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The Best Episodes of The Gardener Season 1

Every episode of The Gardener Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Gardener Season 1!

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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
    The Gardener Season 1 Episode 5 - Decomposition Island
    6.8/10(221 votes)

    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 4 - Pest Control
    6.7/10(217 votes)

    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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  3. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 1 - Atlantic Landscape
    6.6/10(311 votes)

    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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  4. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 2 - Seed Germination
    6.6/10(250 votes)

    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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  5. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 6 - Pruning Calendar
    6.6/10(238 votes)

    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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  6. The Gardener Season 1 Episode 3 - Organic Substrate
    6.5/10(229 votes)

    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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Decomposition Island" is the best rated episode of "The Gardener" season 1. It scored 6.8/10 based on 221 votes. Directed by Rafa Montesinos and written by Isa Sánchez, it aired on 4/11/2025. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Pest Control".