What if garden-waste collections became unreliable? A speculative look at how gardeners might adapt by composting, shredding, mulching and keeping more organic material within the garden.
Category Archives: When the World Stops
If the Soil Turned Against You
What if the soil beneath our gardens became increasingly difficult to use? A speculative look at compaction, water, organic matter and why healthy soil may be the most valuable part of any garden.
If Compost Became More Valuable Than Fertiliser
What if compost became more valuable than fertiliser? A speculative look at how gardens might change if green waste became a resource, soil health became a priority, and gardeners started keeping what they once threw away.
If the Garden Gnomes Came to Life
What if Britain’s garden gnomes suddenly came to life? A darkly comic tale of stolen tools, rebellious ornaments, missing sandwiches and gardeners discovering that compost heaps are not always safe places.
If Insects Stopped Asking Permission
What if insects stopped respecting the boundaries of our gardens? A speculative look at what might happen if insect pressure increased — and why gardeners might have to learn to share rather than fight.
