Turn your garden into a sanctuary

After our hot Las Vegas summer, we need someplace to relax and retrieve our senses. A Zen garden, rooted in monastic life, is for meditation and contemplation. A traditional Zen garden, referred to as a Japanese rock garden or dry landscape garden, is usually constructed of strategically placed rocks and raked stones with architectural type trees. For your Zen garden, specific elements, such as water, stone, bamboo and pebbles, can be used to reduce stress and improve general well-being. Catching a whiff of a fresh fragrance — such as citrus blossoms, sweet peas in bloom or crushed thyme — can make a garden feel like a serene retreat. The peaceful nature of water enhances the serenity of the garden.