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Shabby-Chic Style Partial Sun Garden Ideas and Designs

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Una piccola serra tutta al femminile
Una piccola serra tutta al femminile
Arching - Architettura d'interni & home stagingArching - Architettura d'interni & home staging
Arching - Architettura d'interni & home staging
Small shabby-chic style back partial sun garden for spring in Milan.
Wimbledon, courtyard garden
Wimbledon, courtyard garden
Beaufort & Rampton LandscapesBeaufort & Rampton Landscapes
Photo of a small shabby-chic style courtyard partial sun garden for summer in London with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.
A Down-Sized Dream Garden
A Down-Sized Dream Garden
Landscape Projects, Inc.Landscape Projects, Inc.
Created for a couple moving to a smaller house and lot in order to “down¬-size” after their children had left home, this garden’s design presented many challenges. The wife, an ardent gardener, had a long wish list: a water feature; specific plants (including a river birch, a gingko tree, oakleaf hydrangeas, plants to attract butterflies, and trilliums), fragrance, a small patio, and a potting shed. She also wanted to eliminate grass from any part of the property, and to have space to plant annuals (in containers and other areas). In short, she wanted a small “dream garden” created from a site that even she characterized as “disastrous-looking” at the outset. The wife wanted pathways that would allow her to visit all parts of the garden. The patio space did not need to be sizable because of the high deck off the back of the house, but the views from the deck were important. We accomplished all of the clients' goals, and designed a series of small "garden rooms" in the backyard to create the illusion of a larger space. We also designed a "faux potting shed" front to screen the area under the deck and incorporated a raised planting bed for annuals and herbs, which was featured in an article in Fine Gardening the following year as an inventive way to disguise an eyesore in the landscape. This garden received an Award of Distinction in 2009 from the DC/MD/VA Landscape Contractors Association. A view from the deck into the corner of the back yard, with a crape myrtle to provide seasonal interest.© Melissa Clark Photography
CASA ALBERCA: REHABILITACION INTEGRAL BIOCLIMÁTICA
CASA ALBERCA: REHABILITACION INTEGRAL BIOCLIMÁTICA
ESPACIOS REVERSIBLESESPACIOS REVERSIBLES
En el jardín, ejemplo paradigmático de la tradición mediterránea, se rehabilita la alberca dotándola de un carácter lúdico. Los olivos centenarios situados a distintos niveles evocan los aterrazamientos de la agricultura levantina mientras el pozo nos recuerda la tradición vernácula de casa patio. Los antiguos portones a norte se convierten en grandes ventanales que proyectan las perspectivas hacia el exterior, generando un efecto multiplicador del espacio habitable y difuminando la frontera interior/exterior. En una región como Murcia, con trescientos días de sol al año, la conexión de la casa con el jardín resulta esencial.
Sharpe Ranch/ Vegetable Garden
Sharpe Ranch/ Vegetable Garden
Newhaven Builders Inc.Newhaven Builders Inc.
This is an example of a large vintage back formal partial sun garden in Santa Barbara with a potted garden and gravel.
Relaxing city refuge
Relaxing city refuge
City Garden CompanyCity Garden Company
Inspiration for a medium sized shabby-chic style back xeriscape partial sun garden for summer in Atlanta with a fireplace and concrete paving.
Small Garden Projects
Small Garden Projects
David Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW FlDavid Bauer, Cornerstone Builders of SW Fl
Water Re-use project using the Overflow Water coming from the Reverse Osmosis System. The waste line was run underground to the back of the fountain post and attached to the garden hose valve. The valve is locked in the open position to always allow flow when the system needs it. The watering can is removable to use the water for nearby potted plants. If the water is not used for plants it overflows to refill the bird bath with fresh water for the birds. Since the build several birds make it a regular stop in there day.
Cosy Nest for Someone Special Ranch Style
Cosy Nest for Someone Special Ranch Style
Ambiance Garden Design, LLCAmbiance Garden Design, LLC
Suzanne Wilkerson
This is an example of a medium sized vintage front formal partial sun garden for summer in Charlotte with a garden path.
San Marcos Going Wild
San Marcos Going Wild
Sweet Smiling LandscapesSweet Smiling Landscapes
Medium sized romantic back xeriscape partial sun garden in Santa Barbara with a water feature and decomposed granite.
Zilker Native Chic
Zilker Native Chic
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
his yard was transformed from a bland bilder basic to a fun and lush xeriscaped entry way. To make the yard feel bigger, we removed the driveway and used gravel from end to end, creating an open, borderless planting and patio space across the entire front yard. For extra security and privacy, a fence was added along the front, which features an automatic gate for easy use as they come and go. With the limestone facade being one of the customers least favorite features of the house, we planted fig ivy vines to grow and cover it.
G A R D E N - Pacific Northwest
G A R D E N - Pacific Northwest
Lore PattersonLore Patterson
garden vignette | Lore Patterson
This is an example of a small romantic back formal partial sun garden for summer in Seattle.
Patios
Patios
Tabor Group LandscapeTabor Group Landscape
Alyssa Lee Photography
Inspiration for a large shabby-chic style front driveway partial sun garden for autumn in Minneapolis with a garden path and mulch.
Camelot
Camelot
CMHP Design, LLCCMHP Design, LLC
Stone walls are made of Apache brown fieldstone. The concrete drive is stained in a buff color. Photo and landscape design by Carissa Hood-Pope
Inspiration for a vintage front partial sun garden in Other with a retaining wall.
Bee Garden / Apiary
Bee Garden / Apiary
UserUser
An under-utilised corner of the garden was transformed into a romantic apiary, or bee-yard, featuring brightly painted hives and vintage furniture. The pebbles are a practical surface for working on the hives and retain water for the plants. Plants selected are a mix of bee-friendly perennials, herbs and vegetables, including dahlia, salvia leucanthe, anenome japonica and dianthus, buckwheat, blue kale, rhubarb, and silver lemon thyme. Woolly thyme, festuca coxii and purple alyssum soften the pebbles. Photos by Dee McQuillan
Hastings Residence
Hastings Residence
Shape Architecture LtdShape Architecture Ltd
Photograph David Merewether
Inspiration for a medium sized romantic back formal partial sun garden for spring in Sussex with natural stone paving and a flowerbed.
Cambridge St, Pimlico, London
Cambridge St, Pimlico, London
Filipa T | Landscape & Garden DesignFilipa T | Landscape & Garden Design
Planting scheme providing a lush rain forest mossy feel, where Soleirolia soleirolii, Adiantum and Pinus mugo mounds have spread amazingly. Hydrangeas, scented geraniums and campanula colour the space during Summer - Autumn, and the very mature Jasmine (pre-existing) is an absolute delight. Container planting is scattered around with annual planting for year-round interest, where a large Olive tree provides height. The large mirror with wood step blends beautifully and makes believe there's an extension to this small garden.
Outdoor Dinner Party
Outdoor Dinner Party
Dolce Design GroupDolce Design Group
Ali Mae Photography
This is an example of a small vintage back partial sun garden for summer in Orange County.
Bee Garden / Apiary
Bee Garden / Apiary
UserUser
An under-utilised corner of the garden was transformed into a romantic apiary, or bee-yard, featuring brightly painted hives and vintage furniture. The pebbles are a practical surface for working on the hives and retain water for the plants. Plants selected are a mix of bee-friendly perennials, herbs and vegetables, including dahlia, salvia leucanthe, anenome japonica and dianthus, buckwheat, blue kale, rhubarb, and silver lemon thyme. Woolly thyme, festuca coxii and purple alyssum soften the pebbles. Photos by Dee McQuillan
Zilker Native Chic
Zilker Native Chic
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
his yard was transformed from a bland bilder basic to a fun and lush xeriscaped entry way. To make the yard feel bigger, we removed the driveway and used gravel from end to end, creating an open, borderless planting and patio space across the entire front yard. For extra security and privacy, a fence was added along the front, which features an automatic gate for easy use as they come and go. With the limestone facade being one of the customers least favorite features of the house, we planted fig ivy vines to grow and cover it.
Bluestone Flagstone
Bluestone Flagstone
Finley's Tree & Landcare, Inc.Finley's Tree & Landcare, Inc.
Landscaping with new lawn and new planting.
Small vintage back formal partial sun garden in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.

Shabby-Chic Style Partial Sun Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style front garden design.

How should I design my shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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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