Therapeutic/Healing Gardens

A Positive Momentary Distraction for December 10th, 2018

(This post is part of an ongoing #positivemomentarydistraction series intended to lend you a much deserved, #serenegreenscene #naturedose. The photos and quotes are part of a #thriveoutsidehealinside collection, Red Bird has curated over the decades – resources that I turn to for inspiration, empowerment, and reassurance – not unlike my healing relationship with my garden and nature beyond. Research studies show that views of nature-based positive distractions reduce pain, anxiety, stress, fatigue, distress and other physiological and psychological outcomes. Find more resources here. Please, enjoy this #healinggardenhappyplace moment with me.

5 Pines for Your Winter Garden Serene Scene

My “Fave 5 Pines” for a winter garden serene scene that offer perfect bough harvest for hoilday decor from Monriva Plants.

1 | Vanderwolf’s Pyramid Limber Pine (Pinus flexilis ‘Vanderwolf’s Pyramid’)

Love the blue-green serene vibe of this architectural, well-mannered pine (magical)! USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 – 7

2 | Dwarf Mugo Pine (Pinus mugo var. pumilio)

A winner for boughs for the table-scape (and perfect for the #MCM look!). USDA Hardiness Zone: 2 – 8

3 | Blue Shag Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus ‘Blue Shag’)

Easy, adaptable and snuggles into a small garden perfectly. Love the needle expression of this pine-baby.

4 | Chief Joseph Lodgepole Pine (Pinus contorta var. latifolia ‘Chief Joseph’)

Think Joseph’s Technicolor Dreamcoat – rich, deep green in spring-summer then… Then! A golden ORE color come winter. (Bonus: discovered in Oregon) USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 – 9

5 | Golden Ghost Japanese Red Pine (Pinus densiflora ‘Golden Ghost’)

The stems blended with the needles provide for fab texture and a great contrast against/with our other {Ever}Green-ing greetings. USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 – 8