Day 13. Green Floral Fingers

It’s the humble seed that’s on my mind today. Since starting our own garden two years ago, we’ve thrown ourselves into the world of amateur horticulture!

Chris has taken charge of the heavy lifting and decking building, while I’ve loved researching plants and flowers to fill each raised bed. Our garden is small, with a tiny lawn, but it’s more than enough for us—especially during lockdown and throughout most of the year. Being surrounded by nature feels so rewarding and therapeutic, and spring couldn’t be better timed for this moment.

My mum recently sent me mustard seeds, microgreens, and salad leaves to grow on our windowsill. They’re fun, nutritious, and Quinn is fascinated by watching the sprouts pop up day by day.

Sweetpeas are a family tradition, and we often turn them into a friendly growing competition. Mine have already been sown, sprouted, and are thriving—ready to be moved outside once the frost risk has passed.

We moved out of London three years ago, but I still love seeing creative ways people maximize their outdoor spaces in the city. My sister and her partner, for example, have transformed their decked terrace in a Balham light well into a cozy retreat. It’s the perfect spot to read a book and soak up some fresh air.