Ep 6. The Tree of Death

Rosemary & Thyme is a British television series revolving around two talented gardeners-turned-amateur sleuths, Rosemary Boxer and Laura Thyme. In season 1, episode 6, "The Tree of Death", the two friends are called upon to investigate a series of strange and deadly incidents in the affluent village of Mordon.

Upon arriving at Mordon, Rosemary and Thyme are greeted by Geraldine Gibson, a rich and unpleasant woman who has commissioned them to redesign her garden. They soon discover that in addition to dealing with difficult clients, they also have a mystery to solve. The village has been shaken by a series of deaths, all of which have been linked to a large, ancient tree in the center of the village.

The deaths are initially dismissed as accidents, but as more people die and the causes become more suspicious, Rosemary and Thyme become convinced that foul play is at work. They learn that the tree is an ancient oak, which is believed to have healing powers, and has been the center of many legends and rituals in the village. The locals are protective of the tree and are unwilling to have it removed, even though it is causing so much harm.

Rosemary and Thyme begin to investigate and are met with a lot of resistance from the villagers who believe that they are desecrating a sacred tree. They are also surprised by the fact that the tree's roots are spreading deep into the ground, and there is evidence that something sinister is going on. They soon realize that they will need to dig deep into the village's history in order to uncover the truth about the tree and the deaths it is causing.

Throughout the episode, Rosemary and Thyme encounter a number of colorful characters, including a psychic who claims to have a connection to the tree, a local historian who has uncovered some damning information about the village's past, and a young couple who seem to be at the center of all the strange happenings.

As Rosemary and Thyme delve deeper into the mystery, they discover that the villagers' reluctance to have the tree removed is tied to a dark secret from the past, which some are willing to kill to protect. The tree's roots have been spreading into a nearby graveyard, revealing a hidden history of violence and betrayal.

The episode is full of suspense and mystery, and the stunning gardens and beautiful countryside provide a breathtaking backdrop to the story. As always, Rosemary and Thyme are intuitive, intelligent, and resourceful, and the chemistry between the two characters is charming. The Tree of Death is a tense and engaging episode that will keep viewers guessing until the very end.