Project time: 10 hours Tools:
Standard garden tools
Quartzite stones
Sand
Pagoda light
Japanese rake (optional)
Bark mulch
Landscape rocks
Plant material In Japanese culture, a garden is considered one of the highest art forms, because it expresses the essence of nature in a very limited space. The Japanese tea garden was first created by Buddhist monks, who used these gardens as places to reflect as well as to drink their tea so they could stay awake longer to pray. In Japanese culture, the tea garden was meant to inspire visitors as they strolled to a teahouse. The gardens are characterized by the use of paths leading to or over dry, raked stream beds; and few blooming plants are used, with the exception of cherry blossoms and azaleas. The planning of an authentic Japanese garden is a very complex process. Plants must never be placed in straight lines, nor should they ever be used in equal numbers on either side of something to create symmetry. Instead, the garden should be planted to achieve a natural-looking drift of plants. In Japan today, a garden master would be consulted on the particular rules of the garden, such as size, shape and placement of stones; where to place (or not to place) a waterfall; and plant and path placement. In this episode of Weekend Gardening, host Maureen Gilmer uses design software to create a transitional garden between a patio and a garage. Elements of the tea garden will be used, as will elements of a Zen garden, but not in the strictest sense of the word. Evergreens, bamboo and junipers are used to solve problems and reflect the culture. Plants used in this garden are fairly cold hardy and best suited for the Northwest climate. Check with your local nurseries, garden centers, and DIY listings for plants suitable for other climate and temperature zones.
RESOURCES :
Soil Amendments and Fertilizers
Various fertilizing and soil enhancement products
Whitney Farms
Website: www.whitneyfarms.com
Volcanic Rock, Brick and Gravel
A variety of hardscape elements and materials.
Whitewater Rock and Supply
Whitewater, CA 92282
Email: wwrock@aol.com
Website: www.whitewater-rock.com
Plants from Monrovia Horticultural Craftsmen
Monrovia Horticultural Craftsmen
Website: www.monrovia.com
Garden Maker Software
Garden Maker Software
Email: mo@moplants.com
Website: www.moplants.com/garden_maker_software.html
Bamboo Sleeve Fencing Panels
Two-tier w/straw tops (Model #P1-4B)
Panel with straw upper and mid sections (Model #P1-5B)
Bamboo and Rattan Works Inc.
Lakewood, NJ 08701
Phone: 732-370-0220
Fax: 732-905-8386
Website: www.bambooandrattan.com
Garden Lantern
Garden lantern, small (Model #812); color: natural
Al's Garden Art, Inc.
Colton, CA 92324
Website: www.alsgardenart.com
Square Footed Planter
Serial #3-451-A
Asian Ceramics Inc.
Website: www.asian-ceramics.com
Medium-Size Brown Jar
Serial #2-253
Asian Ceramics Inc.
Website: www.asian-ceramics.com
WOLF-Garten of North America, L.P.
Minneapolis, MN
Phone: 612-455-1500
WOLF-Garten of North America L.P.
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone: 612-455-1500
Website: www.ohmygarden.com
Plants from Plant Development Services Inc.
Plant Development Services Inc.
Loxley, AL 36551
Phone: 888/922-PDSI
Fax: 251/964-6759
Email: pdsi99@gulftel.com
Website: www.plantdevelopment.com ; www.plantsbymail.com
GUESTS :
Kate Karam
Garden Designer
Los Angeles, CA
E-mail: gardensla@aol.com
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