Creating A Healing Garden

Whenever we are in a relaxed state, our bodies are in a better position to heal. The beauty and tranquility of a beautiful natural setting of a garden can provide a wonderful sense of relaxation. It been shown throughout history that gardens have been useful in the healing process.

Hospitals and medical care facilities are realizing the importance of a patient’s surroundings and the healing effect that it has with how fast a patient recovers. As medical technology began to advance in the 20th century, the use of gardens that helped in the healing process diminished. As more and more interest in natural and alte
ative therapies are beginning to emerge, we are seeing a resurgence of using nature to heal.

The possibilities are endless in how you can create your own healing garden which allows you to feel the serenity that your soul desires. You can tailor this special space to your own needs with splashes of color and accents that allow for a meditative garden or Zen garden, a butterfly garden or an herb garden. Use plantings, bird baths and feeders to attract birds. Nectar and host plants are needed to attract butterflies to your garden.

Experiment with day lilies, lantana or hibiscus plants. Hang wind chimes to enjoy their gentle tones or add water elements or a winding brick path leading up to an inviting hammock.

Whimsical planters or unique urns can be strategically placed as focal points. Medicinal gardens serve a double purpose as it provides beauty and the plants can be used to help heal the body on a physical level.

Some herbs can be used as culinary as well as medicinal, such as rnpeppermint, rosemary, thyme, sage or parsley. Plants such as rnlavender are conducive to relaxation. Colors that are relaxing rnare your cool colors such as hues of blue, violets and shades of green.

Aromatic plants such as Angelica could be planted to engage more of the senses.
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