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Rustic Roof Garden Ideas and Designs

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Four Season Rooftop Farm
Four Season Rooftop Farm
Seattle Urban Farm CompanySeattle Urban Farm Company
These four custom cedar raised beds were constructed at the Seattle Urban Farm Co headquarters and delivered, fully assembled, to the clients rooftop deck. Each of the four raised beds include a cold frame structure that sits 2ʼ above the raised bed with interchangeable south-angled panels: greenhouse paneling for winter and shade cloth covering for summer. This addition to the raised beds will allow the client to continue growing crops throughout the year in the unique microclimate of a roof, protecting crops from excess heat, cold, and wind. Hilary Dahl
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Wild flower meadow next to the lake and apple orchards showcasing Upstate New York apple production. Some areas mowed for entertaining and tents.
This is an example of an expansive rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Fishcreek Falls Steamboat
Fishcreek Falls Steamboat
Green Roofs of ColoradoGreen Roofs of Colorado
Photos by: Lisa Lee Benjamin
This is an example of a medium sized rustic roof partial sun garden in Denver.
Water Song
Water Song
Shepherd Resources Inc / AIAShepherd Resources Inc / AIA
Rustic roof full sun garden in Denver.
Weekend Cottage
Weekend Cottage
Scott Mehaffey, landscape architectScott Mehaffey, landscape architect
Barbara Kasper photo
This is an example of a medium sized rustic roof fully shaded garden for spring in Chicago.
Red Hook Terrace/Garden
Red Hook Terrace/Garden
Bk BumpkinBk Bumpkin
This is an example of a small rustic roof full sun garden in New York with a vegetable patch and decking.
Olive Crest Estate - Gomes house
Olive Crest Estate - Gomes house
Blue Pearl Procurement Pty LtdBlue Pearl Procurement Pty Ltd
Blue Pearl Interiors & Procurement
This is an example of a rustic roof full sun garden in Other with gravel.
Park Slope Roof Deck
Park Slope Roof Deck
Bk BumpkinBk Bumpkin
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic roof full sun garden in New York with a potted garden and decking.
Notting Hill
Notting Hill
Amelia Bouquet Garden DesignAmelia Bouquet Garden Design
A roof terrace design in the heart of Notting Hill with luscious planting and room to entertain.
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic roof partial sun garden in London.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Native perennial gardens on the roof garden over the parking garage.
Design ideas for an expansive rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for summer in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Bodegas Beronia Rioja
Bodegas Beronia Rioja
arkhe paisajismoarkhe paisajismo
Paisajismo realizado para Bodegas Beronia, integrando el paisaje, con la arquitectura.
This is an example of an expansive rustic roof driveway full sun garden for spring in Other.
Four Season Rooftop Farm
Four Season Rooftop Farm
Seattle Urban Farm CompanySeattle Urban Farm Company
These four custom cedar raised beds were constructed at the Seattle Urban Farm Co headquarters and delivered, fully assembled, to the clients rooftop deck. Each of the four raised beds include a cold frame structure that sits 2ʼ above the raised bed with interchangeable south-angled panels: greenhouse paneling for winter and shade cloth covering for summer. This addition to the raised beds will allow the client to continue growing crops throughout the year in the unique microclimate of a roof, protecting crops from excess heat, cold, and wind. Hilary Dahl
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Roof Garden entrance which spans the roof of a parking garage. The plantings selected are native to UpState new York and consist of many plants that were historically used by Native Americans and settlers for medical purposes. The glass cold houses are windows to the underground garage.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Views looking out of the conference barn windows to the large roof garden.
Small rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for summer in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Stone paths and boulders leading to the rock garden and hunting equipment rooms.
Design ideas for an expansive rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Park Slope Roof Deck
Park Slope Roof Deck
Bk BumpkinBk Bumpkin
Photo of a medium sized rustic roof full sun garden in New York with a potted garden and decking.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Small rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for summer in New York with natural stone paving.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Views looking out of the conference barn windows to the large roof garden.
Photo of an expansive rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for summer in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Views of the large roof garden covering the parking garage from the conference barn windows.
Inspiration for an expansive rustic roof xeriscape full sun garden for summer in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Country Estate
Country Estate
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Expansive rustic roof driveway full sun garden for summer in New York with a garden path and concrete paving.

Rustic Roof 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.
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