A Quieter Side of Seoul
Discover the stories and meanings behind 25 plants, each offering a different perspective on life, emotions, and the beauty of growing through them.
A collection of botanical symbolism and meaningful quotes for reflection, comfort, and inspiration.
Inside the Book
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An introduction to the ideas, landscapes and traditions that shape Korean gardens.
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Discover ten plants closely connected to Korea’s landscapes, seasons and cultural symbolism.
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See architectural details, planting, materials and seasonal moments through additional photography.
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Find opening hours, admission details, addresses and helpful notes for planning each visit.
Twenty-two Gardens,
One Living Landscape
From Our Readers
“A beautifully considered guide that captures not only the gardens themselves, but the atmosphere and ideas behind them.”
— Landscape Designer, London“It introduced me to places I had never heard of, even after several visits to Seoul. The maps and visitor information are especially useful.”
— Garden Enthusiast, UK“The photography makes you want to slow down, turn every page and explore a quieter side of Seoul for yourself.”
— Travel & Culture Reader
Plants, Stories and Words to Carry with You
Discover the meanings carried by 25 plants through their botanical identities, symbolic associations, cultural stories and reflective quotations.
Organised into four chapters—Love & Beauty, Hope & Renewal, Peace & Healing, and Strength & Endurance—the book explores how plants have come to represent some of life’s most deeply felt emotions and experiences.
Combining botanical knowledge with storytelling and quiet reflection, The Healing Garden invites readers to pause, reconnect with nature and discover the meaning held within each plant.
Inside the Book
25 carefully selected plants
85 thoughtfully designed pages
Botanical names and flowering seasons
Symbolic meanings and cultural associations
Stories and traditions from around the world
Reflective quotations for every plant
Four chapters exploring distinct emotional themes
An interactive contents page and plant index
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Digital download (PDF) · 85 pages · English
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