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Whiltshire Manor House Guest Rooms
Whiltshire Manor House Guest Rooms
Steven Dance PhotographySteven Dance Photography
17th Century Whilshire Manor House garden. Phototgraphy by www.stevendance.com
Inspiration for a country garden in Dorset.
Keyes Road
Keyes Road
Charles Tashima ArchitectureCharles Tashima Architecture
Traditional garden in London.
Ashtead
Ashtead
David Simpson GardensDavid Simpson Gardens
Contemporary garden fence in Other.
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Saffron Tower
Saffron Tower
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Traditional full sun garden in Other with a water feature, gravel and a stone fence.
River Garden Hampton Court
River Garden Hampton Court
Sustainable LandscapesSustainable Landscapes
Photo of a traditional garden in London.
Barnes House
Barnes House
David Joseph ConsultingDavid Joseph Consulting
Contemporary garden fence in London.
Barn Conversion and Extension - Image by Carole Drake - www.caroledrake.com
Barn Conversion and Extension - Image by Carole Drake - www.caroledrake.com
wray-mccann architect limitedwray-mccann architect limited
This is an example of a farmhouse pergola in Devon.
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A dream barn-style home to downsize to in a New Forest village
A dream barn-style home to downsize to in a New Forest village
OakwrightsOakwrights
This is an example of a rural garden in Hampshire.
Camberwell
Camberwell
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
Inspiration for an eclectic garden fence in London.
Oaks Farm Cottage
Oaks Farm Cottage
Stephane Lustig Garden DesignStephane Lustig Garden Design
Farmhouse garden seating in Other.
Dorset Courtyard Garden
Dorset Courtyard Garden
Fi Boyle Garden DesignFi Boyle Garden Design
Upper rear terrace is framed by a low stone wall. Borders set into the paving soften the hard landscaping.
Small classic side garden in Dorset.
Pip's Place - a large country garden in Buckinghamshire
Pip's Place - a large country garden in Buckinghamshire
Joanne Alderson DesignJoanne Alderson Design
A beautiful courtyard leading from this Georgian style house with huge copper planters & a stone surround pool. All British stone
Inspiration for an expansive classic courtyard full sun raised pond for summer in Oxfordshire with natural stone paving.
Victorian Town House
Victorian Town House
Oliver Steer Interior DesignOliver Steer Interior Design
Inspiration for a contemporary garden fence in Other.
External - Daytime
External - Daytime
Peter Mukherjee PhotographyPeter Mukherjee Photography
Photographed in the Summer for the owners, this image of historical Chenies Manor features their famous 'sunken garden' in its full glory.
Design ideas for a farmhouse garden in Buckinghamshire.
Painted black timber elevation
Painted black timber elevation
Karen Parry ArchitectKaren Parry Architect
Contemporary full sun garden fence in Glasgow with a wood fence.
The Zen Garden
The Zen Garden
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a large country back pergola in Kent.
Koslowski Residence
Koslowski Residence
Pro Care Horticultural ServicesPro Care Horticultural Services
Inspiration for a medium sized classic back garden in Indianapolis.
Courtyard
Courtyard
Outdoor Creations Landscape & Design Inc.Outdoor Creations Landscape & Design Inc.
Raymond Bray
Photo of a large traditional back partial sun garden for summer in Other with a garden path and natural stone paving.

Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed garden is as important as the emphasis we place on the designs of our interiors. After all, our grounds (however modest) frame our homes and contribute to first impressions not only of our houses, but also of the households within. Options for garden designs can be as elaborate or low maintenance as your lifestyle and preferences permit – consider both your aspirations for how it should look and how much time you can invest in garden maintenance. Consulting a gardener or landscape designer will ensure you have a garden that suits your lifestyle, the local climate and soil conditions. But don’t forget that with Houzz your first stop can be collecting images of garden ideas and designs you love in order to inspire your garden plans and potentially share them with a landscape gardening professional.

How do I come up with a front garden design?

The priority for a front garden is kerb appeal. Begin by considering the area immediately around and leading up to your front door. You may want to opt for front garden designs that blend well with the style of your home – for example, abundant foliage and flowerbeds will perfectly complement a period property, whereas man-made materials, geometric shapes and contrasting textures are great ideas for a contemporary garden design. Even if your front garden is a small space, keep it tidy – if you have more space, make the most of it with garden ideas and features such as a manicured lawn, gravel driveway, water feature or garden fencing. If you don’t have the time or commitment to devote to gardening, then neatly pruned hedges, statement paving, hanging baskets, garden benches and outdoor lighting are all decorative, low maintenance garden ideas for your front garden design.

How should I design my back garden?

Back gardens typically offer more space than front garden designs and serve a more recreational purpose, so it’s important to know how you want to spend time in your garden before you design it in order to build in the features that you will enjoy. If you love relaxing in the garden and dining al fresco, think about patios, decking, garden furniture and BBQs. For the more horticulturally-inclined, incorporate flower beds, greenhouses or vegetable garden designs. Your landscape gardening professional can help you install structures such as sheds, pergolas and gazebos that complement your garden design, and artfully-placed garden ideas such as lawn edging and lighting will add definition to your chosen design.

How do I create a low maintenance garden?

The great news is, gardens aren’t exclusively for the green-fingered. Whether you’re not horticulturally-inclined or simply don’t have the time for a bit of landscape gardening, you can still have a garden design that looks the way you want by making some smart design choices. While many of us favour low maintenance gardens like urban gardens, roof terraces and patio gardens, lovers of greenery don’t need to sacrifice grass for paving slabs. Whatever you want from your garden, there are a variety of gardening solutions that can be built in to make life easier. For example, labour intensive features such as vegetable patches, greenhouses and flower beds can be optimised with an automatic irrigation system. These can be offset with fuss-free garden ideas such as hard landscaping, including gravel, paving or decking, and hard-wearing evergreens that require minimal upkeep. You might even consider replacing your garden fencing with slow growing hedging, which can be maintained less regularly than wooden fence panels. If having a lawn is important, there are different types of grasses in varying degrees of durability and maintenance. You may choose to take a more relaxed approach to your lawn – “wild” garden designs can have great charm if the grasses and flowers are chosen carefully. If you prefer a manicured lawn, it’s a good idea to invest in a “mulching” lawn mower that will recycle clippings and remove the need for cleaning up. Finally, there isn’t a more low maintenance garden lawn than artificial grass which can look highly realistic and keep your garden looking green. Garden ornaments are a great way to add interest to your low maintenance garden design – go for smart garden ideas such as solar garden lights which are both decorative and functional. Find some of the most popular design ideas on Houzz.
Glencoe French Chateau - Formal Pool and Landscape
Glencoe French Chateau - Formal Pool and Landscape
Arrow. Land + StructuresArrow. Land + Structures
Glencoe Residence Landscape. Brick Paver Driveway with Bluestone Motorcourt Border, Radiant Snow Melt Heat System, French Inspired Formal Entrance Landscape, Low Voltage Lighting, and Irrigation. Entire property Constructed by: Arrow. Designed by: Marco Romani, RLA - Landscape Architect.
Raised Bed Vegetable Garden
Raised Bed Vegetable Garden
Casa Smith Designs, LLCCasa Smith Designs, LLC
The star at the center of this veggie garden is the perfect place for the dwarf lemon tree. The six pointed star (just like the Great Seal of the United States) is ideal for the strawberries to cascade over the edges. The star is 6' with 3' clearance around the star so the space is wide enough to comfortably access the veggie beds from all sides. Photo Credit: Mark Pinkerton
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