How to build and design a Japanese garden

Autumn 2003: The garden is now pretty much finished so this year will be dedicated to building the the teahouse creating sister "My Japanese Teahouse" web site.

Spring 2008: I am now enjoying the garden and the seasons. That's what it's all about isn't it? I have to admit I didn't too much on the garden in 2007 due to the house extension project, however, I'll make up for it this year!

"Your garden is simply beautiful. at least you made a reality what millions out there could only dream of. IU am an oriental but I have this deep fascination about Japanese gardens. Unfortunately i can only go on dreaming."
"You have such a passion for Japanese gardens and I just wanted to let you know how inspired I am!"
"I've really enjoyed your various exploits on the web - the teahouse, Japanese garden and the extension. I'm building a house at the moment and want to include a Japanese garden so your projects have been inspirational."
"I just wanted to let you know that I have just spent a couple of hours looking at both your Japanese Garden & your Tea House, I must say....what a beautiful job...both Garden & Tea House are just gorgeous"

I also grow bonsai trees, so I have a few specimens that I am sure will find their way into the garden somewhere. I saw several gardens on my last trip to Tokyo and you can see some of the inspiring photographs I took here. I particularly like trained black and white pines and clump azaleas.

You can find many sites dedicated to Japanese gardens on the internet, even quite a few in the UK. But actually tracking down down a source of all the required materials can present quite a challenge. So on this web site I will try and identify the source of all my materials and provide appropriate contact information. Enjoy.

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