I collected books for the major planting we are about to embark on. Of the group, there are several titles I would like to pass on to you in case you are planning to do a little gardening of your own.
Perelandra Garden Workbook by Machaelle Small Wright, Perelandra Ltd.
This book teaches us how to work with nature spirits to plan and plant a garden that will be alive and vital. The focus is on the importance of each stage of gardening from planning to harvesting for optimum results and greatest integrity with the eco-system.
The Findhorn Garden, by the Findhorn Community, Perennial Library. This timeless classic gives insight into the working of the nature kingdom and provides information about the planting of the Findhorn Community gardens in Scotland. It is an inspiring book for anyone seeking to work with nature, showing that indeed we can make a connection with earth and work in harmony together to create a spiritual garden.
The Feng Shui Garden, by Gill Hale, Storey Books
This beautifully illustrated book presents garden designs, methods for planning and planting, and other information necessary for healthy gardens. It addresses the importance of planetary and other influences that must be considered for optimum well-being and growth. Aside from the practical information, it has many valuable diagrams and pictures to help the reader visualize the results. I highly recommend this book for anyone who lives with a garden or patio.
The Healing Garden, by David Squire, Contemporary Books
This is another lushly illustrated book that allows the reader to visualize and design a consciously created garden. The book shows combinations of colors and explains how the use of scents can enhance moods and attract beneficial insects and birds to the garden.
Herbs, Rodale’s Successful Organic Gardening Series, Rodale Press
A very thorough and richly illustrated book that will give you everything you need to know about herb gardening
"When the World ceases to satisfy our soul’s need for beauty, there is always the Garden"