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Patio with a Vegetable Patch and No Cover Ideas and Designs

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Nantucket Residence
Nantucket Residence
Sudbury Design GroupSudbury Design Group
Located in one on the country’s most desirable vacation destinations, this vacation home blends seamlessly into the natural landscape of this unique location. The property includes a crushed stone entry drive with cobble accents, guest house, tennis court, swimming pool with stone deck, pool house with exterior fireplace for those cool summer eves, putting green, lush gardens, and a meandering boardwalk access through the dunes to the beautiful sandy beach. Photography: Richard Mandelkorn Photography
Raised Garden Bed
Raised Garden Bed
Oakford Home FurnishingsOakford Home Furnishings
This client requested a two tiered raised vegetable garden for his Philadelphia row home. Photo shows the finished project.
Photo of a medium sized traditional back patio in Philadelphia with a vegetable patch and no cover.
New Construction
New Construction
Hoebeke Builders, Inc.Hoebeke Builders, Inc.
The mystery of evening moonlighting in the garden, Doug Greenley of Greenley Lighting turned our new construction into something magical.
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Dallas with a vegetable patch, gravel and no cover.
A Coordination of Inlays
A Coordination of Inlays
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Medium sized bohemian back patio in Richmond with a vegetable patch, concrete paving and no cover.
Rénovation d'une maison de 165m2 sur 4 niveaux à Boulogne
Rénovation d'une maison de 165m2 sur 4 niveaux à Boulogne
SMDcoSMDco
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic back patio in Paris with a vegetable patch, no cover and concrete paving.
New Orleans Style Courtyard
New Orleans Style Courtyard
Cascade Outdoor DesignCascade Outdoor Design
This beachfront home is along a main road, so the homeowner wanted to combine her love of the city of New Orleans with her desire to create an intimate space at the front of her home. This courtyard features authentic touches such as a functional City of New Orleans manhole cover, decorative City of New Orleans water meter covers, and wall sconces from Bevolo Gas & Electric Lights. A custom pelican tile mosaic, pelican statue, and sailboat water feature bring a nautical element to the space. An awkward, unusable planter was creatively converted to give the appearance of a basement level apartment by adding a custom iron gate, brick steps to a wooden door, and a back lit stained glass window. A custom cypress pergola frames the patio space directly off of the master bedroom. Raised planters provide a space not only for visual interest, but also edibles and soft lighting. Photos copyright Cascade Outdoor Design, LLC
Ballard Backyard Makeover
Ballard Backyard Makeover
Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLCUrban Oasis Design & Construction LLC
Photo of a medium sized classic back patio in Seattle with a vegetable patch, concrete paving and no cover.
5 Senses In The Garden
5 Senses In The Garden
Spirit Garden DesignSpirit Garden Design
Edibles can be incorporated into designated veggie planters or planted directly into the garden. Incorporating fruit trees, blueberries, and huckleberries allow for convenient harvesting and munching by kids young and old.
the tennessee flagstone
the tennessee flagstone
J&A Stone WorkJ&A Stone Work
natural tennessee flagstone , will go with just about any color of the house or give you the nice and soft contrast some times we look for, non slippery and easy to clean . always beautiful .
Cascadia Tiered Planter
Cascadia Tiered Planter
Jackson & PerkinsJackson & Perkins
Like no other planter you've ever seen, this three-tiered structure allows you to create a unique piece of living architecture anywhere in your garden or outdoor-living area. As well made as it is attractive, this innovative planter is constructed of 100% Western Red Cedar that's naturally decay resistant. The corner joints are reinforced for increased durability. The Cascadia Planter comes with multiple installation options, which allows you to get the exact look you're wanting. It's perfect for creating a unique focal point, even in the off-season when it isn't overflowing with blooms. Proudly crafted in the USA, this decorative and fully functional planter holds approximately 4 cu. ft. of soil. If it is going to be displayed on a deck or other non-porous surface, it is recommended that a plastic liner (not included) be placed under the base tier. Assembly and care instructions included. Overall dimensions: 28" W x 28" D x 15" H. Tier dimensions: Large - 28" x 28"; Medium - 20" x 20"; Small - 12" x 12".
The sun is always shining in this "get away" remodel
The sun is always shining in this "get away" remodel
Peregrine Design BuildPeregrine Design Build
Susan Teare
Medium sized traditional back patio in Burlington with a vegetable patch, natural stone paving and no cover.
Windsor Farmhouse
Windsor Farmhouse
Geared for Growing Landscape ServicesGeared for Growing Landscape Services
Expansive country back patio in San Francisco with a vegetable patch, decomposed granite and no cover.
Edible Retreat
Edible Retreat
UserUser
Crushed gravel patio surrounded by raised bed vegetable gardens with drip irrigation enclosed by cedar fence, colorful perennials and edible berries. Jeremy Brodeur
Flagstone Patio with Custom Garden Beds
Flagstone Patio with Custom Garden Beds
Ecology ArtisansEcology Artisans
Redwood garden bed with drip irrigation system installed. Beds are 20" deep providing sufficient uncompacted growing space for veggies. Flagstone patio replaced a soggy, patchwork grass area.
A Coordination of Inlays
A Coordination of Inlays
Outdoor DreamsOutdoor Dreams
Photo of a medium sized eclectic back patio in Richmond with a vegetable patch, concrete paving and no cover.
Country Farmhouse Gathering
Country Farmhouse Gathering
Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.
Small rural back patio in Bridgeport with a vegetable patch, gravel and no cover.
Modern Planter Beds
Modern Planter Beds
California Landscape ConstructionCalifornia Landscape Construction
We installed a raised garden bed made of redwood with individual timed sprinklers. This is a great contemporary garden with minimal upkeep.
This is an example of a medium sized modern back patio in Orange County with a vegetable patch, no cover and concrete slabs.
The City Salad Box
The City Salad Box
Eden CondensedEden Condensed
Double City Salad Boxes
Small contemporary side patio in Los Angeles with a vegetable patch and no cover.
Unique Design
Unique Design
Eco Sustainable HomesEco Sustainable Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back patio in Melbourne with concrete paving, no cover and a vegetable patch.
Pear St
Pear St
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
This small urban patio transformed into a productive, edible oasis.
Inspiration for a small classic back patio in Santa Barbara with a vegetable patch and no cover.

Patio with a Vegetable Patch and No Cover Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.
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