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Milton Residence
Milton Residence
a Blade of Grassa Blade of Grass
Photo by Pete Cadieux
Photo of a medium sized classic side fully shaded garden in Boston with natural stone paving.
Arbors
Arbors
Viking FenceViking Fence
This is an example of a medium sized classic front fully shaded garden for spring in Dallas with concrete paving.
Japanese Garden: second pond during the summer.
Japanese Garden: second pond during the summer.
Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.
This is an example of a large traditional back garden in San Diego with a water feature.
Aluminum Fencing
Aluminum Fencing
National Fence Systems, Inc.National Fence Systems, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional back garden in New York.
Traditional Landscape
Traditional Landscape
This is an example of a large traditional back partial sun garden in San Francisco with a vegetable patch and gravel.
Drainage Solutions
Drainage Solutions
Sunrise Landscape + DesignSunrise Landscape + Design
A patio was built and walkway installed to the shed. A pipe was installed underneath the walkway with in the rock bed area for water to flow easily during rain storms and drain away from the home.
A historic Palo Alto craftsman
A historic Palo Alto craftsman
UserUser
We designed an entry fence and arbor that separated the house from the street, and at the same time enhanced the strong architectural bulk of the house. Photo-Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group
Creating enclosure and shade with Landscaping in your front yard
Creating enclosure and shade with Landscaping in your front yard
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
A simulated stream amongst the landscape allows water to flow out and not flood the area.
Large traditional front driveway partial sun garden for summer in Chicago.
Vegetable boxes on hill side
Vegetable boxes on hill side
Louise Leff LandscapeLouise Leff Landscape
This is an example of a medium sized classic back formal full sun garden in San Francisco with a vegetable patch and gravel.
Urns
Urns
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
Decorative garden urns and a backless bench are keyed in with the front entry.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front formal full sun garden for summer in Chicago with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Medina Outdoor Entertaining
Medina Outdoor Entertaining
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
This outdoor living space is a Pacific Northwest masterpiece. The homeowners requested an expansive entertainment area with easy viewing of the kids' playground. The covered structure blends with the existing style of the home and our crews created a natural space for the swim spa.
LaGrange Landscape
LaGrange Landscape
KD LandscapeKD Landscape
Bluestone and a fire await the next guests. Landscape design by John Algozzini.
Photo of a large traditional back fully shaded garden for summer in Chicago with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Rock Wall + Concrete Steps
Rock Wall + Concrete Steps
Symbiotic Landscape, LLC.Symbiotic Landscape, LLC.
Photo of a medium sized classic front xeriscape full sun garden in Seattle with a retaining wall.
Phoenix, MD Private Rear Garden
Phoenix, MD Private Rear Garden
Lehnhoff's Landscaping, LLC.Lehnhoff's Landscaping, LLC.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional side formal partial sun garden for spring in Phoenix with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Lincoln Estate
Lincoln Estate
a Blade of Grassa Blade of Grass
Photo of a large traditional front garden in Boston with a rockery and gravel.
Mckenzie Residence
Mckenzie Residence
Jovak Landscape & Design Ltd.Jovak Landscape & Design Ltd.
Call of the Wild Photography
Medium sized traditional back private garden in Vancouver with concrete paving.
Urban Denver with Rustic Montana
Urban Denver with Rustic Montana
Environmental Designs, Inc.Environmental Designs, Inc.
The plant combinations attract butterflies, have fragrance and a variety of colors. Ninety percent of the yard consists of perennials but there is plenty of space for the homeowner to add annual color every year.
English Country Garden
English Country Garden
Pippa Schofield Garden DesignPippa Schofield Garden Design
Pippa Schofield
Photo of a large classic courtyard formal partial sun garden for summer in London with a water feature and natural stone paving.
Aberfoyle Park Project
Aberfoyle Park Project
Master Landscapers of SAMaster Landscapers of SA
Landscape Designer: Sphere Garden Design Studio
Photo of a large classic front formal full sun garden for spring in Adelaide with a water feature and brick paving.
Craftsman Garden
Craftsman Garden
The Ardent Gardener Landscape DesignThe Ardent Gardener Landscape Design
This is an example of a medium sized classic courtyard xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Salt Lake City with a garden path and concrete paving.

Premium Traditional Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional front garden design.

How should I design my traditional 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 traditional 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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