Saving the world with gardening | Sophie Thomson | TEDxAdelaide

Gardening is good for all of us; as individuals, families, communities and global citizens. Sophie contends that so many of our problems can be eased or even solved with what plants, soil, wildlife, beauty and the state of nature connection can bring to our lives. From inner peace to world peace, this is a talk that will inspire you to get outside, get dirty and get ready to change the world! Sophie is totally wild about gardening. She is a respected writer and icon of in the Australian gardening community, presenting for the ABC television’s Gardening Australia and writing for the Australian Gardening Magazine. A horticulturalist and naturopath, Sophie’s enthusiasm and passion for plants inspires people of all ages. As a tireless advocate for sustainable gardening practices, Sophie encourages people to enjoy growing organic food, cooking from the home garden and creating backyards where kids can play, swapping ‘screen time for green time’. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at