Some important considerations when creating a senior-friendly garden include ensuring easy access and navigation, incorporating comfortable seating, choosing low-maintenance plants, and providing shade and sun protection.

Easy access and navigation can be incorporated into a senior-friendly garden by creating wide, level pathways that are easy to walk on and avoid tripping hazards. Adding handrails or other support structures can also be helpful.

Low-maintenance plants that require minimal watering and pruning are ideal for a senior-friendly garden. Native plants that thrive in the local climate and soil conditions are also a good choice. Additionally, plants that provide sensory stimulation, such as those with fragrant or textured leaves, can be enjoyable for seniors.

Comfortable seating can be incorporated into a senior-friendly garden by choosing chairs or benches with armrests and backs for support. Adding cushions or pillows can also make seating more comfortable. Placing seating in shaded areas can help protect seniors from the sun.

Ways to provide shade and sun protection in a senior-friendly garden include adding umbrellas or awnings to seating areas, planting shade trees or shrubs, and incorporating pergolas or trellises covered in vines or other shade-providing plants. Additionally, providing sunscreen and hats can help protect seniors from the sun’s harmful rays.