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Garden with Decomposed Granite Ideas and Designs

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Lawnless & Vibrant Full Yard Remodel
Lawnless & Vibrant Full Yard Remodel
Blue Hibiscus GardensBlue Hibiscus Gardens
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with a raised bed, decomposed granite and a wood fence.
Front yard landscape design and installation
Front yard landscape design and installation
DRC Landscaping LLCDRC Landscaping LLC
Inspiration for a front xeriscape full sun garden in Las Vegas with a desert look and decomposed granite.
Hillsborough Estate Garden
Hillsborough Estate Garden
Kristen Rudger Landscape DesignKristen Rudger Landscape Design
Design ideas for an expansive back xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with decomposed granite.
Mahogany Island #4
Mahogany Island #4
Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.
Our client contracted us to design and build a functional and interesting water front project that had to be family friendly!! They wanted a cozy fire pit area that also contained a 3 piece natural rock bubbler. They also wanted a spa area with lounger space for sunbathing as well as a beach area for sandcastles and beach toy storage. No expense was spared with a custom pergola, natural rock retaining and steps as well as landscape lighting and well placed trees and shrubs. Concrete edge and aggregate beds make for a low maintenance dream yard!!
Johanna
Johanna
Mark Odom Studio IncMark Odom Studio Inc
Topher Ayrhart: http://topherayrhart.com/
Large contemporary back fully shaded garden in Austin with decomposed granite.
MTLA - Seaver-Speck
MTLA - Seaver-Speck
UserUser
Mark Tessier Landscape Architecture designed this textural, drought tolerant, warm modern garden to complement the mid-century design of the home. The use of various materials including gravel, wood, and concrete mixed with a lush drought resistant planting palette offer a homeowners and visitors a multi sensory environment. Photos by Art Gray
Palo Alto warm tropical modern landscape
Palo Alto warm tropical modern landscape
Duviv Gardens Inc.Duviv Gardens Inc.
This is an example of a modern garden in San Francisco with a water feature and decomposed granite.
Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden
Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden
Jackie and the BeanstalkJackie and the Beanstalk
Raised beds and gate surrounded by Joseph's Coat climbing rose in this beautiful garden
Photo of a large mediterranean back full sun garden in San Diego with a vegetable patch and decomposed granite.
2379 Elden Ave F
2379 Elden Ave F
Evan Little - Nook Real EstateEvan Little - Nook Real Estate
http://www.creativenoodle.net/
This is an example of a small modern back fully shaded garden in Orange County with decomposed granite.
The legs of the seatwall are at different distances from the fire pit, to allow
The legs of the seatwall are at different distances from the fire pit, to allow
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
verdancedesign
Photo of a large classic back full sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
Crestview Modern Craftsman
Crestview Modern Craftsman
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
What a fantastic couple to work with! We were presented with the challenges of needing more outdoor living space, a place to rinse after long bike rides, and an area for the young couples newest addition to play. We did it! We doubled the outdoor living space, added an outdoor shower just off the new patio, and managed to use the shape of the yard to our advantage to create an easy flow and accessibility to the yard! We were left with a new landscape that fit this young couples awesome style of a modern-craftsman infusion! Native Edge Landscape, LLC
Hillside Terraces
Hillside Terraces
Edger Landscape DesignEdger Landscape Design
Arborvitae trees help define the central access stairs and pathway in this hillside backyard designed with a young family in mind. Edger Landscape Design
Seaside Outdoor Play & Living Backyard
Seaside Outdoor Play & Living Backyard
studio M MERGEstudio M MERGE
Nautical back xeriscape garden in San Francisco with a climbing frame, decomposed granite and a wood fence.
Ann Arbor Modern Residence Project - Rear Terrace
Ann Arbor Modern Residence Project - Rear Terrace
Zaremba & CompanyZaremba & Company
Brick garden walls grow out of the grade and widen into outdoor terraces. These terraces flow naturally from the interior of residence and offer a dynamic space for entertaining. They also offer a chance to appreciate the natural curve of the land as it slopes away. Photo by Chris Major.
Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel
Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel
Eyoh DesignEyoh Design
Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel This major remodel and addition set out to take full advantage of the incredible view and create a clear connection to both the front and rear yards. The clients really wanted a pool and a home that they could enjoy with their kids and take full advantage of the beautiful climate that Southern California has to offer. The existing front yard was completely given to the street, so privatizing the front yard with new landscaping and a low wall created an opportunity to connect the home to a private front yard. Upon entering the home a large staircase blocked the view through to the ocean so removing that space blocker opened up the view and created a large great room. Indoor outdoor living was achieved through the usage of large sliding doors which allow that seamless connection to the patio space that overlooks a new pool and view to the ocean. A large garden is rare so a new pool and bocce ball court were integrated to encourage the outdoor active lifestyle that the clients love. The clients love to travel and wanted display shelving and wall space to display the art they had collected all around the world. A natural material palette gives a warmth and texture to the modern design that creates a feeling that the home is lived in. Though a subtle change from the street, upon entering the front door the home opens up through the layers of space to a new lease on life with this remodel.
English Modernist in Santa Monica
English Modernist in Santa Monica
Bosler Earth DesignBosler Earth Design
Photo of a medium sized contemporary back xeriscape garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and decomposed granite.
Sunset Cliffs Complete Makeover with New Pool
Sunset Cliffs Complete Makeover with New Pool
Landscape LogicLandscape Logic
Landscape Logic built these metal panels to create privacy on the side property line. The plant will grow tall between the panels and create a really nice backdrop from the patio.
Fire pit surrounded by seawall, with low-water plantings and integral lighting.
Fire pit surrounded by seawall, with low-water plantings and integral lighting.
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
verdancedesign
Design ideas for a large classic back full sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature and decomposed granite.
Portola Valley Residence
Portola Valley Residence
Thuilot AssociatesThuilot Associates
Photo of a sloped garden in San Francisco with decomposed granite.
Paver Edging & Gardens
Paver Edging & Gardens
Sharp LandscapingSharp Landscaping
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back partial sun garden in Richmond with a flowerbed, a garden path, a pathway, decomposed granite and a wood fence.

Garden with Decomposed Granite 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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