60 ideas for a Japanese-inspired rock garden to share – A spicy Boy

60 ideas for a Japanese-inspired rock garden to share

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How do you imagine your dream garden? Do you want it to be on the terrace, with lots of green plants or minimalist style? Do you want to have a pond or pond in your garden?

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The dream garden can take many different forms in our imagination but today we will introduce you to the rock garden of Japanese inspiration. With these 60 interesting ideas, we would like to show you the diversity in the design of gardens with stones. And it is quite possible that you find there the garden of your dreams! Here are 60 images with inspiring ideas for your future relaxing garden:

Rock garden minimalist style

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The rock garden Zen-inspired is a space without flowers and trees that symbolizes well-being – peace, meditation, order and discipline. A characteristic feature of the Japanese rock garden is its layout.

Modern house with garden rockery

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The rocks in the Zen garden are arranged asymmetrically and their number is necessarily odd, often 5, 7 or 11. Most people choose stones and rocks of various sizes and shapes and then arrange groups with.

Japanese decor Rococo garden
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The insertion of rocks and stones into sand or gravel land symbolizes the flowing water. The Zen garden can be created in a Japanese garden setting or in a determined corner of any garden style.

Japanese garden decoration idea

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This type of development is often found in the gardens and terraces of modern minimalist houses. But with a little imagination this can also be done in an urban apartment.
Small stone garden

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It’s a design that is becoming increasingly popular over the years because it creates a quiet space where you can relax and unwind after tiring days at work. No matter if you are laying out a typical Japanese garden or an outdoor area with stones and green plants, you are sure to have a beautiful and original garden.

Mini Zen Garden

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To succeed in your rock garden it is important to develop it well. First of all you have to get an idea of ​​what you want to achieve as a result. The right place to disperse your rock garden is a place away from the sun’s rays.

House exterior with stone and pebbles

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The rock garden likes the light and the sun but does not support them permanently, especially during the hot days.

Garden Zen decoration

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Before disposing of your rock, one must take care of the ground. The drainage of it is very important. If you garden is sloping, drop the larger stones in the opposite direction of the slope. If your soil is clay, then consider adding coarse sand.

Japanese garden with pebbles

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The rock garden is often placed at the front of the house which allows you to contemplate it easily. Of course you can choose another place of the sloping house. If you have a pool of water or a fountain, the best idea would be to ride your rock garden around for a magical effect.

Japanese garden decorated with rocks and pebbles

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Which plants to choose? First of all we must take into account the level of sunshine to be able to make the right choice. You can choose perennials and conifers for more diversity. Those that require less maintenance and are easy to handle are: blue campanula, heather, lavender, dwarf phlox and many others.
Japanese garden landscaping
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When you have finally developed your rock garden, you must be ready to take good care of it, especially the first year. You should water your green space regularly.
Idea of ​​zen garden decor
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Remember to weed your garden in the spring and divide some plants once every 3 years. Finally, to protect them from the cold, consider covering your plants in late autumn and winter.
Interesting Zen garden decoration
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Finally, follow our advice to properly realize your rock garden. First, opt for stones of different sizes and your area. Then, bet on a good top soil according to the plants you have chosen. Pay attention to the arrangement of the stones in case of a slope too suspended. And finally, do not forget to take care of it!

Garden decoration with pebbles

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For the aesthetic side, choose a quiet place but by sight. You can decorate this space with some accessories all around to add a personal touch to the whole.
Zen garden decorated with a statue
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You can also bet for plants of different colors to give a little freshness to your little garden. You can choose azaleas and mountain pines to give more taste.
Rock garden minimalist style
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Another original idea would be to create a green waterfall in rocks, especially if you have a pool of water in your garden. You can add perennials such as alyssums but also garden herbs for their natural side.
Garden decoration with rocks
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To enjoy your little green paradise, you can create a rest area nearby to contemplate your creations. It is not difficult to create your own rock garden, just have a little imagination and perseverance.

Japanese garden decorated with a wooden platform

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Zen style terrace deco
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Rococo garden decoration with flowers
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Large Japanese style garden
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Modern zen garden decoration
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Zen garden with bamboo
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Zen garden decorated with pebbles
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