Lee Connelly, widely known as The Skinny Jean Gardener, stands as a prominent figure in horticulture and gardening education. Recognised among the UK's top 50 TV gardening presenters, with appearances on esteemed platforms such as CBC's Blue Peter, BBC Teach, BBC Radio 1, and his engaging venture, Extreme Gardening, Lee has captivated audiences of all ages. As a published children's author and host of The Sunday Times Best Gardening Podcast, he embodies dedication to teaching gardening. Lee's commitment led to the establishment of School Gardening Success, an innovative initiative focused on providing comprehensive gardening education to primary schools across the UK. His expertise in children and school gardening also contributes significantly to shaping policies promoting gardening in childhood education within the House of Lords. In 2023, Lee was deservedly acknowledged as the UK's leading children’s gardening educator, highlighting his enduring passion and impact in the realms of horticulture and education.