It may seem curious that viewing a sparse landscape of rock and gravel can be an antidote to the day's chaos. But a Zen garden, a minimalist composition of carefully placed stones, is calming — if you ...
When Paul Jackson’s son graduated from high school, he received an unconventional but welcome gift: six yards of pea gravel. “He wanted a Zen rock garden,” Jackson said. “He pointed out the place in ...
It may seem curious that viewing a sparse landscape of rock and gravel can be an antidote to the day's chaos. But a Zen garden, a minimalist composition of carefully placed stones, is calming - if you ...
CORVALLIS, Ore. - When Paul Jackson's son graduated from high school, he received an unconventional but welcome gift - six yards of pea gravel. "He wanted a Zen rock garden," Jackson said. "He pointed ...
CORVALLIS — When Paul Jackson’s son graduated from high school, he received an unconventional but welcome gift – six yards of pea gravel. “He wanted a Zen rock garden,” Jackson said. “He pointed out ...
I didn't set out to create a Zen garden. I just wanted to make the view better. The area in question was wracked by tree roots that I knew would not be compatible with traditional plantings. I thought ...
Japanese rock gardens, commonly known as Zen gardens, are designed to create tranquil and harmonious spaces. The idea is to represent a mini landscape using rocks, gravel and plants. It is believed ...
In our fast-paced, hard-edged, pressure-cooker world, it’s important to step back regularly and return to the basics. And there’s nothing more basic than returning to the fundamental elements that ...
Winter often brings a sense of stillness and introspection, making it the perfect time to cultivate a serene indoor Zen garden. As the days grow shorter and the weather turns colder, transforming a ...