The SSAW Collective is a community of chefs, florists & growers committed to an ethical way of working with seasonal produce.
Through campaigns and collaborations, we advocate for positive change in our food and floral systems.
JOURNAL
Representing creative individuals whose craft, skill and practices are all connected by a commitment to positive change.
18/12/24
HARRIET THOMPSON
- HARRIETS PLANTS
I feel like I have so many stories of how my journey into growing started and all of them have come from the most inspirational people and times I have had in my life. I also feel like this is a pivotal time to be writing this piece as I am very aware that my roots are calling me back to where it all began. I grew up always being outdoors, getting dirty in the garden and watching my mum and dad grow food, albeit at the time, I wasn’t really that interested. It wasn’t until I decided to take a backpack and start travelling in my early 20’s that I really got into the swing of plants and how important they are. I had been working at a supermarket since I was 16, saved as much money as I could and bought a one way ticket with no real expectation or how long I would last or even if I would ever come back to England.