A Nurturing Space for Every Journey
We provide thoughtful design, seasonal tidy-ups, and ongoing garden care designed to support wellbeing and connection. Whether we are building a new landscape or restoring an existing one, our work is shaped by the belief that a well-held garden helps us feel more at home in our bodies and minds
Beyond Typical Gardening
The traditional gardening industry often takes a basic, practical approach. At Open Hands Horticulture, we guarantee more. We deliver designs that are intentionally considerate of a person's overall wellbeing
What Do We Offer?
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Clearing & Pruning: Removing the overgrowth to let the light back in.
Seasonal Refresh: Preparing your soil and plants for the Canberra climate.
Structural Definition: Redefining edges and paths to make the space feel safe and navigable again.
Horticultural Care: Expert weeding, mulching, and feeding tailored to your plants’ specific needs.
Seasonal Guidance: Adjusting care routines as the seasons shift in the ACT.
Mindful Presence: Professional, quiet, and respectful care that honors the privacy and calm of your home.
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Horticultural Therapy is the professional practice of using plants and garden-based activities to promote health and wellness. At Open Hands Horticulture, we believe that a garden is more than a landscape—it is a living, breathing tool for rehabilitation and personal growth. By combining our knowledge of developmental psychology with horticultural expertise, we help you engage with nature in a way that is structured, safe, and deeply rewarding.
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Personalised products and gardens designed for your specific physical, cognitive, and emotional needs
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Interactive sessions where you learn how to interact with the therapeutic elements of your garden to reap the most rewarding outcomes
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Our ‘Easy Reach Gardens’ are gardens beds are custom made to be accessible for children and individuals that require to be seated whilst interacting with their gardening . We use recycled timber pallets and collaborate with clientele to ensure that each individual bed is tailored to suit all abilities. No matter how big or small.
Bridging the Gap with
Nature-Based Interventions
We bring the latest international research into the Canberra backyard to provide designs that are not just beautiful, but medically and emotionally restorative.
Scientifically Backed
We utilize global research from Europe and Asia to stand out in an industry that often excludes those who would benefit most from Nature-Based Interventions (NBI)
Holistic Wellness
Our practice is grounded in evidence that nature immersion can significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Life Satisfaction
Studies show that therapeutic horticulture can produce rises in life satisfaction and happiness greater than many major positive life events.
Developmental Support
We use NBI to support improvements in sensory, social, and behavioural functioning for all individuals.
Meet the Founder
Open Hands Horticulture is guided by a horticultural designer and mother whose background in the childhood sector and developmental psychology brings a thoughtful, empathetic lens to every project.
A recipient of the 2019 Children’s Innovation Award for the creation of ‘Tea Gardens,’ the founder is dedicated to ensuring that the healing power of nature is inclusive, accessible, and within reach for the entire Canberra community
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