How to turn your garden into a peaceful sanctuary?

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

The time we get to learn how to turn the garden into a tranquil piece of sanctuary.

Need a safe space to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life?

Want access to your very own sanctuary?

Start by working on your garden or backyard. Not only is the act of gardening itself one of the most effective ways to boost your happiness and ease stress, but this will transform your home for the better, too.

With that in mind, here are some top tips for turning your garden into a peaceful sanctuary.

Start by tidying it up. If your garden is overgrown with weeds and debris, this is hardly the kind of space you’ll be able to relax in. As such, the first step toward turning your garden into a peaceful sanctuary is to clean it up a little. One way you can achieve this goal is by using a cordless weed eater, which will save you a lot of time and energy when it comes to keeping your garden looking its best.

Repaint your fence. Repainting your fence will not only help when it comes to making your garden look nicer, but choosing a soft, pastel shade can also turn your yard into a place of peace and serenity. Be sure to apply several coats of paint and varnish to ensure the color lasts for years to come, though this is something that you will need to top up from time to time.

You can also apply this paint to any other wooden furniture or fixture within your garden, such as benches and even your shed.

Create winding pathways. If you’re going to be using pathways or borders to separate your garden into distinct sections (such as a place to entertain guests, a place to practice yoga, and a place to grow flowers), try creating winding, curved pathways over sharp, angular ones. Believe it or not, this will create a space that feels a lot more peaceful.

Hang wind chimes. While your garden is the perfect place to listen to birdsong or the rustling of leaves, hanging windchimes can also be useful when it comes to creating a space that feels both peaceful and harmonious. This is because “when we hear relaxing sounds like wind chimes, our heart rate lowers, our breathing slows down, and our muscles relax.” This is a particularly great choice for those who want to practice yoga and meditation outdoors, as it can serve as the perfect accompaniment to this kind of soulful activity.

Make your garden an attractive space for wildlife. If you want to truly connect to nature when spending time in your garden, make sure that you are creating a space that attracts the attention of insects and wildlife. For the most part, this is achieved through growing a wide range of bright and sweet-smelling plants and flowers. You could also hang bird feeders and water baths strategically throughout your garden.

Set up a comfortable seating area. Setting up a comfortable seating area is another way in which you can set about turning your garden into a peaceful sanctuary. If you’re renovating your garden on a budget, you will likely be able to find this furniture second-hand, or you could even try your hand at making your own. Ideally, you should place your furniture in a shaded area so that you have a little protection against the sun when spending time outdoors.

Build a sunroom. Building some kind of sunroom or greenhouse is another great way to turn your garden into the perfect relaxation space. It can also add considerable value to your home, making it worth investing your time and energy.

Stay on top of your gardening duties. Unfortunately, gardening is not the kind of home improvement activity that you can do once and not need to do again for several years. You need to stay on top of your duties and responsibilities throughout the entire year if you want the space to remain both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Not only that, but the longer you ignore these tasks, the more stressed you’ll become when trying to tackle them. For this reason, you should make sure you stay on top of your gardening, such as by writing down a weekly to-do list.

Final thoughts. Whether you’re looking for the perfect space to carry out your morning yoga session or to read a few pages of your book during a sunny day, there are many benefits associated with turning your garden into your very own personal oasis! Not only that, but the process of transforming your garden can also be a lot of fun.

Picture credit:

quiet garden (intro) // Robin Wersich

whimsical garden lounge // Ahmed

soil digging using garden shovel // Lisa

clay wind chimes // Niroz Shrestha

This is a collaborative post.