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Author
Publisher
St Lynn's Press
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"Serenity. Calm. Inner peace. We need these wonderful feelings in our lives. And when our garden is designed to take us away from the noise of the world...it can be bliss itself. In Heaven is a Garden, landscape designer Jan Johnsen draws on ancient traditions and modern trends to reveal the deep connection between the natural world and our emotions - how powerfully we are affected by the presence of water, trees, shapes and color within a landscape....
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
We all need a personal sanctuary where we can be in harmony with the natural world and can nurture our bodies, minds, and souls. And this sanctuary doesn't have to be a far-away destination--it can be in your own backyard. In Creating Sanctuary, Jessi Bloom taps into multiple sources of traditional plant wisdom to help find a deeper connection to the outdoor space you already have--no matter the size. Equal parts inspirational and practical, this...
Author
Publisher
Mitchell Beazley
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Gardening, like mindfulness, is a way of finding a sense of calm in an otherwise chaotic world, a simpler existence, even if it is only for a few minutes. Both forge a connection to the world around us, to nature and wildlife, which can bring pleasure and peace. In this beautifully illustrated guide to gardening for mindfulness, horticulturalist and mindfulness practitioner Holly Farrell provides a blueprint for a more contemplative way to garden,...
Author
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the fascinating science behind how green spaces and gardening--the design, the plants, and the physical activity of gardening--can impact positively on your well-being. Then use this newfound knowledge to evolve your own outdoor space into a mind- and body-nurturing environment. The same principles apply to a small balcony, a large suburban or country garden, or a shared community garden"--
"Your garden could become even better for you....
Author
Publisher
Timber Press
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"For gardeners who are ready to take their efforts to the next level by planting for birds, butterflies, and other wildlife by focusing on restoring native habitat and using sustainable practices, this offers more than 200 recommendations of specific cultivars, sustainability tips, and facts about how to grarden organically. Regional recommendations are tailored to attracting specific pollinators; planting diagrams and plans show the possibilities...