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Large Eclectic Garden Ideas and Designs

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Patios & Stonework
Patios & Stonework
DC FreemanDC Freeman
A natural stone wall adds charm and function.
Large bohemian side driveway garden in New York with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
Eclectic Mountain Lyons
Eclectic Mountain Lyons
High Desert Designs, llcHigh Desert Designs, llc
Design ideas for a large eclectic back xeriscape full sun garden in Denver with natural stone paving and a rockery.
Secret Garden in Dilworth
Secret Garden in Dilworth
Solow Design GroupSolow Design Group
Entry into this enchanted back garden begins through the gate while a narrow passage between the homeowner's studio and privacy fence invoke an immediate sense of intimacy with riotous greenery spilling into a gravel path. Photos courtesy Solow Design Group.
Laser cut metal PERGOLAS
Laser cut metal PERGOLAS
EntanglementsEntanglements
Laser cut steel decorative screening. 'Banksia Nut' Australian design by Entanglements metal art
Inspiration for a large eclectic back formal garden in Melbourne.
Riley House - Walnut Creek
Riley House - Walnut Creek
The Ruth Bancroft GardenThe Ruth Bancroft Garden
Inspiration for a large bohemian xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Other with a raised bed and gravel.
Mystical Habitat Garden
Mystical Habitat Garden
Ketti Kupper Conscious Life DesignKetti Kupper Conscious Life Design
Photo by Ketti Kupper
Design ideas for a large bohemian back partial sun garden in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Stunning Contemporary Provence
Stunning Contemporary Provence
Jackie and the BeanstalkJackie and the Beanstalk
' La Jolla Red'Bougainvillea is ever present in the front garden. photos by Karin Wilson
Design ideas for a large eclectic front driveway full sun garden in San Diego with a garden path.
Hillside Garden Landscape with Water Features and Beautiful Plantings
Hillside Garden Landscape with Water Features and Beautiful Plantings
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
This side yard provides a large lawn area for play, with an abundance of mature trees and colorful plantings.
Inspiration for a large bohemian sloped xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Denver with a retaining wall and mulch.
Conifer Garden - Danby
Conifer Garden - Danby
Garden Arts / Manchester Fence CompanyGarden Arts / Manchester Fence Company
We created this large garden almost entirely w/ coniferous plants. We call this our "Vermont All-Season Color Garden"©. There is interest in this space every month of the year. Looks great in a bare winter or when there is snow. It is also low maintenance and care free. It is also unique.
Landscapes
Landscapes
Garden View Landscape and PoolsGarden View Landscape and Pools
Design ideas for a large bohemian back partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Traditional Brick Poolside Patio and Driveway
Traditional Brick Poolside Patio and Driveway
GARY DUFF DESIGNS,LTDGARY DUFF DESIGNS,LTD
Seen here: shuffleboard court with brick patio and seating nearby. More about this project: Complementing the traditional red brick house, Gary Duff Designs incorporated the brick into the swimming pool patio with bluestone border details. Keeping with the classic style for the front entrance, entry gates are set behind a Belgian block apron at the driveway.
Metal Retaining Walls, Planters, Steps
Metal Retaining Walls, Planters, Steps
California Deck BuildersCalifornia Deck Builders
Hardscape by California Deck Builders.
Photo of a large bohemian back partial sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Staycation Hangout
Staycation Hangout
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
A shady corner of the garden is nice place to escape the summer heat during the day or to light a fire when the evening chill sets in
Large eclectic back xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a fire feature and gravel.
Spring Branch New Design & Install
Spring Branch New Design & Install
Sage Pools, Scapes & DesignSage Pools, Scapes & Design
Large bohemian back partial sun garden in Houston with a flowerbed and mulch.
Leaside Eclectic Garden
Leaside Eclectic Garden
Arbordale LandscapingArbordale Landscaping
We turned this pedestrian Leaside backyard upside down! We added a stone patio complete with a firepit and lounge area which is covered by giant umbrella. A custom rough hewn beam pergola was painted black to contrast the custom stainless steel shoes and connector plates and placed over the new dining area and custom buffet. The buffet has a Corten steel decorative panel behind with white plexiglass and lighting for a dramatic dining experience. Horizontal fencing surrounds the backyard and the style carries through to both gates. Natural stone steppingstones and borders add contrast and frame the different sections of the yard. Playful informal plantings give the garden a sense of whimsy. The back porch was created for barbecuing with glass railings to not disturb the view from inside the home and contains a large storage space underneath.
A Garden in the Five Points Neighborhood, Athens GA
A Garden in the Five Points Neighborhood, Athens GA
Medicine Wheel, LLCMedicine Wheel, LLC
Design ideas for a large eclectic back partial sun garden in Other with a flowerbed and mulch.
Staycation Hangout
Staycation Hangout
Urban Oasis Landscape DesignUrban Oasis Landscape Design
An unused shady corner has become a favorite place to relax. During the day the mature trees shelter one from the sun and at night the fire bowl keeps things warm.
Patio and Landscape Design in North Park, SD
Patio and Landscape Design in North Park, SD
BETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior DesignBETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior Design
Inspiration for a large eclectic back xeriscape full sun garden in San Diego with a fire feature and brick paving.
Hillside Garden Landscape with Water Features and Beautiful Plantings
Hillside Garden Landscape with Water Features and Beautiful Plantings
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
Natural stone slabs create stairways as beautiful as they are practical.
Inspiration for a large bohemian back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Denver with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Before - During - After
Before - During - After
Garden Gate LandscapingGarden Gate Landscaping
Parking area with permeable paving. Water storage tank under paving for storage to use for irrigation of lawn and garden. Pot garden with annuals in stone containers. Cooper pipe trellises for vines. Charles W. Bowers/Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.

Large Eclectic Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed eclectic 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 an eclectic 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 eclectic front garden design.

How should I design my eclectic 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 an eclectic 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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