The extraordinary gardener

The Extraordinary Gardener (2018), written and illustrated by Sam Boughton, tells the story of a young girl who lives in a gray, drab town where nothing grows. She decides to plant a garden, carefully sowing seeds and tending to them each day. As time passes, the garden begins to flourish, attracting colour, life, and attention from the townspeople. The story follows her efforts to nurture the plants, showing how the garden gradually transforms the space around her. Through her dedication, readers see the progression from empty plots to blooming flowers, fruit, and greenery. The narrative highlights the step-by-step process of planting, growth, and care, focusing on the changing landscape as the girl continues her work in the garden.