August 28th, 2008 -- Posted in Healing Gardens |
If you live in or around the Augusta Georgia area, you have a wonderful opportunity this evening to participate in a workshop dedicated to Healing Gardens. I just saw this article on Augustachronicle.com detailing this free event. Chris and Sandy Randall’s workshop, Healing Gardens and Gardens That Attract Wildlife will also explain what types of plants attract garden hummingbirds, and how to create and maintain bird feeders.
To read the article and get further information, please visit: http://chronicle.augusta.com/stories/082808/ric_470962.shtml
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August 25th, 2008 -- Posted in Healing Gardens |
I read a wonderful article today from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel about the benefits of a natural habitat garden. They are being created in many areas to assist with the therapy of patients. Most often they are called, Healing Gardens. Healing gardens are plant-dominated environments generally associated with health care organizations. The plants, flowers, water and other aspects of nature are designed as a retreat and respite for patients, visitors and staff members. Often these gardens attract hummingbirds, butterflies and other natural habitants. Community Memorial in Menomonee Falls built its healing garden two years ago. Visitors find it inspiring and peaceful. Melinda Myers, a nationally recognized horticulture expert, Journal Sentinel columnist and an Aurora St. Luke’s neighborhood resident, said gardens and plants have a proven positive effect on people. Those who interact with nature often gain a sense of tranquility, calmness or happiness, which in turn may help speed healing.
This is a terrific idea and it can even be done in your own backyard. What a wonderful gift to give to yourself or others. Your own healing garden filled with wonderful treats for your garden hummingbird. It’s easy to get started. My own garden began with one feeder. The rest as they say, is history!
To get inspired, you can read the entire story here: http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=781180
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