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The Zen Garden
The Zen Garden
Unique HomestaysUnique Homestays
Inspiration for a large country back pergola in Kent.
Garden Path
Garden Path
The Todd GroupThe Todd Group
This garden pathway links the front yard to the backyard area. Perennials and shrubs bloom throughout the season providing interest points that change from week to week. Creeping thyme and other flowering plants fill in the spaces between the irregular stone pathway.
Mountain Cottage
Mountain Cottage
Greenleaf Services, Inc.Greenleaf Services, Inc.
Photo of a large classic sloped partial sun garden steps in Other.
Historic Evanston Retreat
Historic Evanston Retreat
Greenwise Organic Lawn Care and Landscape DesignGreenwise Organic Lawn Care and Landscape Design
Bluestone paths traverse the property, unifying outdoor rooms and directing flow from one space to the next. Photo: Linda Oyama Bryan
Inspiration for a large classic back formal partial sun garden in Chicago with natural stone paving and a fireplace.
Wandsworth
Wandsworth
The London Gardener LtdThe London Gardener Ltd
We were asked to redesign a large garden in Wandsworth, SW18. It needed to be child-friendly, with a sunken trampoline and a large real grass lawn and plenty of space to entertain and enjoy the sun. Also our client was anxious to keep the garden private, and to block views into the garden where possible. We were fortunate to be able to enjoy a number of mature trees in other gardens, and this allowed us to focus more on the medium and lower layers of planting. We mixed long-flowering shrubs and perennials with small multi-stemmed trees, all of which were planted with a long season of interest in mind. The planting around the sunken trampoline had to be kept low so the children could be seen from the house, and also robust incase it got landed on!
Paradise House
Paradise House
Shane Marsh ArchitectsShane Marsh Architects
This is an example of a large midcentury pergola in Gold Coast - Tweed.
Backyard
Backyard
PM-ADPM-AD
Large modern back xeriscape full sun garden seating in Dallas with gravel and a metal fence.
Colorado Springs Parade Homes
Colorado Springs Parade Homes
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
This natural styled water feature brings sound and movement to the landscape.
Large traditional front driveway full sun garden for spring in Denver with brick paving and a waterfall.
Grand Entry in Huron Township
Grand Entry in Huron Township
GLC Lawn & Landscaping LLCGLC Lawn & Landscaping LLC
Large classic front full sun garden in Detroit with brick paving.
Los Altos Craftsman Style Garden
Los Altos Craftsman Style Garden
Confidence Landscaping, Inc.Confidence Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a large classic back xeriscape fully shaded garden in San Francisco with a water feature and natural stone paving.
contemporary garden with child's play Radlett
contemporary garden with child's play Radlett
FMN GardensFMN Gardens
Inspiration for a large contemporary back garden in London with natural stone paving.
Seaponack
Seaponack
Audrey Matlock ArchitectAudrey Matlock Architect
Large contemporary front driveway partial sun garden in New York with gravel.
Architectural
Architectural
TouchStone Accent Lighting, Inc.TouchStone Accent Lighting, Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional front driveway partial sun garden for spring in Minneapolis with a garden path and brick paving.
Driveway Accents
Driveway Accents
Earth Developments, Inc.Earth Developments, Inc.
Inspiration for a large classic front driveway partial sun garden in Chicago.
Outdoor Lights Activate the Venue
Outdoor Lights Activate the Venue
Summit Landscape and DesignSummit Landscape and Design
Lights glisten across the pond water at dusk while an event is underway by the open air pavilion. Up lights shine on the trees and reveal their natural architecture..
Lake House
Lake House
R.R. CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, LLCR.R. CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, LLC
Photo of a large rustic back partial sun garden in Other with concrete paving and a fire feature.
Bayside Zen Garden | Bayside, WI
Bayside Zen Garden | Bayside, WI
LandCrafters, LLCLandCrafters, LLC
The raked garden has been a area for our client to dabble with various raking designs in the gravel.
Photo of a large world-inspired back fully shaded garden in Milwaukee with a garden path and gravel.
Hillside Retreat
Hillside Retreat
Louis Fusco Landscape ArchitectsLouis Fusco Landscape Architects
Secluded Woodland Entry Gate and Drive.
Inspiration for a large classic front driveway garden in New York with a garden path and concrete paving.
water feature
water feature
L.I.U. Landscape Inc.L.I.U. Landscape Inc.
Inspiration for a large traditional back formal garden in Orange County with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Eco Modern
Eco Modern
Eco Landscape Design & BuildEco Landscape Design & Build
Innis Casey Photography
Design ideas for a large modern back xeriscape fully shaded garden in Los Angeles with a fire feature and gravel.

Large Black 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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