Gardens for Ghosts

Death unites us all. Gardens help us remember.Every life eventually encounters loss-the passing of loved ones, friends, and, ultimately, ourselves. In Gardens for Ghosts, spiritual and paranormal psychologist Christina Wilke-Burbach, PhD, guides readers into the sacred practice of creating memorial gardens. Blending psychology, folklore, and spiritual insight, Gardens for Ghosts explores how we can honor the dead through intentional planting and thoughtful design.From cemeteries and ancient burial grounds to intimate backyard sanctuaries, you'll discover: - The symbolic language of flowers across cultures and traditions- How to design spaces that foster remembrance, healing, and connection- Rituals, meditations, and practices to deepen your relationship with the departed- Practical tips for cultivating beauty that comforts the living while honoring the deadGardens for Ghosts is an invitation to reimagine loss, weaving memory and meaning into the soil beneath our feet. For mourners, gardeners, and seekers alike, it offers a path toward creating living sanctuaries--gardens that bloom with love long after death.