My son loves to play in the dirt and loves the water (even the rain!), so I know he loves nature. We've never taken him to a garden or orchard, but I bet he'd love that too. I know I would!

My son loves nature. He says the ocean waves calm him. A friend of mine has invited us a couple of times this summer to pick blueberries and raspberries in her garden. Last weekend we dug up potatoes, my son didn't like touching the dirt, but he pulled the plants up for us. Also, a couple of weekends ago we attended an event where we learned about herbs and their uses. My son loved each one of these experiences.

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https://www.autismspecialtygroup.com/blog/garde...

Gardening offers powerful physical, sensory, and emotional benefits for autistic individuals. The predictable routines of nature, hands-on sensory engagement, and structured tasks help reduce anxiety, build motor skills, and provide a calming outlet.Benefits of GardeningSensory Regulation: Safe, controlled exposure to textures like soil and smooth leaves helps process sensory input.Predictable Routine: Seasonal plant life cycles offer a comforting, reliable rhythm.Motor Skills: Digging, weeding, and planting build fine and gross motor coordination.Low-Pressure Socializing: Shared garden tasks make communication easier without direct eye contact pressure.Creating an Autism-Friendly SpaceScent and Touch: Include calming herbs like lavender, mint, or rosemary, and soft plants like lamb's ear.Clear Boundaries: Use distinct paths and organized raised beds to make the area feel safe and structured.Quiet Zones: Add a peaceful seating spot to retreat to if sensory overload occurs.

Gardening with Autism: How Keeping a Garden Benefits Children with ASD — Autism Specialty Group

https://www.autismspecialtygroup.com/blog/gardening-with-autism-how-keeping-a-garden-benefits-children-with-asd

I don't have a garden, but i do have plants at my condo. Sometimes i get my kid to water them he does make a mess but it's just water 😅 I do love nature it makes me calm, but my kid only likes splash pads in playgrounds/parks 😊

My son used to help with the garden created by his autism preschool but has not done anything like it since. He does like being outdoors with a gentle wind.