ABSTRACT
Awareness of the links between gardens and well-being is nothing new: a heavenly garden, intimately associated with the ideal landscape, is found in numerous ancient cultures and religions. This chapter situates the health and well-being benefits of horticultural arts and display within the growing field of social and therapeutic horticulture (STH). The chapter outlines the key evidence and theories behind STH and explains how anyone can get started in STH or gardening. And you won’t even need a garden!
