Gardening writer Zinnia Peasmore is determined to stop her wonderful quarry garden becoming a landfill site. Her family and American niece all become involved in the hoax she hatches to save it. But unorthodox means lead to unforeseen consequences as her plan runs into trouble, and she learns some of life's lessons.

Set in England's Suffolk, this is a novel for those who love gardening, admire village living, and relish the quirky side of life.