How can I create a sensory garden at home?

How can I create a sensory garden at home?

Creating a sensory garden involves incorporating plants and elements that engage the senses. Start by choosing fragrant flowers like lavender and herbs like mint.

What types of plants should I include for different senses?

For sight, use colorful flowers like daisies and sunflowers. For sound, consider plants that rustle in the wind, like ornamental grasses. For touch, include soft plants like lamb's ear.

How can I make it accessible for children?

To make it child-friendly, create pathways with soft materials, include low-growing plants, and add interactive elements like a small water feature or tactile stones.

What are some sensory activities I can do in the garden?

You can have activities like scent exploration, where children smell different herbs, or a texture scavenger hunt to find various plant textures.