Philosophical Garden

Philosophical Garden

A Philosophical Garden is a garden whose design reflects the teachings and practices of philosophical school. Zen gardens are both philosophical and religious.

History

The Foxfire Botanical Garden is an example of a philosophical garden.

ee also

*Sacred garden
*Sacred tree
*Foxfire Botanical Gardens


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