![]() You can also create an indoor or desk zen garden on a tiny budget, using a tray, sand, a rake, some pebbles and tiny pot plants from your local garden centre. The beauty of a zen garden is that almost everyone can create one, regardless of budget! Create A Zen Garden On A Budgetįor just $50 you can create a peaceful zen zone in your garden using a few garden ornaments, some sand, pebbles and a handful of plants! You’ll want to look for a tucked away area or hideaway, that’s close to fencing, hedges, or tall plants for a private feel, as you won’t be able to create much privacy using the taller, pricer plants on this budget. Simply find a spot or corner area that you can fill with potted plants, statues, a small pathway and a water feature. If you have a smaller garden, your job is a little easier. How much room do you have for your garden? If you have a large garden, you can mark the ‘edges’ of your zen garden with hedges or stocky plants, or even a bamboo border or cluster (unless you live in an area known for snakes – snakes often love bamboo)! Larger gardens need more consideration when planting a zen garden, but the results are worth it! If you live in a hot dry area, you can still enjoy a zen garden however! Just be mindful of what plants and shrubs you will be able to plant. However these plants tend not to enjoy full summer heat and sunshine all year round, and thrive instead in spots with part shade. Most japanese zen gardens use hardy and evergreen shrubs, grasses and plants for that mindful feeling all year round. When deciding how much space and what area to dedicate to your zen garden, you’ll need to bear the following in mind. You might already know which part of your garden you plan on transforming into your relaxing space, but if not – it’s time to decide! Will your entire garden be devoted to zen? Or like me, are you planning on creating a zen nook? Or maybe you’re even thinking of creating a miniature zen garden to get started? How To Get Started Creating A Japanese Zen Garden As A Beginner
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