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Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.
Garden Entry - General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes photo by Aidin Foster
Medium sized mediterranean side formal partial sun garden for spring in Orange County with natural stone paving and a pathway.
Seneca Residence
Seneca Residence
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
Contrasts of color and texture bring this side yard to life, as a stepping-stone path immersed in silver Dymondia winds through selections of Berberis 'Orange Rocket', Anemone 'September Charm', Miscanthus 'Morning Light', dark purple Heuchera 'Amethyst Mist', and yellow-variegated 'Butterfly' Japanese Maple. A weeping purple 'Garnet' specimen maple may be seen in the foreground. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
The bluestone entry and poured-in-place concrete create strength of line in the front while the plantings softly transition to the back patio space.
Photo of an expansive retro side partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with natural stone paving and a garden path.
Highland Park Residence
Highland Park Residence
Scott Byron & Co., Inc.Scott Byron & Co., Inc.
Unique water fountain feature surrounded by hedges and summer flowers. Photo by Tony Soluri
Inspiration for a large traditional side formal partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Boorkman Residence
Boorkman Residence
Chris Corbett DesignChris Corbett Design
Garden Arbor and Fence
Medium sized modern side xeriscape partial sun garden in Sacramento with gravel.
Pathways, Patios & Stonework
Pathways, Patios & Stonework
Green EleganceGreen Elegance
Medium sized contemporary side partial sun garden in Dallas with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Updating a Grand East Wilmette Home
Updating a Grand East Wilmette Home
Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.
The east side of the house has an entrance to the basement but also created a privacy issue with windows facing directly into windows. A Carpinus and crab tree were added to block visability and create more privacy. Hydrangea that will get 5' tall were also planted to soften the fencing.
Wellesley Family Garden
Wellesley Family Garden
Inge Daniels Design LLCInge Daniels Design LLC
We designed this lovely, private dining area with custom wood-slat screens and a concrete kitchen complete with seating, grilling, counters and wood storage.
Projet Déco Jardin
Projet Déco Jardin
Elodie Dugué PhotographeElodie Dugué Photographe
Création d'une terrasse en bout de piscine avec une superbe glycine et une clôture bois afin de préserver l'intimité de la famille.
Design ideas for a small modern side private partial sun garden for summer in Nantes with decking.
Windermere Color
Windermere Color
Olander Garden DesignOlander Garden Design
Doreen Wynja
Inspiration for a contemporary side partial sun garden for summer in Seattle with a retaining wall.
River House
River House
Robert Orr & Associates LLCRobert Orr & Associates LLC
Perennial garden with garden walk made from broken bluestone, broken side up, and moss. Photos by Robert Orr and Kassandra Leiva
This is an example of a small traditional side formal partial sun garden for summer in Bridgeport with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Our Work
Our Work
Texas Outdoor ImpressionsTexas Outdoor Impressions
This is an example of a medium sized classic side partial sun garden in Houston with a garden path and concrete paving.
Custom Mercer Island Fence
Custom Mercer Island Fence
Chapman Construction, LLCChapman Construction, LLC
Medium sized classic side partial sun garden in Seattle with gravel.
Side path with gate
Side path with gate
Heaven & Earth Landscape DesignHeaven & Earth Landscape Design
Design ideas for a large traditional side formal partial sun garden in San Francisco with natural stone paving.
Vancouver, WA Historic 1912 Craftsman Style House
Vancouver, WA Historic 1912 Craftsman Style House
The White Pear LLC, Design & BuildThe White Pear LLC, Design & Build
Photo by Holly@StickleyCreative.com
Classic side partial sun garden in Other.
Landscaping & Landscaping Lighting
Landscaping & Landscaping Lighting
Advance Lawn Sprinkler & Landscaping, LLCAdvance Lawn Sprinkler & Landscaping, LLC
Medium sized classic side partial sun garden in Richmond with natural stone paving and a potted garden.
Backyard Basketball Courts
Backyard Basketball Courts
Sport Court St. LouisSport Court St. Louis
Be the hangout house and build memories. This is about more than just getting off of the couch. This is about building a place where your family can play, train, and bond. •Know where your kids are and get to know their friends. •Build a multi-sport game court designed for maximum versatility or a dedicated basketball court or tennis court to take your little athlete to the next level. •Let us design a court to fit your family and your budget. •Tell us which sports you play; we’ll find the right surface for you. •Spend time playing on a low-maintenance court instead of landscaping. •Watch the kids grow up at your house.
Wilmette Quaint Entryway Garden
Wilmette Quaint Entryway Garden
Great Oaks Landscaping, Inc.Great Oaks Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a small classic side partial sun garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Winnetka Patio, Spa, and Gardens . . . Perfect for Entertaining
Winnetka Patio, Spa, and Gardens . . . Perfect for Entertaining
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Sun- and shade-loving plants fill planting beds carved out of the lawn and under trees. Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Large traditional side formal partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Newton, MA Landscape Renovation
Newton, MA Landscape Renovation
Sallie Hill Design, Landscape ArchitectSallie Hill Design, Landscape Architect
Red cedar trellis with hydrangea and climbing clematis. ©2015 Brian Hill
Large classic side formal partial sun garden in Boston with a garden path and natural stone paving.

Partial Sun Side 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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