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Budget Rustic Garden Ideas and Designs

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Permeable Pathways
Arroyo Seco ConstructionArroyo Seco Construction
Photo of a medium sized rustic back xeriscape full sun garden for winter in Santa Barbara with a garden path and gravel.
New Build Evergreen Mountain House in Colorado
New Build Evergreen Mountain House in Colorado
mmlamb1209mmlamb1209
Cedar window box
Medium sized rustic front full sun garden for summer in Denver with a potted garden.
Rustic Landscape
Rustic Landscape
Nature's ExpressionsNature's Expressions
This was the first phase of the project, landscaping and stone walkway to the front door.
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic front formal fully shaded garden in Other with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Pathways
Pathways
Mystic Water GardensMystic Water Gardens
Decomposed Granite Pathway
Medium sized rustic back fully shaded pergola in Los Angeles.
Chesterton, Indiana shaded landscape garden
Chesterton, Indiana shaded landscape garden
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
Add a little Mazus to your walkway to create a colorful path.
Small rustic back fully shaded garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Mike's Hammock
Mike's Hammock
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
I built this on my property for my aging father who has some health issues. Handicap accessibility was a factor in design. His dream has always been to try retire to a cabin in the woods. This is what he got. It is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath with a great room. It is 600 sqft of AC space. The footprint is 40' x 26' overall. The site was the former home of our pig pen. I only had to take 1 tree to make this work and I planted 3 in its place. The axis is set from root ball to root ball. The rear center is aligned with mean sunset and is visible across a wetland. The goal was to make the home feel like it was floating in the palms. The geometry had to simple and I didn't want it feeling heavy on the land so I cantilevered the structure beyond exposed foundation walls. My barn is nearby and it features old 1950's "S" corrugated metal panel walls. I used the same panel profile for my siding. I ran it vertical to match the barn, but also to balance the length of the structure and stretch the high point into the canopy, visually. The wood is all Southern Yellow Pine. This material came from clearing at the Babcock Ranch Development site. I ran it through the structure, end to end and horizontally, to create a seamless feel and to stretch the space. It worked. It feels MUCH bigger than it is. I milled the material to specific sizes in specific areas to create precise alignments. Floor starters align with base. Wall tops adjoin ceiling starters to create the illusion of a seamless board. All light fixtures, HVAC supports, cabinets, switches, outlets, are set specifically to wood joints. The front and rear porch wood has three different milling profiles so the hypotenuse on the ceilings, align with the walls, and yield an aligned deck board below. Yes, I over did it. It is spectacular in its detailing. That's the benefit of small spaces. Concrete counters and IKEA cabinets round out the conversation. For those who cannot live tiny, I offer the Tiny-ish House. Photos by Ryan Gamma Staging by iStage Homes Design Assistance Jimmy Thornton
Woodland Residence
Woodland Residence
Lightscape, Inc.Lightscape, Inc.
Inspiration for a large rustic partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with gravel.
Fire Elements
Fire Elements
Aspen Falls Landscape & ConstructionAspen Falls Landscape & Construction
Rustic fire element. Who's ready for some s'mores?
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back full sun garden in Denver with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Ev's Firepit
Ev's Firepit
Mugford MasonryMugford Masonry
The twin brother wanted a firepit so I obliged.
Small rustic back full sun garden for autumn in Boston with a fire feature and decorative stones.
high desert residential
high desert residential
DAPPLED EARTH– designs to nurture life!DAPPLED EARTH– designs to nurture life!
This is truly a native central Oregon landscape. The home owner did not want to water any more that absolutely necessary. Here you can see a mix of colorful perennials that will bloom all summer.
Stone Walkway - Greensburg, PA
Stone Walkway - Greensburg, PA
Cedar Creek DesignCedar Creek Design
Design ideas for a small rustic front partial sun garden for summer in Other with a garden path and natural stone paving.
family firepit
family firepit
Deborah Vanderzel DesignsDeborah Vanderzel Designs
Deborah Vanderzel Designs
Photo of a medium sized rustic back xeriscape fully shaded garden in San Diego with a fire feature and gravel.
Potted Arrangements
Potted Arrangements
SuperscapesSuperscapes
Rustic front full sun garden for summer in Other with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Kew Colour Garden
Kew Colour Garden
Petersham Plantsman (The Garden Creator Ltd)Petersham Plantsman (The Garden Creator Ltd)
A colourful herbaceous garden in full sun on sandy soil in Kew. A project originally designed, built and planted then maintained over 8 years.
Medium sized rustic back xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Surrey with a flowerbed and natural stone paving.
A River Runs Through It
A River Runs Through It
GardenscapesGardenscapes
Horizon Photoworks
Photo of a medium sized rustic back xeriscape full sun garden in Calgary with gravel.
Cottage Garden Raised Garden Beds
Cottage Garden Raised Garden Beds
UserUser
Recycled Railway Sleepers provide a raised garden edge and ready lawn laid to provide an instant finish
Inspiration for a small rustic side garden in Other.
Succulent Garden for Small Spaces
Succulent Garden for Small Spaces
A BA B
Robert Davis, Laguna Beach Secrets Photography
Small rustic side partial sun garden for spring in Orange County with a potted garden.
Stone steps built to last.
Stone steps built to last.
LandformsLandforms
We use natural stone for our steps whenever we can. Some of the most common types are limestone, granite, and sandstone. They stand up to the elements and do not move or come apart like a manufactured step that is glued. All of our steps are guillotine cut. This gives them a nice clean natural finish. Perfect for navigating hillsides.
My Houzz: A Sanctuary With Bohemian Flair in the Pacific Northwest
My Houzz: A Sanctuary With Bohemian Flair in the Pacific Northwest
Ellie Lillstrom PhotographyEllie Lillstrom Photography
Photo: A Darling Felicity Photography © 2015 Houzz
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back garden for summer in Seattle with a potted garden and decking.
Landscape Projects
Landscape Projects
Brickworks Landscaping LTDBrickworks Landscaping LTD
Inspiration for a small rustic back partial sun garden for summer in Edmonton with natural stone paving.

Budget Rustic Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic front garden design.

How should I design my rustic 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 rustic 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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