The Ethical Gardener

A practical guide to eco-friendly and sustainable gardening for the modern world

While we might feel that our little gardens are insignificant in the grand scheme of things, quite the opposite is true. If we garden in harmony with nature, and in a way that supports and protects local ecosystems, we can play a valuable role in making our planet healthier and more sustainable for all its inhabitants.

Whether you’re horticulturally minded, environmentally conscious, or new to gardening and wanting to make an intentional start, there’s something for everyone in this informative guide to ethical gardening.

With success stories and inspiration from across the globe, you’ll discover:

• Seasonal planting tips from the mastermind behind the High Line garden in New York
• How to grow your own food forest from a gardener in Devon, England
• How to nurture delicious microgreens on your balcony or windowsill
• How to make conscious choices when selecting gardening supplies or deciding what plants to grow, no matter what climate or soil you’re working with

In this beautifully curated and illustrated companion, discover not only a wealth of sustainable gardening wisdom, but also an inspiring sense of peace, solidarity, and hope for the future.

Thomas Rutter is a gardener and garden writer based in London. He trained at The Garden Museum in London and has worked as a gardener on high-profile and historic garden projects across the UK and Italy. He has experience in all aspects of gardening, including productive fruit and vegetable growing and cut-flower growing. Thomas’s hands-on experience provides an impeccable foundation for his writing. He is the author of The Garden Though Time and the co-author of The Tree Atlas with Matthew Collins.