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Country Front Garden Ideas and Designs

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Office Pollinator Garden
Office Pollinator Garden
Ross Land StudioRoss Land Studio
In late fall asters dominate this garden, showing up as billowing clouds of blue.
Design ideas for a small farmhouse front xeriscape garden in Cedar Rapids with a flowerbed.
Compact Country Garden
Compact Country Garden
UserUser
Having completed their new build in a semi-rural subdivision, these clients turned their attention to the garden, painting the fence black, building a generous deck and then becoming stuck for inspiration! On their wishlist were multiple options for seating, an area for a fire- bowl or chiminea, as much lawn as possible, lots of fruit trees and bee-friendly plantings, an area for a garden shed, beehive and vegetable garden, an attractive side yard and increased privacy. A new timber fence was erected at the end of the driveway, with an upcycled wrought iron gate providing access and a tantalising glimpse of the garden beyond. A pebbled area just beyond the gate leads to the deck and as oversize paving stones created from re-cycled bricks can also be used for informal seating or a place for a chiminea or fire bowl. Pleached olives provide screening and backdrop to the garden and the space under them is underplanted to create depth. The garden wraps right around the deck with an informal single herringbone 'gardener's path' of recycled brick allowing easy access for maintenance. The lawn is angled to create a narrowing perspective providing the illusion that it is much longer than it really is. The hedging has been designed to partially obstruct the lawn borders at the narrowest point to enhance this illusion. Near the deck end, the lawn takes a circular shape, edged by recycled bricks to define another area for seating. A pebbled utility area creates space for the garden shed, vegetable boxes and beehive, and paving provides easy dry access from the back door, to the clothesline and utility area. The fence at the rear of the house was painted in Resene Woodsman "Equilibrium" to create a sense of space, particularly important as the bedroom windows look directly onto this fence. Planting throughout the garden made use of low maintenance perennials that are pollinator friendly, with lots of silver and grey foliage and a pink, blue and mauve colour palette. The front lawn was completely planted out with fruit trees and a perennial border of pollinator plants to create street appeal and make the most of every inch of space!
Retaining Wall
Retaining Wall
Mirage LandscapeMirage Landscape
Inspiration for a medium sized farmhouse front xeriscape garden in Orange County with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Le massif des rosiers grimpants et des marguerites
Le massif des rosiers grimpants et des marguerites
Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteurDuval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur
Alexandre Duval
Inspiration for a large farmhouse front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Le Havre with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Carriage house driveway
Carriage house driveway
Zachary Berger Associates, Ltd.Zachary Berger Associates, Ltd.
Grassed driveway edged with granite curbing
Inspiration for a country front driveway garden in Burlington.
Metrowest Farm
Metrowest Farm
Kerry Lewis Landscape ArchitectureKerry Lewis Landscape Architecture
This is an example of a medium sized rural front driveway full sun garden in Boston with gravel.
Ocean View - Stonework and more
Ocean View - Stonework and more
Ted Carter Inspired LandscapesTed Carter Inspired Landscapes
from the driveway side of this house. classic picket fence.
Photo of a large rural front formal partial sun garden for summer in Portland Maine with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Triple S Ranch
Triple S Ranch
Adron Fence CompanyAdron Fence Company
Inspiration for an expansive rural front driveway full sun garden in Miami with gravel.
Westport River Meadow
Westport River Meadow
UserUser
Meadow, two months after planting, in early Summer. The planting is now hitting its stride, with Jacob Cline Bee Balm, Blue Fortune Anise Hyssop and Terra Cotta Yarrow all in full bloom.
Landscape Design for Modern Farmhouse
Landscape Design for Modern Farmhouse
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
Adorned with show-stopping curb appeal, this custom landscape design enhances the beauty of the home’s architecture by adding the perfect balance of trees, shrubs, textures, and plant groupings. The brick walkway is lined with low shrubs between a lush green lawn and vibrant green Pyramidal Boxwoods.
Windsor Farmhouse
Windsor Farmhouse
Geared for Growing Landscape ServicesGeared for Growing Landscape Services
This is an example of an expansive farmhouse front formal full sun garden for summer in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete paving.
Farmhouse Landscape
Farmhouse Landscape
Photo of a medium sized rural front formal full sun garden in San Diego with a vegetable patch and gravel.
Goshen Stone Entrance
Goshen Stone Entrance
Natural Path LandscapingNatural Path Landscaping
These large pieces of Goshen stone were set with a Bobcat. The plan is to have thyme spread between the Goshen stone joints.
Medium sized farmhouse front driveway full sun garden for spring in Providence with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Front Yard Landscape Lighting
Front Yard Landscape Lighting
TLC GardensTLC Gardens
As evening arrives, programmed high voltage lighting illuminates the landscape.
This is an example of a large rural front driveway garden in Denver with gravel.
Taming Hillsides
Taming Hillsides
Hey Nice GardenHey Nice Garden
This front yard went needed a lush garden to soften up the huge concrete drive & wall. Lots of color and year round interest on this hillside.
This is an example of a medium sized country front garden in San Francisco.
WILD PRAIRIE
WILD PRAIRIE
ORIJIN STONE, LLCORIJIN STONE, LLC
This lovely custom-built home is surrounded by wild prairie and horse pastures. ORIJIN STONE Premium Bluestone Blue Select is used throughout the home; from the front porch & step treads, as a custom fireplace surround, throughout the lower level including the wine cellar, and on the back patio. LANDSCAPE DESIGN & INSTALL: Original Rock Designs TILE INSTALL: Uzzell Tile, Inc. BUILDER: Gordon James PHOTOGRAPHY: Landmark Photography
Modern Farmhouse Landscape Design (Colorado)
Modern Farmhouse Landscape Design (Colorado)
Tilly | Landscape DesignTilly | Landscape Design
Medium sized farmhouse front full sun garden in Denver with a pathway and concrete paving.
Duxford Barn Garden, Cambridgeshire
Duxford Barn Garden, Cambridgeshire
Melanie Driver Landscape and Garden DesignMelanie Driver Landscape and Garden Design
This is an example of a medium sized country front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Cambridgeshire.
Front Gate & Driveway
Front Gate & Driveway
Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden CenterDrake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center
Country-side estate borders residential neighborhood in this West Linn acreage. Fully automated security gates provide and restrict access to this one of a kind property. Photography by: Joe Hollowell
Entry Garden
Entry Garden
Plan-it Earth DesignPlan-it Earth Design
An open format with plenty of circulation and a place to sit make this new entry comfortable, beautiful and functional Installation by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Amy Whitworth

Country Front Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed country 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 country 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 country front garden design.

How should I design my country 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 country 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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