Observatoire des droits humains (anglais seulement)

The tyranny of front gardens: we cut and trim them out of social pressure, not pleasure

(Version anglaise seulement)

par Rachel Lauwerijssen, Researcher in Green Infrastructure, University of Manchester

Look at the front gardens in a typical suburban street and you’re unlikely to be surprised by much. Tidy little lawns and hedges, a few prim flowers, perhaps a well-kept wooden fence. You probably barely notice unless it’s in a poor state – or there’s something eccentric like a stone fountain. “Why would anyone have that eyesore?” people probably tut as they walk by.

The other thing you’re very likely to see is the owners out doing the gardening. Many will surely be out as I write, doing some final manicuring before autumn sets in.

This is fun for gardening enthusiasts,…

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