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Modern Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

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Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
GEL: Griffin Enright LandscapeGEL: Griffin Enright Landscape
An axis through the hillside layers with korean grass steps above.
Photo of a medium sized modern sloped xeriscape full sun garden steps for autumn in Los Angeles with concrete paving.
Modern Driveway and Front Yard Danville, CA
Modern Driveway and Front Yard Danville, CA
DPG Pavers and DesignDPG Pavers and Design
Paver driveway, drought tolerant planting, black mulch. Paver color and style selected to compliment paint and roof color.
Photo of a medium sized modern front xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with mulch.
Pasadena Sustainable Planting
Pasadena Sustainable Planting
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
A low water-use drought tolerant succulent and ornamental grasses planting project in Pasadena, California. We used contrasting colors and textures of plant material to create a curb appeal for this spec home. The aloe and Agave american's are the focal points and add a great architectural element to the project.
Oakland Hills Terraced Garden
Oakland Hills Terraced Garden
studio M MERGEstudio M MERGE
Inspiration for a modern back xeriscape garden in San Francisco with a wood fence.
Turramurra
Turramurra
iCreate Landscape and Design PTY LTDiCreate Landscape and Design PTY LTD
Photo of a large modern back xeriscape and private partial sun garden in Sydney with decking.
Contemporary Food Forest
Contemporary Food Forest
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
Medium sized modern back xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Santa Barbara with gravel, a wood fence and lawn edging.
The Palm House Richmond
The Palm House Richmond
Phillip Johnson LandscapesPhillip Johnson Landscapes
Outdoor shower built off the existing bathroom making use of a small courtyard
Inspiration for a small modern courtyard xeriscape and private partial sun garden for summer in Melbourne with natural stone paving.
BRENTWOOD RUSTIC-MODERN
BRENTWOOD RUSTIC-MODERN
Jeremy Taylor LandscapesJeremy Taylor Landscapes
Design ideas for a small modern courtyard xeriscape fully shaded garden in Los Angeles with a waterfall and brick paving.
Front + Backyard Design (Colorado)
Front + Backyard Design (Colorado)
Tilly | Landscape DesignTilly | Landscape Design
This customer was looking to add privacy, use less water, include raised bed garden and fire pit...making it all more their style which was a blend between modern and farmhouse.
Vertical Solutions
Vertical Solutions
Table2GardenTable2Garden
Design ideas for a medium sized modern back xeriscape garden in Other with a living wall.
1632
1632
Variegated Green Landscape DesignVariegated Green Landscape Design
Inspiration for a modern courtyard xeriscape partial sun garden in San Francisco with concrete paving.
Modern Botanical Garden | Bench Seating
Modern Botanical Garden | Bench Seating
Greey PickettGreey Pickett
The stunning modern architecture of this Paradise Valley residence is highlighted by pocket gardens and showcases unique specimen cactus in desert botanical garden style. Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett
Oshins Residence in Queensridge
Oshins Residence in Queensridge
One Source Outdoors/One LandscapeOne Source Outdoors/One Landscape
Photo of a medium sized modern back xeriscape partial sun garden in Las Vegas with concrete paving.
Details
Details
Grounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLAGrounded - Richard Risner RLA, ASLA
This is an example of a large modern back xeriscape partial sun garden in San Diego with a garden path and concrete paving.
Eagle Rock Front Garden Entryway
Eagle Rock Front Garden Entryway
Colwynn Garden DesignColwynn Garden Design
Gate and fence panels are made from Redwood, with a clear stain that emphasizes the natural color of Redwood.
Inspiration for a modern front xeriscape full sun garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete paving.
Woodbluff Lane Residence, Camano Island WA
Woodbluff Lane Residence, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Garden next to entry. Photography by Stephen Brousseau.
Medium sized modern side xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Seattle with a garden path and mulch.
Downtown San Diego Canyon Oasis
Downtown San Diego Canyon Oasis
Schnetz Landscape Inc.Schnetz Landscape Inc.
©Brooke Schnetz
Inspiration for a large modern back xeriscape partial sun garden in San Diego with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Modern Rustic Landscaping
Modern Rustic Landscaping
UserUser
The front yard plants are adapted to full sun and provide color and texture; they are also low maintenance and drought tolerant
Design ideas for a small modern back xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco.
Marvel Jaunt - Wedgwood
Marvel Jaunt - Wedgwood
True Scape DesignTrue Scape Design
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Front yard Seating
Front yard Seating
Cade Kawamoto, Landworkshop , incCade Kawamoto, Landworkshop , inc
David Guettler Photography.
Design ideas for a small modern front xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a fire feature and concrete paving.

Modern Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed modern 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 modern 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 modern front garden design.

How should I design my modern 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 modern 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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