Horticultural therapy is a form of therapy that utilizes plants, gardens, and nature-related activities to support individuals in achieving therapeutic goals and improving their overall well-being. Horticultural therapy has been shown to have a range of benefits, including reducing stress, improving mood, enhancing cognitive abilities, promoting relaxation, and fostering a sense of connection with the natural world.

This workshop was facilitated by Dr Nicolson Siu, a registered Horticultural Therapist of the Hong Kong Association of Therapeutic Horticulture as well as a lecturer of Division of Social Science, HKUST. Participants were able to utilize their creativity to create and design the herbarium. Participants were also invited to share their design with other participants, they learnt to overcome the difficulties during the process and appreciate their efforts in creating the herbarium.

Herbarium can be kept for six months to a year. Tips on how to nurture and take care of the herbarium were also shared.