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ITV viewers slammed Alan Titchmarsh and his team for "wrecking" one couple's garden, with the pair breaking down in tears during the emotional reveal.

During the repeated episode from 2019, Alan and the Love Your Garden crew helped pensioners Rob and Margaret Isdale, who had fostered over 150 children during the past 45 years.

Alan Titchmarsh, along with his colleagues Katie Rushworth, David Domoney, and Frances Tophill, began work on the makeover. Alan told viewers he aimed to craft an enchanting area for the pair, drawing inspiration from The Secret Garden.

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He said, "I want this new garden to make them feel as cared for as the children who come to their home."

Yet when the grand unveiling moment arrived, programme fans weren't quite as stunned as Rob and Margaret, reports the Express.

The pair wept as Alan presented them with their transformed garden.

"Oh, I can't believe it," Margaret wept whilst Rob exclaimed: "Good grief.

"Do you remember a special book, a special film that Fiona talked about?" Alan asked.

"The Secret Garden," Margaret replied as the TV presenter showed them a special feature in the garden.

Rob added, "I knew it would be special, but this is extra special."

Alan explained: "You did so much for so many other people, so we thought it was about time we gave you something."

Yet some viewers weren't quite as thrilled with the final outcome, with one even alleging Alan had "wrecked" Rob and Margaret's garden. @besidetheriver exclaimed: "Omg! The 'Love your garden' team ruining that lovely garden ... with bricks and concrete! #loveyourgarden No thank you!" (sic).

@lally55p posted: "It's too crowded and busy for me, but as long as they like it... #LoveYourGarden."

@W1966Caroline revealed: "I wasn't sure about the secret garden" before confessing they "loved it".

Meanwhile, @Berniedoll echoed: "The folly was way too much for a garden that size on a modern estate, but what an amazing couple, I hope they really liked it."

Jedimynds remarked: "Omg how precious are Rob and Margaret #LoveYourGarden."

Alan Titchmarsh Love Your Garden is available to watch on the ITV Hub.