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Medium Sized Garden Ideas and Designs

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Woodland shade border, Lexington MA
Woodland shade border, Lexington MA
Cultivar, Inc.Cultivar, Inc.
L. McGrath
This is an example of a medium sized classic sloped fully shaded garden for spring in Boston.
Hillside with rugged stone path: spring
Hillside with rugged stone path: spring
Cultivar, Inc.Cultivar, Inc.
Chartreuse sedum, red azaleas and purple globe allium add pops of color in early spring.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front partial sun garden for spring in Boston with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Spring Bulb Designs
Spring Bulb Designs
The Garden Concierge, Inc.The Garden Concierge, Inc.
The Garden Concierge. Inc.
Photo of a medium sized classic front full sun garden in Boston with natural stone paving.
Spring Bulb Designs
Spring Bulb Designs
The Garden Concierge, Inc.The Garden Concierge, Inc.
The Garden Concierge, Inc.
Medium sized traditional front full sun garden in Boston with natural stone paving.
Modern Landscape
Modern Landscape
This is an example of a medium sized modern front full sun garden for summer in Toronto with a garden path and concrete paving.
Asian Garden, Kensington
Asian Garden, Kensington
Bethesda Garden Design llcBethesda Garden Design llc
This garden is a favorite of the homeowner's toddler son. He loves to cross over the bridge, inspect the river rocks, and run up and down the stone path. Of course, the stone turtle captures his fancy, too. Sometimes outdoor play-sets are the last things kids like to use.
Mid-Century Vibe Bluestone Walk - Bayside
Mid-Century Vibe Bluestone Walk - Bayside
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Linear plantings of Salvia nemerosa 'Wesuwe' and Molinia arundinacea 'Skyracer' mimic the bluestone walk. Westhauser Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with natural stone paving and a garden path.
Family Garden
Family Garden
Green Tree Garden Design LtdGreen Tree Garden Design Ltd
Our client’s garden was tired and neglected, full of children’s play equipment and a small area of block paving. They were keen to create a garden that provided interesting and varied play opportunities for their two children, whilst still retaining areas that could be enjoyed by the adults. We removed the old garage, and the unattractive conifer hedge in the top corner of the garden. An area has been created for their son to kick his football, and this is framed by various climbing structures that in turn surround the trampoline area. Monkey bars double as a pergola, and in time planting will soften their appearance. A small seating area has been created to capture the evening sun, whilst a generous patio has been built outside the kitchen. This is edged with chunky raised beds, planted with colourful and long-flowering perennials that will attract bees and butterflies throughout the summer. Some of the beds have been set aside for growing vegetables, and my client reports that they have enjoyed a healthy crop of tomatoes and salad leaves this summer! New trees have been planted to provide screening, colour and berries for the birds.
Raised Bed Vegetable Gardens
Raised Bed Vegetable Gardens
UserUser
Raised cedar beds along the Sakonnet River, surrounded by in-ground planting beds, enclosed by a perennial border. A blueberry hedge buffers coastal breezes, while a gravel sitting area offers water views from within the garden. Jeremy Brodeur
Dedham Residence
Dedham Residence
a Blade of Grassa Blade of Grass
View from the bluestone patio, down the brick walk, to side entrance.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic courtyard formal full sun garden in Boston with natural stone paving.
Circular Garden
Circular Garden
Green Tree Garden Design LtdGreen Tree Garden Design Ltd
Our client’s garden was bereft of any interest, other than a large shed at the end of the garden, and a small patio outside the house. An unattractive stand of conifers dominated one side of the garden, and overpowered the space. These two areas were linked using a bold design of interlinking circles, with a cobbled path snaking its’ way down the garden to create a feeling of greater width and depth. A dry stone wall sets off the patio, and frames the entrance into the main part of the garden. A feature pot is set on a plinth at the bottom end of the garden, where it is visible from the house. The planting is colourful and interesting, with box balls used to reinforce the circular theme. The conifers have been removed and replaced with attractive ornamental trees that will provide more year round interest
Culver City Garden Oasis
Culver City Garden Oasis
BE Landscape DesignBE Landscape Design
Allen Haren
This is an example of a medium sized classic back formal partial sun garden seating in Los Angeles with a vegetable patch and gravel.
Palo Alto Contemporary Retreat
Palo Alto Contemporary Retreat
Boxleaf Design, Inc.Boxleaf Design, Inc.
Meg Messina Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back partial sun garden in San Francisco with concrete paving.
Palo Alto Contemporary Retreat
Palo Alto Contemporary Retreat
Boxleaf Design, Inc.Boxleaf Design, Inc.
Meg Messina Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back full sun garden in San Francisco with concrete paving and a potted garden.
Eclectic Backyard Garden
Eclectic Backyard Garden
Garden Gate LandscapingGarden Gate Landscaping
A complete and eclectic rear garden renovation with a creative blend of formal and natural elements. Formal lawn panel and rose garden, craftsman style wood deck and trellis, homages to Goldsworthy and Stonehenge with large boulders and a large stone cairn, several water features, a Japanese Torii gate, rock walls and steps, vegetables and herbs in containers and a new parking area paved with permeable pavers that feed an underground storage area that in turns irrigates the garden. All this blends into a diverse but cohesive garden. Designed by Charles W Bowers, Built by Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc. © Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc./Charles W. Bowers
Mid Century Modern front
Mid Century Modern front
Cool Designs for LandscapesCool Designs for Landscapes
Clean lined design to complement the midcentury modern home in Orange County. Minimal plantings with cactus and succulents creates drama.
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury front xeriscape full sun garden in Orange County.
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back garden in Chicago with a water feature and decomposed granite.
Unique Modern Water Feature & Garden Light Design
Unique Modern Water Feature & Garden Light Design
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Photography by Studio H Landscape Architecture. Post processing by Isabella Li.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary xeriscape partial sun garden in Orange County with a water feature and gravel.
Suburban Boston
Suburban Boston
The Garden Concierge, Inc.The Garden Concierge, Inc.
The Garden Concierge, Inc.
Medium sized classic back full sun garden in Boston with natural stone paving.
Residential Overview
Residential Overview
Thornton LandscapeThornton Landscape
Side yard - greenery and custom walk path.
Photo of a medium sized modern garden in Cincinnati.

Medium Sized 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.
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