The base
Sand and stone
Layered sand and fine gravel with smooth stones set on top, the calm foundation every Zen Garden starts from.
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Build a Zen Garden in Dayton
Our signature calm in a dish. Layered sand, smooth stones, and a few small plants, arranged into something grounding and simple. Build one at the studio or take one home.
What it is
A little stillness on the shelf
A Zen Garden is our take on the classic sand and stone garden, softened with living plants. Sand and fine gravel get layered into a shallow dish, then stones, air plants, and small greenery are set in place for a look that feels calm the moment you see it.
Each one is arranged by hand, so no two look quite the same. It is the piece people reach for when they want something quiet and grounding rather than lush and leafy.
- Layered sand and fine gravel base
- Smooth stones and natural accents
- Air plants or small greenery
- Set in a shallow, open dish
What is included
Everything that goes in the dish
A featured, pre-priced option so you know what you are getting before you start.
The green
Plants and accents
A few air plants or small greenery, plus natural accents, chosen to sit lightly in the sand.
The finishing touches
Make it yours
Add crystals, small figures, or other extras from the wall to give your garden a bit of personality.
Who it is for
A calm gift, or a calm desk
Zen Gardens make an easy gift for the person who could use a little quiet, and they hold up well on a desk, a windowsill, or a bedside table. There is no watering schedule to keep up with and nothing to fuss over.
They are a good pick for a low key visit to the studio too, when you want to make something with your hands without a lot of steps.
- Gifts for a housewarming, a thank you, or just because
- A grounding piece for a desk or workspace
- A calm, low fuss build for first timers
- Simple to keep, easy to enjoy
How to get one
Two ways to take one home
Build one with us in the studio, or order online and let us do the arranging.
Build it at the studio
Walk in during open hours, pick your dish and materials at the Terrarium Bar, then sit down at a table and build your Zen Garden. We are here to help if you want it.
- 121 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45402
- Open Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm
- Walk-ins welcome at the Terrarium Bar
- Call or text 937-813-7122 with questions
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Order from the online store
Prefer us to build it? Order a Zen Garden through our online store for pickup or shipping. Same materials, arranged by hand, ready when you are.
- Made and arranged in studio
- Pickup at the studio or shipping
- Gift wrapping available on request
- Secure checkout on our online store
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