Plants play an important role in many people’s lives. They are associated with memories, joy, and meaningful activity, and they express people’s love of nature. Based on research, this horticultural therapy handbook has been developed to use these positive associations with plants in creative work with the elderly.

The authors provide guidance on how to grow plants together and tend them, how to turn plants into experiences, and how they can be an outlet for creativity. Clear information is provided on materials and tools, and outlines the theoretical and therapeutic foundations of horticultural therapy. With practical examples, the authors show how plants can be integrated into day-to-day nursing care and into work with residents and their relatives.

Target Group: Nurses, geriatric nurses, activity and enrichment specialists, occupational therapists