Edible Zen Garden

Water Bowl In Zen Garden

Water Bowl by Moira Crossman In Zen Garden

 

Want a peaceful sanctuary at home? One that incorporates edible and medicinal plants? Here a sunken courtyard for relaxing at the front of the house and vegetable beds, glasshouse, chickens, berries and fruits out the back surrounding a sleep out. The Zen garden theme was used throughout with edible plant forms, colour and combinations used to give a informal but balanced feeling.

“We are so stoked with the plan. I especially like how you were able to get the straight lines and the curves as well – i know the squareness of it was kind of challenging. Very blessed thanks.”

“Front is beautiful now and when trees and garden grow will be exquisite. We love your design.”

With exquisite detailing, and using recycled stone and timber, the installation of the front garden was managed by the owner in Winter 2016. We sourced the plants and worked together on planting Spring 2016

Tea Camelia in Zen Garden

Tea Camelia in Zen Garden. Local stone slabs and Macrocarpa seating

Zen Garden Sunken Courtyard

Zen Garden Sunken Courtyard

Water Bowl by Moira Crossman

Water Bowl by Moira Crossman

Pink Maple with Pamela & Hebe

Pink Maple with Pimelia & Hebe

Edible Zen Garden Planting Plan

Edible Zen Garden Planting Plan

Making the pathway

Making the pathway

Before PHOTO

Before PHOTO

Edible Zen Garden Back Yard

Edible Zen Garden Back Yard – Yet to be developed

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