Therapeutic Horticulture: What It Is and What It Is Not
A careful introduction to therapeutic horticulture, horticultural therapy, professional boundaries, and the current evidence base.
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Evidence, professional standards, and practical interpretation.
These articles distinguish published evidence and professional guidance from Chris Vetrano's practical recommendations. They are educational and do not provide clinical advice.
From Teaching Garden to University Program
How universities can connect a garden with teaching, participation, and a practical program purpose.
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A nonclinical approach to testing participation, usefulness, garden usability, and organizational feasibility.
Read the articleDesigning Therapeutic Horticulture Programs in Tropical and Warm-Climate Settings
Practical considerations for programs shaped by local climate, culture, plant material, and year-round outdoor conditions.
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