Of the many changes and sacrifices we’ve had to make to our lives this year, forgoing a holiday or two is hardly the biggest ask. But while the ‘stay at home’ message may have expanded beyond four walls, it’s fair to say many of us will be feeling restless without our usual summer escapes. When the scent of coconut or the sound of a cawing seagull conjures up a yearning for far-flung adventures, another walk round the park just won’t cut it. Read more about reconnecting with nature. However, perhaps we shouldn’t be so quick to dismiss the curative potential in our own backyards.  Over the past few months, gardening has seen a global boom unlike any other in recent history. Seed suppliers around the world have reported overwhelming numbers of orders. Regenerating spring onions on windowsills became one of the unlikeliest lockdown trends – a symbol of resourcefulness and renewal, or “a small gesture of hope”. The horticultural rush was born partly out of worries about food scarcity and partly as a way to stave off boredom, but there was more to it than just sustainable living. In a time of panic and uncertainty, getting back to nature helped us feel more grounded.  Countless studies have proven what poets...