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West Winds Nursery LLCThis generously sized patio is framed with large planters constructed with concrete masonry units and capped with rock edged Pennsylvania bluestone. These planters are a perfect spot for the owner to grow herbs, vegetables and flowers. The planters make for an easy to grow, maintain and harvest kitchen herb garden. The plants love the abundant sunshine found near the patio.
The planter height was designed to allow them to also be used as seating during outdoor gatherings.
VIKING FENCE CODesign ideas for a medium sized traditional back full sun garden for spring in Austin with a retaining wall.
Inside OutPhoto of a medium sized modern back xeriscape garden in Orange County with a retaining wall.
LA-Decks Backyard and Pool RemodelingRedwood deck with grey stain on hill with glass railing and redwood posts.
This is an example of a large contemporary back full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with an outdoor sport court, a retaining wall and decking.
This is an example of a large contemporary back full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with an outdoor sport court, a retaining wall and decking.
Painted Fern Garden DesignThe existing garden had an ideal seating area in the back left corner to catch the evening sun. Unfortunately, it wasn’t particularly welcoming as it was overgrown with ivy and under an overhanging conifer. This coupled with an area of slippery, rotten decking was not a space the clients wanted to spend lots of time in.
They were looking to create a naturalistic garden to sit in, whilst sharing the space with any wildlife we could encourage in. In order to future-proof the garden, changes in level needed to be kept to a minimum. Having a pet cat, careful consideration needed to be given to the choice of plants, to be both beneficial to wildlife, and wherever possible, non-toxic to cats.
At the heart of the new garden sits a pond, with water one of the best ways of encouraging wildlife in. The turf was planted with pockets of early flowering Camassia and Fritillaria bulbs and allowed to grow long until the foliage had died right back, and over time hopefully encouraging in further species to create meadow strips.
The plant selection included Buddleja, Geranium, Nepeta, Rosemary, Sedum and Thyme, which offered something for butterflies, honeybees, hoverflies, bee-flies and long-tongued bees. A small tree, Malus ‘Admiration’ was selected for its ability to attract bees, beneficial insects and butterflies with its nectar and pollen rich flowers whilst providing a food source for birds and caterpillars. A Salix gracilistyla ‘Mount Aso’ was positioned next to the pond, and along with Hellebores, these provided a welcome early source of food for queen bumblebees and solitary mining bees.
Two seating areas were built. One was integrated into a dry-stone wall built using Purbeck stone, which in time, would create a home for various inhabitants. The second was a bug hotel. Attention was also given to hedgehogs by creating a series of hedgehog holes between the neighbouring four gardens and a hedgehog home.
A combination of autumn brown sandstone for the two patio areas was teamed with matching square setts to create a sweeping curved path linking the different spaces within the garden. The timber used for both benches and the pergola was Western Red Cedar which was allowed to silver over time. A hand thrown Cretan urn was displayed in a feature area viewed from both the house and the seating areas.
Blue Bear Landscape ConstructionComplete back yard renovation. New features include recycled concrete slab retaining wall, custom privacy screen, two porcelain slab patios, fire pit, artificial turf lawn and planting.
Cambium Inc.The very effective planting design embraces color, and more importantly, significant textural differences of the plant materials.
This is an example of a small contemporary back garden in Seattle with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
This is an example of a small contemporary back garden in Seattle with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Landscape Management GroupLarge contemporary back full sun garden in Columbus with a retaining wall and concrete paving.
McKay Landscape LightingTake a tour of the lake house landscape lighting design at this gorgeous property in Valley, Nebraska. It increases nighttime security, enhances the architectural features, and creates the perfect ambiance for long, leisurely evenings spent enjoying the lake.
Learn more about the lighting design: www.mckaylighting.com/blog/lake-house-landscape-lighting-design
Go to the photo gallery: www.mckaylighting.com/modern-farmhouse
LandscapiaPhotos by Cameron Botfield
Using porcelain paving, rendered walls, artificial grass and cedar screening we have transformed this unusable garden to create a beautiful space for the whole family to enjoy. Using the very best materials that offer long guarantees, this garden will be extremely easy to look after and will remain looking great for years to come.
Southview DesignOverlooking scenic lake Minnetonka, this multi-level patio seamlessly blends into the hill and creates multiple level spaces for enjoying life outside.
Studio 30 ArchitectsA contemporary rear extension and renovation to revitalise the living accommodation of a mid-terraced Victorian dwelling within the Calabria Road Conservation Area.
This handsome house in Highbury suffered from its traditionally enclosed layout. The works extended and opened the house to the rear, creating a light, expansive kitchen / dining area with direct connection to the newly upgraded garden.
Regenesis Ecological DesignPhoto of a large traditional back full sun garden in Other with a retaining wall and gravel.
Grey Leaf Design, Inc.This natural stone retaining wall complements the natural stone used around the exterior of the home. This quiet space offers a great private nook for some meditation or reflection.
Pearson Landscape ServicesLarge modern back xeriscape fully shaded garden for spring in Austin with a retaining wall and gravel.
DC Design LLCLarge ledge stones create a retaining wall on the side of the swimming pool. Plantings soften the stone and concrete by providing texture and color.
Design ideas for a large modern back xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Detroit with natural stone paving and a retaining wall.
Design ideas for a large modern back xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Detroit with natural stone paving and a retaining wall.
Earth Essence DesignsPhoto of a medium sized classic back partial sun garden in DC Metro with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Landcore Landscape Construction and Design, LLCLarge traditional back partial sun garden in Other with a retaining wall.
LandZen Landscape Design & ConstructionPhoto of a medium sized beach style back formal partial sun garden for summer in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete paving.
VIKING FENCE COThis is an example of a medium sized classic back full sun garden for spring in Austin with a retaining wall.
Back Garden with a Retaining Wall Ideas and Designs
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