The camellia flower is frequently found in Japanese gardens. It symbolizes love and longing.
Natural elements of water, stones and plants are featured in Japanese garden design. The gardens are places for relaxation and serenity. Nothing happens by chance in a Japanese garden, every element has a meaning and a purpose.
The tortoise represents longevity. Statues of tortoises are found in Japanese gardens or sometimes a single half submerged rock, signifying the tortoise, is found.
Japanese gardens always feature a water element, either in ponds, streams, cascades or in the case of a dry garden, water is represented by white sand.