Kare-sansui landscape plants

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Kare-sansui, also known as Zen rock garden, typically uses plants such as mosses, grasses, and small trees to create a tranquil and naturalistic scenery that emphasizes simplicity and the essence of nature. Mosses like Sphagnum and Japanese pine (Pinus densata) are commonly used due to their ability to thrive in the dry and minimalistic environment of a kare-sansui garden.