A Guide to the Traditions, Meaning and Design of Beautiful and Tranquil Places.
For centuries gardens were seen as inherently sacred places, a gift from the heavens that it was both a joy and a duty to tend and create. 'Sacred Gardens' is an inspiring and practical guide for garden lovers which shows that this spiritual tradition remains alive today.
Martin Palmer and David Manning examine the development of the sacred garden from its earliest beginnings in Eden and Paradise to the sacred grove of the ancient Greeks, the formal geometric beauty of a monastic herb garden and the simple serenity of a Zen or Buddhist garden.
Chapters explore traditional garden design and layout and the significance of certain landscape features. Throughout there are lists of important plants and their sacred and symbolic meaning, together with garden plans to help you put your ideas into action.
Both practical and inspiration, 'Sacred Gardens' will appeal to everyone who loves gardens, gardening and the transforming power of nature.
Includes colour photographs.
