Many people view their garden as their sanctuary; a place for self reflection and contemplation. Through the centuries, the earth/garden has been a celebration of life and death. Since the beginning of life with the Garden of Eden, recurring references to the garden as paradise on earth have had a significant influence on our connection to the garden. There is a healing element to the garden, which people find deeply personal. The garden has the ability to evoke the senses of touch, sight, smell, hearing and taste, which connect us more closely to its spirituality.