Die Philosophie des Gärtnerns

Gardening is one of the most fundamental activities of humanity. The desire to do the right thing always resonates as motivation in gardening. Each year, every gardener discovers a new world—whether they are preserving old vegetable varieties, becoming specialists in wild herbs, creating a small permaculture garden on an urban balcony, or tending to a self-sufficient garden.

But why do we garden at all? Shouldn't we just leave nature to itself instead of intervening and creating another artificial space? Or can we, conversely, reclaim spaces in the city for nature through urban gardening?

The insightful and easily understandable texts in this volume not only explore the philosophical dimension of gardening but also delve into its aesthetic, cultural, political, and sociological significance. A book for philosophizing gardeners and gardening philosophers. And for anyone who enjoys picking up a rake and spade and heading into the garden.