My husband and I always wanted to have a Japanese touch garden, but it was difficult to find a landscaper who knew the concept of a Japanese garden. After many years of dreaming and moving to a smaller home, we decided to take action. We finally met a landscape designer who knew what a Japanese garden is all about.
My husband drew an outline and described what we needed, emphasizing simplicity. So we and the landscaper worked together to reach an agreement on a final plan.
We went to a quarry together to find these perfect boulders, which was the most difficult part of the work, because we needed to select the right size, shape and color, and place them in the right location and the right position. Since the boulders are extremely heavy, you will never be able to lift the stone up to change the look, and you will feel uncomfortable with the rest of your life. We also went to the nursery to select some plants, such as black pines and Japanese maple trees.... Again, you need to choose the right one that you will not grow tired looking at them. We still need another black pine, which we are still looking for.
Whenever, you stare at the stones over and over again, you can feel the essence and the touch of the Japanese garden. It is a tranquil and peaceful garden! We just love it!
