Be flexible yet firmly rooted.” (Image via )īamboo fences can be used to separate the Zen garden from the rest of the yard, creating a more private space for meditation. This sturdiness has inspired the zen saying, “Bend but don’t break. It is difficult, if not impossible, to remove it completely. (Photo by Crista Jeremiason)īamboo forests are common in Japan – the plant is appreciated for the way it will sway in the lightest breeze, while still being deeply rooted in the ground. Get this zen accessory: Bridge Way Koi, (707) 494-2609īamboo Path to the Japanese Meditation Garden at Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary in Freestone. If you have cats or raccoons visiting your yard, a Koi pond may not be a good idea. And third, the pond must be carefully maintained, and there’s also the worry of backyard predators. While smaller fish may not break the bank, larger and more mature fish can cost thousands of dollars. Second, the fish themselves can be costly. First, if you have a small backyard, it may not fit: the ideal size for a Koi pond is considered to be over 1,000 gallons and at least three feet deep. While Koi ponds are absolutely gorgeous, a few things need to be considered before deciding to have one installed in your backyard. In Japan, raising and breeding Koi is considered an art form, and when they’re added to a zen garden they serve as a reminder of life in motion and transition. Get this zen accessory: Pottery World (916) 624-8080 Koi Ponds Outdoor sculptures, such as stone pagodas, Buddha statues, and abstract sculptures, can help transform your zen garden into a meditative space by separating it from the rest of the backyard. Get this zen accessory: Ramm Rock and Landscape Supply, (707) 528-6067 Statuary & Decoration
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