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Paths and Steps
Paths and Steps
Russell Combs DesignRussell Combs Design
Inspiration for a large rustic sloped formal fully shaded garden for spring in Richmond with a garden path and gravel.
Terraced and Tiered Landscape Ideas, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Terraced and Tiered Landscape Ideas, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
Sheldon LandscapeSheldon Landscape
Request Free QuoteHillside sloping backyard garden design in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin with tiered steps and planters beds in stone and pavers with annuals and perennials.
Pool Landscape | St. Louis, MO
Pool Landscape | St. Louis, MO
Frisella Landscape GroupFrisella Landscape Group
This is an example of a large traditional sloped formal partial sun garden for summer in St Louis with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Landscape Lighting
Landscape Lighting
Newport Ave LandscapingNewport Ave Landscaping
Lighting up cascades within the water feature. FX Luminaire fixtures and a zone dimming Luxor transformer were used.
This is an example of a large classic sloped garden in Other with a fire feature and brick paving.
Resort Living
Resort Living
Mierop Design, FAPLDMierop Design, FAPLD
Beautifully crafted dry laid stone walls, steps and piers frame colorful, romantic plantings and travertine patio. Lisa Mierop
Medium sized traditional sloped full sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and concrete paving.
Salem Custom Natural Thin Stone Veneer Retaining Wall
Salem Custom Natural Thin Stone Veneer Retaining Wall
Quarry MillQuarry Mill
Interested in making your home one of a kind? This project is made with custom Salem natural thin veneer from the Quarry Mill.
Photo of a classic sloped garden in Other with a retaining wall.
Steps & Pathways
Steps & Pathways
Verne Pershing, The Art of GardeningVerne Pershing, The Art of Gardening
Design ideas for a rustic sloped garden in Sacramento.
Elevated Sky Garden Walk
Elevated Sky Garden Walk
Rosemarie Allaire Lighting DesignRosemarie Allaire Lighting Design
Steve Lerum
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary sloped formal full sun garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and decking.
TifGrand(R) Bermuda
TifGrand(R) Bermuda
Super-SodSuper-Sod
Photo of this expansive TifGrand Bermuda lawn was taken by Harold Riddle of Redshed Creative.
Photo of an expansive rustic sloped full sun garden for summer in Atlanta with a retaining wall and brick paving.
Garten in Würzburg
Garten in Würzburg
Droll & LauensteinDroll & Lauenstein
Martin Staffler, Gartenfotografie
Photo of a large classic sloped formal full sun garden in Nuremberg with a garden path and gravel.
Going Native in Bel Air
Going Native in Bel Air
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
A wild, native spirit radiates out from within the structured lines and angles of the hardscape - softened by a lush and biodiverse selection of California native plants in a velvety palette of soft silvery grays, greens, and purples with the occasional pop of yellow and orange. Newly planted native Engelmann Oak and feathery Caesalpinia Sierra Sun trees are grounded by weighty golden boulders. White Cloud muhly grass whispers to the ceanothus and flannel bush, while verbena ‘De la Mina’ nestles amongst the buckwheat and artemisia, perfumed by the earthy smell of the endemic ‘Aroma’ Sage. Birds, butterflies, and other pollinators have found their way to this sumptuous wildlife habitat that we’ve created, and their presence brings a delightful song and serenity to the garden.
Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California
Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design
Specially designed backyard with retaining walls
Specially designed backyard with retaining walls
Hedahl Landscape Deck & PatioHedahl Landscape Deck & Patio
Permeable paver patio installed over septic drainline to provide breathability. Raised garden beds built into wall allow access from above and below.
Block Retaining Walls
Block Retaining Walls
Adelaide Retaining WallsAdelaide Retaining Walls
Newly constructed block style retaining wall. Blocks used were Boral Heathstone with bullnose capping
Photo of a medium sized modern sloped garden in Adelaide with a retaining wall.
Golden Square Mile Mansion - Montreal
Golden Square Mile Mansion - Montreal
David Giral PhotographyDavid Giral Photography
All rights Reserved - David Giral 2013
Inspiration for a traditional sloped garden steps in Montreal with natural stone paving.
New Brighton Backyard
New Brighton Backyard
Arvold Landscaping & Design inc.Arvold Landscaping & Design inc.
Backyard stairs and pathway. built with Dresser trap boulders and reclaimed granite curbing used as stairs.
This is an example of a large rustic sloped partial sun garden for summer in Minneapolis with a retaining wall.
Hillside Facelift
Hillside Facelift
J.R. Thomas Landscaping, Inc.J.R. Thomas Landscaping, Inc.
A hillside that needed a facelift, from staircase to planting to lighting
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic sloped formal partial sun garden for summer in Cincinnati with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Lewis Stream
Lewis Stream
PorterBrook IIPorterBrook II
The finished product.
Inspiration for a medium sized sloped garden in DC Metro with a water feature.
Landscape stairs leading to the Outdoor Room
Landscape stairs leading to the Outdoor Room
Kor ArchitectsKor Architects
Photo of a contemporary sloped garden in Seattle.
Garten am Hang
Garten am Hang
STADT LAND FANCKSTADT LAND FANCK
Sloped private full sun garden in Other with natural stone paving.

Black Sloped 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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