What if allotment vegetables suddenly became aware of what harvesting actually meant? A darkly comic tale of rebellious carrots, militant courgettes and Britain’s first Harvesting Accord.
Category Archives: When the World Stops
If Gardens Had to Feed More Than One Household
What if one garden had to help feed two households? A speculative look at how British gardens might change if growing food became a necessity rather than simply a hobby.
If Time and Seasons Lost Their Place
What if the seasons stopped arriving when gardeners expected them? A speculative look at changing seasonal rhythms, unpredictable weather and how gardens might adapt when the calendar stops being reliable.
If Waste Collection Became Irregular
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.
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.
