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Meditation Garden
Meditation Garden
Ross Land StudioRoss Land Studio
An unused area of lawn has been repurposed as a meditation garden. The meandering path of limestone step stones weaves through a birch grove. The matrix planting of carex grasses is interspersed with flowering natives throughout the season. Fall is spectacular with the blooming of aromatic asters.
Radics backyard oasis
Radics backyard oasis
Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.
Pathway with mix of materials: natural flagstone and pea gravel with a black metal edging. LED landscape lights flank the sides of the path.
Photo of a small modern back xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Seattle with a garden path and gravel.
Chalet en Santa Clara
Chalet en Santa Clara
Idearte Marta MontoyaIdearte Marta Montoya
This is an example of a contemporary side xeriscape partial sun garden in Seville with a garden path.
New build garden - Olympic park Stratford
New build garden - Olympic park Stratford
Melanie Hick Garden DesignMelanie Hick Garden Design
This blank canvas space in a new build in London's Olympic park had a bespoke transformation without digging down into soil. The entire design sits on a suspended patio above a carpark and includes bespoke features like a pergola, seating, bug hotel, irrigated planters and green climbers. The garden is a haven for a young family who love to bring their natural finds back home after walks.
Putney
Putney
Harry Holding StudioHarry Holding Studio
A contemporary garden for a family in South London. The planting is naturalistic and wildlife friendly, softening the sharp geometry employed in the hard landscaping. Seen here in summer with the echinacea, echinops and kniphofia in full bloom.
Sage-Scented Spa
Sage-Scented Spa
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
A little splashing is a good thing here, as fragrant White Sage and delicate Lilac Verbena will enjoy the drink!
Inspiration for a large contemporary back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a waterfall, concrete paving and a stone fence.
Rammed Earth Landscape
Rammed Earth Landscape
Solstice Design StudioSolstice Design Studio
Rammed earth landscape walls and planter as part of a water-wise native plant garden.
Small farmhouse front xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Columbus with a garden path and mulch.
3D rendering for a landscape project - Cozy small firepit area for a modern home
3D rendering for a landscape project - Cozy small firepit area for a modern home
Vscape - Outdoor DesignVscape - Outdoor Design
3D rendering for a landscape design project in Claremont, CA.
Photo of a small mediterranean front xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Los Angeles with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a wood fence.
Hudson Bend Hilltop Estate
Hudson Bend Hilltop Estate
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
These homeowners came to us wanting to update their property with new plantings at the street, which matched the existing landscaping of the neighborhood, as well as update the various beds around their foundation. The existing beds throughout the property became overgrown and needed a bit of breathing room to allow space for the new plants to fill in. The old vegetation was ripped out and replaced with both native, and adapted plants. The wooded area in the backyard was rid of debris, and a drainage system was added using the rocks that were in their previous landscape design. Not only were the materials able to be recycled, they are now used to help prevent continued erosion of the hillside by taking the water from the sloped driveway and giving it a path toward the woods. Limestone was the chosen replacement because it is cohesive with the neighbor’s landscaping and the pre-existing stairs in the backyard. Blocks of limestone were used to line the new beds and build a new fire pit to accessorize the beautiful view!
Radics backyard oasis
Radics backyard oasis
Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.
Birds eye view of space!
Small modern back xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Seattle with a garden path and gravel.
Killer Eighties Swaim
Killer Eighties Swaim
Prideaux DesignPrideaux Design
Design ideas for a medium sized modern side xeriscape partial sun garden in Other with a desert look and concrete paving.
Backyard Fun
Backyard Fun
MC Design LLCMC Design LLC
The importance of having multiple seating areas, both indoors and outdoors, is often undervalued, yet always appreciated by visitors. This floating bench is made out of knotty alder and is the perfect spot to view a competitive game of bocce ball.
Black Bear
Black Bear
Environmental Designs, Inc.Environmental Designs, Inc.
The steep grades were by far the biggest challenge to this project. In order to create a usable, safe and attractive space it was necessary to get creative with steps and boulders. Landscape Construction: Environmental Designs, Inc.; Landscape Architecture Design: MARPA
Casa del Arte
Casa del Arte
Roxy DesignsRoxy Designs
Photo: © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
This is an example of a classic back xeriscape partial sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Ojai Pool Deck, Water Feature & Gazebo - Front Yard - Water Feature - Flow 4
Ojai Pool Deck, Water Feature & Gazebo - Front Yard - Water Feature - Flow 4
Haney Landscape, Inc.Haney Landscape, Inc.
Photo of a large traditional front xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Santa Barbara with a water feature and mulch.
Historical Garden Retreat
Historical Garden Retreat
NC DesignsNC Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in San Luis Obispo with a garden path and gravel.
Mediterranean Modern
Mediterranean Modern
Landwell Design + Build Co.Landwell Design + Build Co.
Medium sized contemporary courtyard xeriscape partial sun garden in San Luis Obispo with a garden path and concrete paving.
Small Yard conversion with Path and Low Water use Plantings
Small Yard conversion with Path and Low Water use Plantings
UserUser
This yard started with dead grass, no irrigation to the back planter, water seeping through the block wall and the yard felt small. We removed all grass, removed the dirt in the planter, tar backed the wall and added a valve and PVC line for irrigation. We then started the new design incorporating small moundings with a natural path and low water use plantings. Deana M. Chiavola
Plant Combinations - Northern California Gardens
Plant Combinations - Northern California Gardens
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
Foxtail fern and Dianella Variegata Tasmanian Tiger.
Design ideas for a mediterranean sloped xeriscape partial sun garden for autumn in San Francisco with natural stone paving.
Sustainable Hillsborough Garden
Sustainable Hillsborough Garden
The Garden Route CompanyThe Garden Route Company
Richard Radford
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean back xeriscape partial sun garden in San Francisco with a potted garden and gravel.

Partial Sun Xeriscape 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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