Gardeners around the World - China History of the Chinese Garden Chinese Gardens were built for royalty and the higher ‘scholar’ classes of China to escape from daily life and contemplate nature as well as providing a spiritual shelter. The gardens were man-made and often featured ponds, pavilions and rockeries. They were designed to show the best parts of nature in an artistic manner. The gardens were designed to provide a sensory experience. For example: through the sound of water and … Read More >

Fundamental Japanese Gardening Tips and Ideas Apart from being a great activity, being able to enjoy the fruits of your labor is also one of best things about gardening. Watching your garden grow over the years and witnessing the product of all your creativity and hard work is indeed rewarding. If you think that a Japanese garden is no different, think again. A Japanese garden has a different kind of natural beauty that you have to learn to value. After … Read More >