I believe that this book fulfilled the author's aims, but I just didn't learn anything new from it (sorry).

Enhance your gardening with mindfulness

I had never really thought about gardening being an exercise in mindfulness until I read Ark’s book. For example, when we think about pruning a plant we’re subconsciously edging towards being mindful in thinking about what we want to achieve with the plant. It may sound strange but mindfully mindful just means taking it a step further and thinking about how the plant will benefit from our actions.

I loved gardening before I read his book but now I can even more positive benefits for both my garden and myself from applying a mindful approach. Ark’s words show that interactions with the life around us, whatever the species, would benefit from a mindful approach and that’s such a simple yet profound realisation. I found this a gentle, inspiring and uplifting read.

I was given this book from the author via netgalley only for the pleasure of reading and leaving an honest review should I choose to.

This is a lovely book combining mindfulness and gardening. Best read when you have a lot of time on your hands.

A beautiful book! As a keen gardener and a meditation enthusiast, when I saw this book, I was really excited when I came across it. And it delivers in spades!
The author blends gardening with different mindfulness exercises. There is a different section for each season, which provides recommendations on both gardening by season as well as mindfulness exercises while carrying out a gardening task. .

A must read for anyone who likes gardening and is looking to incorporate mindfulness into it.

This was probably my favorite of the “mindfulness in” series. I really loved the language the author used, the exercises were really easy to follow and the structure of the book was really nice.

I liked this tome on Mindfulness in Gardening more than the one on Mindfulness in Drawing that I read previously, if only because it helped me feel a connection to the universe in a deeper way. They are both good reads, and I look forward to reading some of the other books in the Mindfulness series.

I received an electronic copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This book is a wonderful resource for those who are trying to practice more mindfulness in every aspect of their life. As a new gardener, I often find myself overwhelmed with the upkeep of my garden. This book has some lovely exercises to practice mindfulness while taking care of my plants. I will definitely be adding these exercises to my daily routine of mindfulness.

It's a good book as talks about gardening and meditation. Useful and easy to follow.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Unfortunately, NetGalley sent me the wrong book to review. I was sent Mindfullness in Drawing, not Mindfullness in Gardening. If they could correct the mistake and send me the correct book, I would love to read it and leave a review.

Redwood, a knowledgeable gardener, guides readers through the seasons with practical tasks and wise advice.
Redwood encourages readers to view gardening as a mental and spiritual practise. This book is useful for mindful gardeners because of the author's love of nature and years of expertise.

The book's focus on mindfulness and gardening is unique. Redwood shows how gardening and nature may lead to tranquilly and self-discovery. His poetry and language make his lessons accessible to all readers.

"Mindfulness in Gardening" is vital for thoughtful gardeners. This book inspires mindful and joyful gardening for beginners and experts alike. This book explores the deep relationship between gardening, nature, and personal well-being with beautiful writing, professional advice, and practical tasks.

In conclusion, "Mindfulness in Gardening: Meditations on Growing & Nature" is a treasure mine of insight and practical counsel. Ark Redwood's enthusiasm for mindfulness and gardening makes this book a must-read for anybody looking to connect with nature and explore the transformational potential of mindful gardening.


4/5 Stars from me.

***A big thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.***

I’ve happily discovered that mindfulness often comes with the repetition of certain activities (I’ve found it very often when hand washing dishes), with that in mind, I grabbed this and I really appreciated a lot of what I read here.

Arranged and presented seasonally with gardening tips as well as mindful exercises, I found this to be a worthwhile guide.

I have a tendency, at times, to buzz around and need to stop to breathe. That is what I hoped would happen when reading this title and, yes, it did.

The author shares some of the insights that can be gained from the gardening profession and how this work connects with mindfulness. Redwood acknowledges the influence of the well known Thich Nhat Hanh who has had a deep influence on those practicing mindfulness. There are quotes from Hanh in the text.

The book is organized by seasons, beginning with spring. Readers first spend time with the snowdrop and then learn about a mindfulness activity that can be done while pruning. The book goes on to offer gardening tips and ways to practice mindfulness in this setting.

I am not lucky enough to have a garden but I visit a botanical garden regularly. I will try to take some of these practices and insights with me when I next walk there. After reading this book, I also know that I would like to visit Chalice Well Gardens near Glastonbury Tor, a peace garden, where the author is employed.

This book offers a chance to step back, breathe and contemplate. It is part of what i think will be an excellent series.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for this title. All opinions are my own.