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Garden with a Vegetable Patch and a Retaining Wall Ideas and Designs

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Dry Stacked Retaining Walls Around Decomposed Granite Patio
Dry Stacked Retaining Walls Around Decomposed Granite Patio
Sarah Ray Landscape DesignSarah Ray Landscape Design
Design ideas for a classic back xeriscape garden in San Francisco with a retaining wall, decomposed granite and a wood fence.
Taliesen Park
Taliesen Park
HINISH Design CollectiveHINISH Design Collective
Small midcentury back xeriscape partial sun garden for winter in Portland with a retaining wall and a wood fence.
Barton Hills Contemporary Curb Appeal
Barton Hills Contemporary Curb Appeal
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
After this home was completely rebuilt in the established Barton Hills neighborhood, the landscape needed a reboot to match the new modern/contemporary house. To update the style, we replaced the cracked solid driveway with concrete ribbons and gravel that lines up with the garage. We built a retaining to hold back the sloped, problematic front yard. This leveled out a buffer space of plantings near the curb helping to create a welcoming accent for guests. We also introduced a comfortable pathway to transition through the yard into the new courtyard space, balancing out the scale of the house with the landscape.
Boulder Retaining Walls
Boulder Retaining Walls
NS LandscapesNS Landscapes
Custom boulder retaining wall.
Design ideas for a classic back garden in Minneapolis with a retaining wall.
Newlands
Newlands
EVOKEEVOKE
Small classic back partial sun garden in Denver with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Gwel-An-Mor
Gwel-An-Mor
Contec SW LtdContec SW Ltd
Design ideas for a classic full sun garden in Cornwall with a retaining wall, gravel and a wood fence.
Wrought Iron Garden Gate
Wrought Iron Garden Gate
Great Lakes Metal FabricationGreat Lakes Metal Fabrication
This metal garden gate with double swing panels and wrought iron scrolls makes privacy and security easy and elegant. Share this project or pin it on Pinterest!
Michelle's Garden
Michelle's Garden
The Form Firm Inc.The Form Firm Inc.
Enclosed raised garden bed outfitted with pergola and lattice for climbing vegetables. Fenced in to keep out deer and other vegetable hungry critters. Constructed out of Douglas fir and coated with a UV protector to prevent sun bleaching. Irrigation with timers installed for easy watering.
Mid Century Restored
Mid Century Restored
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Private conversation space for two is conveniently located near the study.
Photo of a small retro back partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
The Escher-Stella Garden
The Escher-Stella Garden
Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a side formal garden in Santa Barbara with a vegetable patch and concrete paving.
Mill Valley Residence
Mill Valley Residence
Wright ArchitectureWright Architecture
Nestled in the redwoods, a short walk from downtown, this home embraces both it’s proximity to town life and nature. Mid-century modern detailing and a minimalist California vibe come together in this special place.
Stone Seat Wall and Stair, Dry Laid; Salvaged Stone Patio, Sand Set + Rustic
Stone Seat Wall and Stair, Dry Laid; Salvaged Stone Patio, Sand Set + Rustic
The Land MechanicThe Land Mechanic
Inspiration for a small bohemian back full sun garden in Denver with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Modern Marvel
Modern Marvel
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
This inviting landscape is the ideal backyard paradise. It provides plenty of seating for entertaining, along with a custom fireplace, hot tub, and full kitchen. Hardscaping around the elements offer visual interest and year-round beauty.
Lowman Beach Residence
Lowman Beach Residence
Rhodes Architecture + LightRhodes Architecture + Light
Interior wood and steel screens create filters, dividing spaces while modulating light. Exterior screens of sustainable Resysta filter light and views inward while lending privacy at the entry to the Lowman Beach Residence.
Central District Edible Garden
Central District Edible Garden
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Landscape contracting by Avid Landscape. Concrete by Concrete Dreams and Foundations. Photograph by Tina Witherspoon.
Medium sized traditional front full sun garden in Seattle with a retaining wall.
Custom Colonial
Custom Colonial
Lowenoak Landscape DevelopmentLowenoak Landscape Development
Large traditional front full sun garden in Other with a retaining wall and brick paving.
Jackson Back Yard
Jackson Back Yard
Plantscape DesignPlantscape Design
Large traditional back full sun garden in Other with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
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 Silver Award Winning Landscape 2021. Dymondia ground cover filled in. 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 @digyourgardenlandscapedesign
Rio Verde Back Yard Renovation
Rio Verde Back Yard Renovation
Giardinello Landscape & Design, LLCGiardinello Landscape & Design, LLC
Back Yard renovation that included re-grading the existing space and the construction of a decorative, travertine, split - faced retaining wall, custom outdoor kitchen with bartop, travertine patios, custom fire feature, artificial turf and new planters. Colorful, desert plants were added to compliment the yard.
External & Landscape Works To 1930s Art Deco Queenslander
External & Landscape Works To 1930s Art Deco Queenslander
Dion Seminara ArchitectureDion Seminara Architecture
External & Landscape Works To 1930s Art Deco Queenslander
Photo of a large country back xeriscape garden in Brisbane with a vegetable patch and mulch.

Garden with a Vegetable Patch and a Retaining Wall 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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