

Early life and education

Born in Swansea, Wales, Kent attended St Joseph's School from 1966 to 1977. She later attended King James College, in Henley, and studied marketing and advertising at the University of the West of England (UWE). Kent later gained a sports massage qualification at the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff (Uwic).^[1]

Kent was born with an upper limb disability caused by the drug Thalidomide, she has 8 in (20 cm) arms and seven fingers. Kent is often seen as an ambassador for those with disabilities, showing gardening can be possible with physical limitations and encourage others to have a go whatever their ability may be.^[2]

Television and shows

Kent made her television debut on Gardeners' World in 2020 after sending a home video in of her own garden. It was such a hit that she became a regular presenter on the show, winning a Garden Media Award for her efforts.^[3][4]

In July 2022 Kent received a Silver Gilt medal and The People’s Choice award at RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival for her garden.

In 2023, Kent created a Platinum Award Winning Border at BBC Gardener's World Live.

Kent is a Royal Horticultural Society ambassador for disability inclusion.

In 2025, Kent was part of the main daytime BBC One Chelsea Flower Show presenting team.^[5] Kent joined the new presenting line-up for BBC's Garden Rescue programme, due to be broadcast later in the year.^[6]

Writing

As well as television work, Kent has written her own book, called 'Garden Notes'. She often writes for gardening publications such as BBC Gardeners' World magazine and produces videos for the magazine's YouTube channel and podcast for Spotify.^[7]

Other work

Kent has previously worked as a sports massage therapist, using her feet.^[8]

Personal life

Kent is married to chartered accountant Stephen Kent. The pair share two children.^[9]

Bibliography

• Sue Kent, Garden Notes ISBN 9781802585889

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