In a world of well-stocked supermarkets and florists, why do we garden, even though we don’t have to?

 

 

In a world of well-stocked supermarkets and florists, why do we garden, even though we don’t have to?

This was the question that fascinated Hannah Moloney. So she went out and asked. She spoke to politicians, artists, community leaders, activists and thousands of ordinary gardeners. This book explores their answers – sometimes surprising, often philosophical, always insightful. Much more than a gardening book, Why We Garden is a joyful, life-affirming exploration of nature, humanity and community. Featuring interviews with Tim Winton, Bruce Pascoe, Laura Tingle, Clare Bowditch, Bob Brown, Costa Georgiadis and many more.

Details

ISBN13: 9781923135345
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 224
Edition:
Publication Date: 14 Apr 2026
Publisher: Affirm Press
Publication City, Country: Mulgrave, Australia
Dimensions (cm): 21(H)x15.3(L)
Weight (gm):

Author Biography

Hannah Moloney is a TV presenter on ABC’s Gardening Australia, permaculture practitioner, bestselling author and climate activist. When she has a quiet moment, you’ll find her in Nipaluna/Hobart gardening, playing the ukulele (badly but happily), trail running (badly but happily), painting birds and hanging with her delightful family.

Reviews

"a playful, thoughtful reflection on the ancient activity of reconnecting with the earth." -- Fiona Capp * Sydney Morning Herald *