A Whole New Genre of Garden Therapy!

Researchers have long applauded the important role gardens can play in terms of providing a haven away from the hurly burly of life where it is possible to unwind and de-stress. The therapeutic benefits of horticulture were even debated in a research report from Virginia Tech University which claimed that a view of trees could reduce the recovery time in the hospital after surgery by almost a full day!  

But now there’s a whole new type of therapy on offer in the garden – pathways that provide on the spot pampering!  A luxury-flooring brand has developed a foot-massaging pathway!  The pathway surface encourages the homeowner to kick off their shoes and walk barefoot along the pebbles, which apparently ‘helps to increase the circulation and stimulate the body and mind”.  The pathway was a major inspiration for the ‘Lose The Shoes’ show garden at the RHS Flower Show at Tatton Park, which won an RHS Silver medal.