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Rustic Garden Ideas and Designs

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Complete Property Makeover
Complete Property Makeover
Down2Earth Landscape DesignDown2Earth Landscape Design
This is an example of a rustic side garden in Toronto with concrete paving.
Rustic Landscape
Rustic Landscape
Photo of a medium sized rustic back partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with brick paving.
Madison Valley Residence
Madison Valley Residence
Yellowstone TraditionsYellowstone Traditions
Derik Olsen Photography
Design ideas for an expansive rustic side formal partial sun garden in Other with natural stone paving.
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Arizona Artist Get-Away
Arizona Artist Get-Away
LoisMoore/PeriwinklesLoisMoore/Periwinkles
Inspiration for all creativity... Art work , rugs.
Inspiration for a rustic garden in Phoenix.
Residential Native Garden
Residential Native Garden
Regenerative Designs AustraliaRegenerative Designs Australia
Drought tolerant Australian Native Planting design adds colour and interest to the entry of this Queenslander home.
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic garden in Sunshine Coast.
Natural Stone Steps
Natural Stone Steps
Hebron LandscapeHebron Landscape
This project involved the design and installation of natural stone steps for the owner to gain access from the lake home to the shoreline. The use of natural stone was used, not only to maintain a natural aesthetic, but also to comply with local lake shore ordinances.
Lake House
Lake House
R.R. CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, LLCR.R. CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, LLC
Large rustic back partial sun garden in Other with concrete paving and a potted garden.
Garden of Splendor
Garden of Splendor
flora Distinctive Landscapesflora Distinctive Landscapes
Inspiration for an expansive rustic back xeriscape full sun garden in Denver with a fire feature, natural stone paving and a metal fence.
Miscellaneous $-$$ Projects
Miscellaneous $-$$ Projects
Creative Outdoor SpacesCreative Outdoor Spaces
Narrow Spaces...Consider lattice trellis for vertical vine plantings and incorporate pots for added dimension and interest. Ideal for planting perennials and annuals!!
Don & Naomi (Phase I)
Don & Naomi (Phase I)
Westland DesignWestland Design
This is an example of a rustic garden in Vancouver.
Outdoor Chimenea Setting - Austin
Outdoor Chimenea Setting - Austin
Stonewater Design and ConstructionStonewater Design and Construction
Photo of a medium sized rustic back full sun garden in Austin with a fire feature and gravel.
DIY Landscaping
DIY Landscaping
American StoneAmerican Stone
Parking strip art. Who said it needs to be straight grass?
This is an example of a medium sized rustic front xeriscape garden in Salt Lake City with gravel.
Iller Creek Residence
Iller Creek Residence
Pacific Garden DesignPacific Garden Design
Large rustic sloped garden in Seattle with a retaining wall and gravel.
Party Barn
Party Barn
Coppercreek LandscapingCoppercreek Landscaping
The homeowners built their barn to be more than a simple outbuilding. In addition to storing vehicles and equipment, it's decked out with space for having fun and entertaining. The landscape continues the party, providing additional gathering space while maintaining access for trailers and other large vehicles.
Past Landscape Projects
Past Landscape Projects
Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.
This is an example of a medium sized rustic back full sun garden in Calgary with a pond.
Vintage Outdoor Getaway
Vintage Outdoor Getaway
Punchjordan HomePunchjordan Home
This is an example of a medium sized rustic garden in Cleveland.
Steps & Pathways
Steps & Pathways
Verne Pershing, The Art of GardeningVerne Pershing, The Art of Gardening
Design ideas for a rustic sloped garden in Sacramento.
Colorful California Native Habitat
Colorful California Native Habitat
Edger Landscape DesignEdger Landscape Design
Alongside a backyard gazebo California natives such as Cleveland Sage, Redbud, Foothill Penstemon, and Canyon Dudleya announce spring.
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic back xeriscape garden for spring in San Francisco with natural stone paving.
Lawn Replacements with property views
Lawn Replacements with property views
Céladon Designs, Inc.Céladon Designs, Inc.
Photo of a large rustic back xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Santa Barbara with a garden path and gravel.

Rustic Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic front garden design.

How should I design my rustic 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 rustic 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.
Pond Side Gardens and Living Rooms
Pond Side Gardens and Living Rooms
Landcrafters - Michael A. Manke, ASLALandcrafters - Michael A. Manke, ASLA
Photo of a large rustic sloped formal garden seating in Milwaukee with a garden path and natural stone paving.
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