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Scandinavian Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

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Georgetown Ave Garden by Growsgreen
Georgetown Ave Garden by Growsgreen
Growsgreen Landscape DesignGrowsgreen Landscape Design
Growsgreen Landscape Design, photo by Caitlin Atkinson.
Photo of a medium sized scandinavian back xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Tuolumne
Tuolumne
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
Photo of a large scandi front xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Santa Barbara with a pathway and gravel.
Альпийская горка в дизайне дачного участка
Альпийская горка в дизайне дачного участка
Ландшафтная мастерская Алены АрсеньевойЛандшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой
Натуральный камень в структуре альпийской горки на участке с уклоном - важный элемент ландшафтного дизайна дачного участка. Весной - подушковидные многолетние цветы создают цветущий ковер. Автор проекта: Алена Арсеньева. Реализация проекта и ведение работ - Владимир Чичмарь
Hummelheim - Insektenfreundlicher Familiengarten bei Berlin
Hummelheim - Insektenfreundlicher Familiengarten bei Berlin
Dendron Exterior Design - Gartengestaltung BerlinDendron Exterior Design - Gartengestaltung Berlin
Gaura lindheimeri / 'Whirling Butterflies'
Photo of a medium sized scandi front xeriscape full sun garden in Berlin with a flowerbed.
Цветники в стиле new perennials / ООО "РусВинил"
Цветники в стиле new perennials / ООО "РусВинил"
Максим ШкиревМаксим Шкирев
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian front xeriscape full sun garden in Other.
Piermont New York Scandinavian Modern
Piermont New York Scandinavian Modern
Design Farm GroupDesign Farm Group
Ipe wood accents help highlight the black exterior color of the this Cape re-design. In order to integrate the sloped terrain and create ample gathering spaces, we created various levels in the landscape. The terraced levels help open up the narrow space and provide better views to the Hudson River below. Ornamental grasses and ferns and a simple palette of white plantings create dimension against the black architecture. Native pea stone create simple yet thoughtful patios and walking paths. Photo Credit : Meeka Van der Wal Architect : Meg Fowler Builder : Joe Gambardella Landscape Designer : Meeka Van der Wal
Теплица Juliana Premium 13.0
Теплица Juliana Premium 13.0
Теплицы JulianaТеплицы Juliana
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian courtyard xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Moscow with a vegetable patch.
Oak Studded Hills - Frontyard Terrace
Oak Studded Hills - Frontyard Terrace
Califia EcodesignCalifia Ecodesign
Working with protected California Live Oaks to construct big liveable outdoor spaces for a home-schooled family of 5
This is an example of a large scandi front xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a rockery and decomposed granite.
Stonehouse Meadow
Stonehouse Meadow
Lavish GardensLavish Gardens
Seedbeds and ornamental grasses catching the glow of the morning sunrise.
Expansive scandi front xeriscape full sun garden for autumn in Other with a flowerbed.
Georgetown Ave Garden by Growsgreen
Georgetown Ave Garden by Growsgreen
Growsgreen Landscape DesignGrowsgreen Landscape Design
Growsgreen Landscape Design, photo by Caitlin Atkinson.
This is an example of a medium sized scandi back xeriscape full sun garden in San Francisco with a fire feature and concrete paving.
Stonehouse Meadow - Late Spring
Stonehouse Meadow - Late Spring
Lavish GardensLavish Gardens
The Stonehouse Meadow in late spring. A pollinator metropolis, with chives, alliums, arnica, penstemon, valerian in full bloom.
Design ideas for an expansive scandinavian front xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Other with a garden path, natural stone paving and a stone fence.
Теплица Juliana Premium 13.0
Теплица Juliana Premium 13.0
Теплицы JulianaТеплицы Juliana
Photo of a medium sized scandi courtyard xeriscape full sun garden for spring in Moscow with a vegetable patch.
Hummelheim - Insektenfreundlicher Familiengarten bei Berlin
Hummelheim - Insektenfreundlicher Familiengarten bei Berlin
Dendron Exterior Design - Gartengestaltung BerlinDendron Exterior Design - Gartengestaltung Berlin
Verbena bonariensis - Eisenkraut - Argentinian vervain Stipa gigantea Stipa tenuissima Thymus praecox Pinus mugo Santolina Lavandula Rocks Phlomis Clematis Magnolia Salvia
Oak Studded Hills - Frontyard Terrace
Oak Studded Hills - Frontyard Terrace
Califia EcodesignCalifia Ecodesign
Working with protected California Live Oaks to construct big liveable outdoor spaces for a home-schooled family of 5
Design ideas for a large scandi front xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a rockery and decomposed granite.
Навес из металла и дикого винограда, летняя банька с дровницей
Навес из металла и дикого винограда, летняя банька с дровницей
Юрьева Галина | Interior Design and Decorating |Юрьева Галина | Interior Design and Decorating |
Inspiration for a medium sized scandinavian back xeriscape partial sun pergola for summer with concrete paving and all fence materials.
КП Зеленый мыс
КП Зеленый мыс
Land-proektLand-proekt
Scandinavian courtyard xeriscape garden for summer in Moscow.
ARMO
ARMO
YOUHOUSEYOUHOUSE
Scandinavian front xeriscape garden in Other with natural stone paving.
Piermont New York Scandinavian Modern
Piermont New York Scandinavian Modern
Design Farm GroupDesign Farm Group
Natural stone walls and steps help highlight the black exterior color of the this Cape re-design. In order to integrate the sloped terrain and create ample gathering spaces, we created various levels in the landscape. The terraced levels help open up the narrow space and provide better views to the Hudson River below. Ornamental grasses and ferns and a simple palette of white plantings create dimension against the black architecture. Native pea stone create simple yet thoughtful patios and walking paths. Photo Credit : Meeka Van der Wal Architect : Meg Fowler Builder : Joe Gambardella Landscape Designer : Meeka Van der Wal
Tuolumne
Tuolumne
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
Inspiration for a large scandinavian back xeriscape partial sun garden for spring in Santa Barbara with a pathway and gravel.
Oak Studded Hills - Frontyard Terrace
Oak Studded Hills - Frontyard Terrace
Califia EcodesignCalifia Ecodesign
Working with protected California Live Oaks to construct big liveable outdoor spaces for a home-schooled family of 5
Design ideas for a large scandi front xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a rockery and decomposed granite.

Scandinavian Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian front garden design.

How should I design my Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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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