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During winter, it can be hard to want to go outside when it's cold, gray, and unappealing.

That's why it's important to create an outdoor space where you can find peace and tranquility.

Yes, this is possible even in winter, with the help of a sensory garden.

Here are some helpful tips and tricks for creating your own personal sensory garden this year that will stimulate your senses and help you find calm amidst the chaos of the world.

Plant aromatic plants.

One of your five senses is smell, and although this sense is often overlooked, it's very important for your sensory garden.

During spring, it's easy to find flowers and aromatic plants (such as red roses, lilies, etc.), but in winter, it's best to stick to evergreen options like lavender, rosemary, and thyme.

Use bird feeders.

Sound is another very important sense for your sensory garden.

Placing bird feeders around the garden will help create a calm and peaceful environment.

Nothing beats the soothing sound of birds to help you escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Choose plants based on texture.

Texture is another important element to add to your garden this winter, as touch and feeling are essential senses for all of us.

Introducing different plants with different textures will make your garden more sensory-rich.

Consider planting some tall, soft grasses like winter grass or winter wheatgrass.

Lamb's ear is another beloved plant that, as you might have guessed, is as soft as lamb's ear (although this plant needs plenty of sun).

Choose plants based on color.

Of course, sight is one of the most important senses, and it's vital that your garden has a range of colors that will bring you some joy even on the coldest days.

While it may seem like there aren't many options for planting colorful flowers and plants in winter, there are actually plenty of fun and vibrant choices.

Icelandic poppies thrive in cold temperatures and come in a range of yellows and oranges.

Snowdrops are another popular choice and will bring a crisp, clean white to your garden.

And don't forget holy berries to add a touch of red to your garden—perfect for the holidays.

Add water features.

If you have the space, something like a small fountain or water feature in your garden will add a soothing and inviting sound to your outdoor space.

It may seem simple, but the sound of flowing water will make your garden a wonderful retreat.

Another thing you can add to your garden this winter? A birdbath, which will give you the best of both worlds: more birdsong and the soothing ripples of splashing water. Say goodbye to winter blues and hello to your own oasis of peace.

Overview

Transform your garden into a sensory garden

author

Jamil Al-Ibrahim

Section

GARDENING

Keywords

Life, order

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