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The Healing Garden: Designing a Space for Stress Relief and Well-Being
- Little Loads
- Nov 21
- 2 min read
There's something deeply therapeutic about getting your hands in the soil. With our fast-paced lives, creating a garden sanctuary can provide much-needed relief from daily stress and improve your overall well-being. Here’s some insight into transforming your outdoor spaces into peaceful retreats that nourish both body and mind.
Why Gardens Reduce Stress
Gardens connect us to nature in a way that few other activities can. Research shows that spending just 30 minutes in a garden setting can significantly lower cortisol levels (your body's primary stress hormone). The combination of fresh air, natural light, and the gentle activity of gardening creates a perfect environment for unwinding.
Key Elements of a Healing Garden
Sensory Appeal
A truly therapeutic garden engages all your senses:
Sight: Include plants with varied colours and textures that please the eye
Sound: Consider water features, wind chimes, or plants that rustle in the breeze
Smell: Aromatic herbs like lavender, rosemary, and mint provide calming scents
Touch: Mix soft ornamental grasses with smooth stones and rough bark mulch
Comfortable Spaces
Create areas where you can sit and absorb the beauty around you. A simple bench under a shade tree or a small patio with comfortable seating can become your favourite spot to read, meditate, or simply breathe.
Water Elements
Water brings a special quality to any garden. The sound of moving water masks urban noise and creates a sense of tranquillity. Even a small container fountain can transform your space.
Best Plants for a Stress-Relief Garden
Perth's climate is perfect for many plants that support relaxation and well-being:
Lavender
This Mediterranean native thrives in our climate and releases a scent proven to reduce anxiety. Plant it along pathways where you'll brush against it, releasing its calming fragrance.
Native Grasses
Ornamental grasses like Lomandra create movement and sound in the garden. Their gentle swaying in the breeze has a meditative quality that helps quiet a busy mind.
Bird-Attracting Plants
Grevillea, Banksia, and Callistemon look beautiful and attract native birds. Birdwatching is a mindful activity that pulls you into the present moment - the essence of stress relief.
The Right Foundation: Soil Matters
The foundation of any successful garden is quality soil. Our PUREARTH™ Garden Mix provides the perfect growing medium for your healing garden. This certified organic mix supports healthy plant growth while being environmentally friendly.
For areas where you'll be walking barefoot (a grounding practice that many find calming), our premium lawn soil creates a lush, soft surface that connects you directly to the earth.
Creating Your Healing Space
Start small if you're feeling overwhelmed. Even a corner of your yard or a collection of container plants can provide therapeutic benefits. The process of creating your garden should be enjoyable, not another source of stress.
Our team can help you select the right materials for your healing garden project. From quality soils and mulches to decorative stones, we'll deliver everything you need to create your personal sanctuary. Call us for advice on the best products for your project, or order online for convenient delivery to your Perth home.
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