Japanese Rock Gardens
Japanese Rock Gardens are basically a combination of both the Indoor Rock Garden and Zen Rock Garden, and are usually enclosed in a shallow sandpit that contains gravel, rocks, grass or other natural elements, such as rock bridges, plants, and bamboo. The primary elements of Japanese Rock Gardens are the rocks and sand, similar to the Zen Rock Garden. The carefully raked sand represents the ocean and wavy lines in the sand represent rough waters and straight lines represent calm waters. The rocks themselves represent a large landmass such as an island. Most Japanese Rock Gardens are meant to be looked at from one primary position, so many times you will find a bench incorporated in the design and located steps from each of the Japanese Rock Gardens.
 All About Creating Japanese Gardens (Ortho's All About Gardening) List Price: Sale Price: $4.99 Japanese gardens have long been appreciated for providing beautiful, tranquil spaces that evoke feelings of sanctuary, often in short supply these days. This practical guide to Japanese gardening teaches you how to: • Use centuries-old garden design techniques to create tranquil spaces that evoke a feeling of sanctuary...  |
 Japanese Gardens - The Use Of Rocks And Stones Plus Design Tips List Price: Rocks and Stones are an essential part of any Japanese or Zen garden. Their importance cannot be overstated. Stones and Rocks in Japanese gardens come in a number of forms with specific meanings and are steeped in history and spiritual relevance... |
 Serene Gardens: Creating Japanese Design and Detail in the Western Garden List Price: Sale Price: $10.19 With their superbly shaped trees and shrubs, subtly colored foliage, and emphasis on nature in its pure state, Japanese Zen gardens are spaces of beauty and tranquility. Serene Gardens is an exquisitely illustrated introduction to the style and its traditions—and the only book that explains how to use western plants and materials to achieve the minimalist look beloved by Japanese garden designers... |
 Japanese Gardens in a Weekend: Projects for One, Two or Three Weekends List Price: Sale Price: $8.49 Japanese gardens have a matchless allureso still, and with a profound sense of beauty. All the more amazing, then, that you can construct such a special place so quickly, with this guide to planning, materials, plants, pruning, and special additions... |
