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Large Green Garden Ideas and Designs

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Preston Hollow - Dallas
Preston Hollow - Dallas
AquaTerra OutdoorsAquaTerra Outdoors
The topography of this large sprawling yard is highlighted with a dry creek bed flowing under a see through corridor of the house to the man made water feature/stream in the backyard.
Our Work
Our Work
Mario Forgione, LtdMario Forgione, Ltd
Design ideas for a large classic front full sun garden for summer in New York.
Landscaping Projects
Landscaping Projects
Gumpf GardensGumpf Gardens
Inspiration for a large traditional back partial sun garden in Other with a garden path and concrete paving.
Trex Seclusions Composite Fencing
Trex Seclusions Composite Fencing
J & J FENCEJ & J FENCE
Large traditional back partial sun garden fence for spring in Los Angeles with a metal fence.
Country Estate
Country Estate
Marras Lighting DesignMarras Lighting Design
Daniel Stauch
Large traditional garden in New York.
artificial turf, ipe deck tile runway
artificial turf, ipe deck tile runway
Dion City Landscapes, IncDion City Landscapes, Inc
This is an example of a large classic roof formal partial sun garden for summer in New York with a potted garden and decking.
Redmond Estate
Redmond Estate
Reynolds Landscape LLCReynolds Landscape LLC
A natural rock pathway winds around a beautiful garden outcrop providing lawn access to driveway and parking. Redmond, WA.
Inspiration for a large classic front full sun garden in Seattle with a garden path and gravel.
Specialty Projects
Specialty Projects
Beach Bum Turf Co.Beach Bum Turf Co.
This is an example of a large modern front driveway full sun garden for spring in Tampa with a garden path and concrete paving.
Wood Fences
Wood Fences
Dakota UnlimitedDakota Unlimited
This is an example of a large traditional back partial sun garden in Minneapolis with mulch.
Romantic Rose Arbor & Gardens
Romantic Rose Arbor & Gardens
Mierop Design, FAPLDMierop Design, FAPLD
This is an example of a large classic courtyard driveway full sun garden for spring in New York with brick paving.
Poolside Paradise
Poolside Paradise
Michael D McIver | Landscape DesignMichael D McIver | Landscape Design
Large contemporary front driveway partial sun garden for summer in Portland with mulch.
Rock Garden in Richmond, TX
Rock Garden in Richmond, TX
Greenmark EnvironmentalGreenmark Environmental
Inspiration for a large traditional front driveway full sun garden in Houston with a garden path and concrete paving.
Completed Projects
Completed Projects
American Beauty Landscaping Inc.American Beauty Landscaping Inc.
Large traditional back formal full sun garden in Other with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Walkways
Walkways
Down to Earth Landscaping, Inc.Down to Earth Landscaping, Inc.
Inspiration for a large traditional front formal full sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and brick paving.
Projects designed and built by Old Farms Landscaping
Projects designed and built by Old Farms Landscaping
Old Farms Landscaping Inc.Old Farms Landscaping Inc.
This is an example of a large contemporary front formal partial sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and brick paving.
Wood Fences
Wood Fences
VIKING FENCE COVIKING FENCE CO
This is an example of a large classic side driveway full sun garden for winter in Austin with a retaining wall and brick paving.
Waterfall and garden pond
Waterfall and garden pond
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Waterfall and garden ponds in this backyard features a stone bridge and large koi pond. Backyard Waterfall, water garden, garden design by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.
Traditional Westport
Traditional Westport
Oliver Design AssociatesOliver Design Associates
Large classic front formal partial sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Landscape Design & Installation
Landscape Design & Installation
Foster's Inc. Landscape Design & InstallationFoster's Inc. Landscape Design & Installation
Custom stone piers surrounded by lush garden plantings flank the driveway of this Darien home.
Photo of a large classic front driveway full sun garden for autumn in New York with concrete paving.
Landhausgarten mit Boulebahn und Pool
Landhausgarten mit Boulebahn und Pool
Reiffenschneider Garten & LandschaftsbauReiffenschneider Garten & Landschaftsbau
Fotografin Daniela Toman
Photo of a large rural partial sun garden in Other with a fire feature.

Large Green 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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