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Pergola
Pergola
CHIP-N-DALE'S CUSTOM LANDSCAPINGCHIP-N-DALE'S CUSTOM LANDSCAPING
Inspiration for a large contemporary back full sun garden in Las Vegas with a fire feature.
Butterfly ad Bee-Feeding Parkway
Butterfly ad Bee-Feeding Parkway
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
A prostrate native salvia and succulent Rock Purslane fill the parkway with fragrance and dancing blooms and are impossible to walk by without smiling.
Artificial Grass and Putting Greens, Mesa, AZ
Artificial Grass and Putting Greens, Mesa, AZ
The Yard StylistThe Yard Stylist
The owners of this Gilbert, AZ house, wanted an area for their dogs to enjoy. The bordered area of artificial turf is large enough for even a big dog. It is bordered with brick and surrounded by decorative gravel. This shows that the turf is separate and yet still part of the main back yard. The rectangular shape is broken up somewhat by the gently curving pathway on the left-hand side, leading to a seating and entertainment area.
Outdoor Living
Outdoor Living
Landscape Management GroupLandscape Management Group
Large contemporary back full sun garden in Columbus with a retaining wall and concrete paving.
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.
TROPICAL BACKYARD
TROPICAL BACKYARD
The Landscaping People, Inc.The Landscaping People, Inc.
A tropical style and plants selection for this beautiful backyard! Design and installation by our great Team from The Landscaping People!
This is an example of a large world-inspired garden in Miami.
Floyd Residence
Floyd Residence
Garden EnvironmentsGarden Environments
Durham, NC
This is an example of a large midcentury front xeriscape partial sun garden in Raleigh with a waterfall and decorative stones.
Country garden in Shropshire A
Country garden in Shropshire A
Square Foot Garden DesignSquare Foot Garden Design
Large flower bed along side a gravel drive
This is an example of a large rural front full sun garden in West Midlands with a flowerbed and decorative stones.
Apartment 34 Traditional Modern
Apartment 34 Traditional Modern
Growsgreen Landscape DesignGrowsgreen Landscape Design
I designed the ADU to be tucked back as a vertical element to create a cozy space for the hot tub area and not take over the space vertically if it were in other spots. By having it off to the side, it grounds the garden and becomes a destination as well as recedes rather than dominate the space. It acts as an office space. Keep in mind that you can always do heated flooring if you do a concrete pad or tile as we planned for in this space. Energy efficient and also saves on space. Deck chairs can be brought closer to the hot tub at social events. Modern shed by Eric Enns of Modern Spaces and Sheds.
Coachman Drive Project 6
Coachman Drive Project 6
Veridian Outdoor LivingVeridian Outdoor Living
South facing side yard becomes ideal pocket vegetable garden with retainment, raised cedar veggie beds, a root cellar partially nestled into the rocky slope and a decomposed granite path for access to enjoy the perennial garden above.
White Wing
White Wing
Kendle Design CollaborativeKendle Design Collaborative
Inspiration for a large contemporary courtyard xeriscape full sun garden in Phoenix with a desert look.
Old World Charm in the City
Old World Charm in the City
Glenna Partridge Garden DesignGlenna Partridge Garden Design
Design ideas for a large mediterranean side partial sun garden in Vancouver with natural stone paving.
Before and After
Before and After
Hartman LandscapeHartman Landscape
Before
This is an example of a large traditional front driveway garden in Chicago with a pathway and brick paving.
Farmhouse Front Walk - Hawthorn Woods, IL
Farmhouse Front Walk - Hawthorn Woods, IL
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
Looking down the front walk with Joe Pye 'Gateway' in the background. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Inspiration for a large classic front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with a pathway.
Lush Garden Front Walkway
Lush Garden Front Walkway
Winston Fayer Landscape DesignWinston Fayer Landscape Design
Completed front walkway with new lighting, new foundation plantings and lush plantings along the walkway
Large classic front partial sun garden in New York with a pathway.
Surrey
Surrey
Ed Oddy Garden DesignEd Oddy Garden Design
Large contemporary back garden in Surrey.
San Rafael Horizontal Fence and New Entry Stairs & Landing
San Rafael Horizontal Fence and New Entry Stairs & Landing
Clough ConstructionClough Construction
Design ideas for a large contemporary side full sun garden in San Francisco with concrete paving.
Countryside Escape
Countryside Escape
Hartman Companies, Inc.Hartman Companies, Inc.
Inspiration for a large farmhouse back private full sun garden for summer in Minneapolis with concrete paving.
Elegant Natural Clay Paver Driveway
Elegant Natural Clay Paver Driveway
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
The driveway is paved in natural clay pavers set in a herringbone pattern. The edges are a 5-course running bond.
Photo of a large classic front driveway partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with brick paving.
Pergola & Seating Area
Pergola & Seating Area
LandZen Landscape Design & ConstructionLandZen Landscape Design & Construction
Inspiration for a large classic back full sun garden in San Francisco with a water feature and natural stone paving.

Large 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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