Healing Gardens for Wellbeing: An Introduction to Naturalistic Garden Design

Discover how gardens can become restorative spaces that support our wellbeing while celebrating the beauty and resilience of nature.

Join medical doctor Dr Ivan Lin, founder of Mind & Nature, for an inspiring introduction to healing gardens and the principles of naturalistic garden design. Explore how thoughtfully designed green spaces can help reduce stress, restore attention and foster a deeper connection with nature. Drawing on principles of naturalistic planting, you will learn how biodiversity, layered planting and sensory-rich landscapes can create gardens that are both ecologically vibrant and deeply restorative.

Whether you have a large garden, a small courtyard or simply enjoy spending time outdoors, this session will provide fresh ideas and inspiration for creating spaces that benefit both people and nature.

Ideal for gardeners, nature lovers and anyone curious about designing gardens that nurture both people and the living world.