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Agave 'Kara's Stripes'
Agave 'Kara's Stripes'
Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.
Agave 'Kara's stripes' showing off with Grevillea 'molonglo'. Photo by Gabriel Frank
Design ideas for a mediterranean xeriscape garden in San Luis Obispo.
9290 E Thompson Peak Parkway #150
9290 E Thompson Peak Parkway #150
The Matheson Team RE/MAX Fine PropertiesThe Matheson Team RE/MAX Fine Properties
The Matheson Team RE/MAX Fine Properties
Mediterranean garden seating in Phoenix with lawn edging.
A San Rafael Garden
A San Rafael Garden
Simmonds & Associates, Inc.Simmonds & Associates, Inc.
Guest cottage forecourt, with flagstone paving, also created by removing a section of the driveway. The planting and pots compliment the style of the house. This garden has been featured on the Marin Ecological Garden Tour 2009 through 2011. Simmonds & Associates, Inc.
Poolside
Poolside
Rutgers Landscape DesignRutgers Landscape Design
Photo of a mediterranean garden in Newark.
Passion Vine (Passiflora caerulea) Closeup
Passion Vine (Passiflora caerulea) Closeup
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
Passiflora caerulea, Passion Vine . Stunning flowers on a quick growing vine perfect for a trellis or arbor in climates that have little to light frost. Photo: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design
Natural Landscapes
Natural Landscapes
Sage Ecological LandscapesSage Ecological Landscapes
We love sleek and modern but sometimes we lay off of straight lines and concrete... Check out one of our more natural landscape projects highlighting a native plant palette and an ecotones motif! Photo Credit: Grant Sukchindasathien
Contemporary Spanish / Mediterranean eclectic
Contemporary Spanish / Mediterranean eclectic
David Rolston Landscape ArchitectsDavid Rolston Landscape Architects
A Contemporary Spanish / Mediterranean eclectic home in the Park Cities area of Dallas had a very basic front yard, and only grass and some mature Magnolias and a Pecan in the backyard from the previous home. We added a new front entry at the sidewalk, using the brick and cast stone from the house for replication, and expanded the plantings to include more texture and color. In the back yard a medium sized dipping pool, using Ann Sacks glass tiles and dark plaster, with a raised wall and scuppers makes a focal point to the existing outdoor living areas.
Creating a Contemporary Escape in a Traditional City Backyard
Creating a Contemporary Escape in a Traditional City Backyard
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Richmond with a retaining wall and mulch.
Mediterranean: Meaders
Mediterranean: Meaders
Harold Leidner Landscape ArchitectsHarold Leidner Landscape Architects
A luxurious Mediterranean house and property with Tuscan influences featuring majestic Live Oak trees, detailed travertine paving, expansive lawns and lush gardens. Designed and built by Harold Leidner Landscape Architects. House construction by Bob Thompson Homes.
Sunny Slope with Drainage Wash, Perennials and Edibles
Sunny Slope with Drainage Wash, Perennials and Edibles
Donna Lynn - Landscape DesignerDonna Lynn - Landscape Designer
lynnlandscapedesign.com - On this sunny, south-facing slope, terraced planters for fruit trees were combined with native grasses, colorful perennials, plants with edible flowers and plants to attract hummingbirds and beneficial insects. The boulder drainage wash functions to move rain runoff from above to fruit trees planted in the area below. photo: Donna Lynn
San Clemente Small Home 1
San Clemente Small Home 1
DMLADMLA
DMLA
Photo of a mediterranean garden in Orange County.
Luxurious Mediterranean outdoor living
Luxurious Mediterranean outdoor living
Luciole Design Inc.Luciole Design Inc.
A fireplace, counter and gas grill surround a covered patio next to a pool. A spa and large fountain bring moving water to the landscape. Photo: Mike Heacox / Luciole Design Inc.
Side Yard Makeover by Shirley Bovshow of EdenMakersBlog.com
Side Yard Makeover by Shirley Bovshow of EdenMakersBlog.com
Shirley BovshowShirley Bovshow
Garden makeovers by Shirley Bovshow in Los Angeles.This was formerly an abandoned narrow side yard used only to store trash cans. Now it is a favorite garden stroll area for the homeowner. See the complete makeover: http://edenmakersblog.com/?p=893 Photo and design by Shirley Bovshow
Curb Appeals
Curb Appeals
Mirage LandscapeMirage Landscape
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean front partial sun garden in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Coral Gables Residence - Photo 02
Coral Gables Residence - Photo 02
Orlando Comas, Landscape Architect.Orlando Comas, Landscape Architect.
View of pool area. Project was featured in Florida Architecture Magazine and Casa & Estilo Magazine. Photos by Joseph Lapeyra.
Photo of a mediterranean back garden in Miami with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Rollingwood
Rollingwood
The Garden Design StudioThe Garden Design Studio
See In, See Out / Jessica Mims / www.SeeInSeeOut.com
Photo of a medium sized mediterranean garden in Austin.
Exterior projects (Mediterranean Style)
Exterior projects (Mediterranean Style)
Ancient SurfacesAncient Surfaces
Product: Authentic Limestone for Exterior Living Spaces. Ancient Surfaces Contacts: (212) 461-0245 Email: Sales@ancientsurfaces.com Website: www.AncientSurfaces.com The design of external living spaces is known as the 'Al Fresco' design style as it is called in Italian. 'Al Fresco' translates into 'the open' or 'the cool/fresh exterior'. Customizing a fully functional outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, BBQ, fireplace or Jacuzzi pool spa all out of old reclaimed Mediterranean stone pieces is no easy task and shouldn’t be created out of the lowest common denominator of building materials such as concrete, Indian slates or Turkish travertine. The one thing you can bet the farmhouse on is that when the entire process unravels and when your outdoor living space materializes from the architects rendering to real life, you will be guaranteed a true Mediterranean living experience if your choice of construction material was as authentic and possible to the Southern Mediterranean regions. We believe that the coziness of your surroundings brought about by the creative usage of our antique stone elements will only amplify that authenticity. whether you are enjoying a relaxing time soaking the sun inside one of our Jacuzzi spa stone fountains or sharing unforgettable memories with family and friends while baking your own pizzas in one of our outdoor BBQ pizza ovens, our stone designs will always evoke in most a feeling of euphoria and exultation that one only gets while being on vacation is some exotic European island surrounded with the pristine beauty of indigenous nature and ancient architecture...
Stonework, Steps and Walks
Stonework, Steps and Walks
DreamScapesDreamScapes
Photo of a large mediterranean garden in Atlanta with natural stone paving.
Cold Springs Road Montecito Mediterranean Landscape
Cold Springs Road Montecito Mediterranean Landscape
Natural Concepts Landscaping ContractorsNatural Concepts Landscaping Contractors
Photo of a mediterranean garden in Santa Barbara.
Folsom Front & Backyard Makeover
Folsom Front & Backyard Makeover
Luxury Outdoor Living, Inc.Luxury Outdoor Living, Inc.
The back lawn was replaced with new landscaping, a natural rock waterfall, steps up to a sitting area with new planting throughout the backyard.
Design ideas for a mediterranean back xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Sacramento with a rockery and natural stone paving.

Mediterranean Green Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean front garden design.

How should I design my mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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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