Symbolic Meanings in Japanese Garden Designs

Symbolic meanings are associated with plants and other elements used in Japanese garden designs. Deciduous trees, for example, like the colorful Japanese maple, stand for the change that is constant all through life, since they show a different aspect of themselves every season. On the other hand, evergreen trees stand firm and stable. In order for something always to be in bloom in the garden, flowers are often planted that will bloom sequentially. The colors seen in a Japanese garden designs tend to be pastel and subtle. In fact, subtle is a good word to keep in mind when planning out your Japanese garden design.