How to create a small Zen garden?
Use a small sculpture as a focal point and add a few dwarf or miniature plants. Moss is an excellent ground cover for a shady area. Although authenic zen gardens are typically dry landscapes, consider adding sand, gravel and a few plants around a small water feature, such as a fountain, or use a pond kit. To create a traditional zen garden, start with a shallow wooden box filled with fine white sand. Arrange a few rocks to represent mountains or islands. Use a small rake to draw out designs in the sand, like water or waves. Add a small figurine or lantern for an authentic touch and a charming little light source.Zen garden features commonly featuring mossy stones strewn about and concentric circles drawn in sand to subconsciously evoke the ebb and flow of the natural world, traditional zen gardens can be categorized into three types: tea gardens, rock gardens, and hill and pond gardens.Repurpose old containers or wooden boxes, add fine gravel, and use mini garden rakes to create waves. Small figurines, like a Buddha statue or a miniature bridge, can complete the look. It’s a great way to indulge in Zen aesthetics, even on a budget.Use a small sculpture as a focal point and add a few dwarf or miniature plants. Moss is an excellent ground cover for a shady area. Although authenic Zen gardens are typically dry landscapes, consider adding sand, gravel and a few plants around a small water feature, such as a fountain, or use a pond kit.