Hello World! Welcome Friends! While we might think about a garden as a place for children and animals to play, or perhaps somewhere to host a barbeque, there are actually plenty more possibilities for your home’s green space.
One possibility is a sanctuary, somewhere where you can get away from it all and take a moment to pause and reflect. Gardens have been used this way for centuries, if not longer. In fact, you have probably already visited some places that made you want to slow down and just linger in nature. Now it’s time to create your own.
Consider What You’re Working With
There are two main things to think about when starting your garden sanctuary project: your needs and the space you’re working with. Your needs are simple, you just need to ask yourself what you expect to do in your garden. For example, if you plan to read there, you’ll need chairs. Yoga? You’ll need to leave some flat, open space.
We all want better homes and gardens, but our idea of “better” has to stay within certain limits. Take a look at your garden now and think about what is already there and what will be difficult, or impossible, to change. You may have to compromise your vision to accommodate these. However, you can look at this in a positive way too. Think about the existing trees and shrubs, flower beds, planters, and areas of sun and shade. What can you keep and work with that will save you time and money?
Paths
Paths are not just for getting from A to B. They create flow, and can draw attention to certain areas and shapes.
Curving paths are generally considered to be more relaxing, as are informal paving materials like gravel, ground covers and flagstone.
Enclosure
Being in your own area, visibly protected from the outside world, encourages relaxation. It’s the same for adults in the gardens as it is for children in blanket forts and cats in cardboard boxes.
There are many options to create a sense of enclosure in your garden. Planter boxes, trellises, bushes, or even just classic wooden fences can all work.
Shelter
When you imagine your garden sanctuary, chances are you are picturing it on a dry summer’s day. This is why having some kind of shelter can be easily overlooked.
A gazebo, shed, or similar covered structure will ensure you have somewhere to escape to on rainy days too.
Water Feature
The sound of water is soothing, which is probably why garden water features have long been popular, and for a garden sanctuary they are essential. A birdbath is the simplest option, while fountains and waterfalls are popular but pricier.
A Gathering Place
Whether you plan to gather people or your thoughts, your garden is going to need some seating. With the calm sanctuary theme in mind, you might consider a chaise longue, some sunloungers, or even a hammock.
Whatever garden you have to work with now, there are probably many ways it can be transformed into a soothing space. Having a relaxing place to retreat to is great for mental wellbeing and will help you get the most out of your home.
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