A quiet place is truly a gift in this very hectic, and often noisy world. Think for a moment about the last time it was really silent. of a moment when you felt completely at peace. If you can’t remember one, then making yourself a meditation space might be the perfect answer.

Meditation Garden
For the meditation garden to truly fulfill its role, make a list of the plants and images that make you feel restful. From this list you’ll be able to start fleshing out a design that’s both pleasing to the eye, and personally meaningful. We went with a circular space with a small waterfall, various naturalized plants, a statue of Kwan Yin (the Goddess of Mercy), a backdrop of roses and grapes, and torches and a fire pot so that the space can be enjoyed at night too. An additional boon here is that the electrical outlet for the waterfall can be used for other soothing music. Better still, we can watch the birds, bunnies, squirrels and even mallards come play in this space when humans are indoors!
Bear in mind that your meditation garden may become the proverbial work in progress. One year you might add some annuals for color. Another year you might be inspired by some ivy that you can shape into a topiary design with some aromatic herbs nearby that carry rejuvenation on the wind. And another still, you might find yourself putting in stone messages of encouragement at various locations to make everyone smile.

Meditation Garden
No matter your choice two pieces of advice. First, don’t make this a chore. Your meditation garden should be a playful whimsy where you can simply BE. Don’t rush the design. Let your creativity come out naturally. Second, I do not recommend making meditation gardens too cluttered. From the perspective of Feng Shui (the art of placement) clutter closes off the flow of natural energy. Visually clutter can be very stressful and remind you of work. Additionally too many plants may block free-flowing air, which is not only healthy but also very relaxing.
Peace!