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The Best Episodes of The Gardener

Every episode of The Gardener ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Gardener!

Binge this in 4h 37m•Peaking at 6.8/10

Elmer's mother used his lack of feelings to turn him into a hitman. But when he falls for his next victim, their cover as calm local gardeners wavers.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Gardener Season 1 Episode 5 - Decomposition Island
    6.8/10(195 votes)

    #1 - Decomposition Island

    S1:E5

    Elmer considers resuming his assignment after an argument with Violeta. Torres and Carrera scope out a possible location of their prime suspect.

    Director:Rafa Montesinos
    Writer:Isa Sánchez

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  2. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 2 - Seed Germination
    6.7/10(219 votes)

    #2 - Seed Germination

    S1:E2

    As Violeta and Elmer grow closer, he lands a new victim. News about his health and newfound feelings lead him to consider defying his mother's orders.

    Director:Mikel Rueda
    Writer:Miguel Sáez Carral

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  3. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 4 - Pest Control
    6.7/10(190 votes)

    #3 - Pest Control

    S1:E4

    Torres and Carrera visit a professor who may be able to help them. Mother and son grow distant as Elmer tries to convince Violeta to spend time together.

    Director:Rafa Montesinos
    Writer:Miguel Sáez Carral

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  4. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 6 - Pruning Calendar
    6.7/10(211 votes)

    #4 - Pruning Calendar

    S1:E6

    Violeta and Elmer both face the reality of their situation. China offers her son a way out — but can he trust her to hide the evidence from the police?

    Director:Rafa Montesinos
    Writer:Miguel Sáez Carral

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  5. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 1 - Atlantic Landscape
    6.6/10(274 votes)

    #5 - Atlantic Landscape

    S1:E1

    Elmer, an assassin posing as a gardener, is tasked with killing Violeta, a seemingly troubled young woman. The police catch wind of a suspected murder.

    Director:Mikel Rueda
    Writer:Miguel Sáez Carral

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  6. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 3 - Organic Substrate
    6.5/10(201 votes)

    #6 - Organic Substrate

    S1:E3

    China debates finishing Elmer's job for him. The search for a missing person sparks questions about Violeta's past and her latest partner.

    Director:Mikel Rueda
    Writer:Isa Sánchez

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Best Episodes Summary

"Decomposition Island" is the best rated episode of "The Gardener". It scored 6.8/10 based on 195 votes. Directed by Rafa Montesinos and written by Isa Sánchez, it aired on 4/11/2025. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Seed Germination".