ZEN GARDEN IDEAS ON A BUDGET: 9 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY

Zen gardens are essentially themed Japanese rock gardens. There’s a lot of philosophy behind their layout and components, but the basic idea is that they use natural and  man-made elements to create a relaxing space.

While they’re a great project, they can be surprisingly costly once you factor in all the necessary components.

You want something for a small space (balcony, patio, etc.) where cost can easily outweigh the benefit.

Why Might You Want to Save Money on a Zen Garden?

Rocks

Unsurprisingly, rocks are a vital component of a Zen garden. The least expensive option is to just find some rocks lying around in the world.

Sand

The least expensive option for the sand element is to use play sand – you can get 50 lbs. for less than $30.

Water Feature

You could make your own water fountain that’d be much larger. The instructions linked here use plant pots. Provided you can find a cheap set, this should cost you around $50.

Bamboo

A bamboo privacy screen serves 2 needs by blocking off your space and adding bamboo. It’s not necessarily super cheap, but it doesn’t need to be expensive.

Statues and Decorations

These really don’t need to be expensive, and you’ll find that resin statues are the cheapest. Helpfully, resin will last for ages outdoors and is very lightweight.

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