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Side Garden Ideas and Designs

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Dorset Courtyard Garden
Dorset Courtyard Garden
Fi Boyle Garden DesignFi Boyle Garden Design
Upper rear terrace is framed by a low stone wall. Borders set into the paving soften the hard landscaping.
Small classic side garden in Dorset.
Miami Beach Residence 2
Miami Beach Residence 2
Overmyer ArchitectsOvermyer Architects
Landscape Photo Credit: Maxwell Mackenzie
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean side garden seating in Miami with a garden path and natural stone paving.
SC 3
SC 3
Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.Jon Eric Christner ARCHITECT INC.
Garden Entry - General Contractor: Forte Estate Homes photo by Aidin Foster
Medium sized mediterranean side formal partial sun garden for spring in Orange County with natural stone paving and a pathway.
Projects
Projects
RDM ArchitectureRDM Architecture
This garden path was created next to the new master bedroom addition we designed as part of the Orr Residence renovation. The curving limestone paver path is defined by the plantings. RDM and the client selected plantings that are very happy in the shade as this part of the yard gets very little direct sunlight. Check out the rest of the Orr Residence photos as this project was all about outdoor living! This photo was one of the most popular "Design" images on Houzz in 2012 - http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1435436/thumbs/pt=fdc1686efe3dfb19657036963f01ae47/Houzz--Best-of-Remodeling-2012---Landscapes - and added to over 11,000 Ideabooks
Seneca Residence
Seneca Residence
Verdance Landscape ArchitectureVerdance Landscape Architecture
A stepping stone path meanders through drought-tolerant plantings including Dymondia, Rosemary 'Barbeque', and Euryops. The owner's favorite roses are integrated with Penstemon 'Apple Blossom' and variegated Tulbaghia 'Silver Lace' to provide color and contrast. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.
Country Farm Houseƒc
Country Farm Houseƒc
a Blade of Grassa Blade of Grass
Mixed planting bed of evergreens, deciduous trees and shrubs, and perennials.
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse side fully shaded garden in Boston with a flowerbed.
Side Yard Makeover by Shirley Bovshow of EdenMakersBlog.com
Side Yard Makeover by Shirley Bovshow of EdenMakersBlog.com
Shirley BovshowShirley Bovshow
Garden makeovers by Shirley Bovshow in Los Angeles.This was formerly an abandoned narrow side yard used only to store trash cans. Now it is a favorite garden stroll area for the homeowner. See the complete makeover: http://edenmakersblog.com/?p=893 Photo and design by Shirley Bovshow
Mid-Century Modern Landscape - Fox Point, WI
Mid-Century Modern Landscape - Fox Point, WI
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
The linear bed of grasses is the same length as the narrow window on the home. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury side full sun garden for summer in Milwaukee.
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Less Is More.....Unless It's A Bore
Hursthouse Landscape Architects and ContractorsHursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors
The bluestone entry and poured-in-place concrete create strength of line in the front while the plantings softly transition to the back patio space.
Photo of an expansive retro side partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with natural stone paving and a garden path.
West Seattle Modern Living
West Seattle Modern Living
Orion RockscapesOrion Rockscapes
Inspiration for a modern side fully shaded garden for summer in Seattle with concrete paving.
Wood Fence
Wood Fence
Unique Fence & GateUnique Fence & Gate
Inspiration for a small classic side fully shaded garden in Dallas.
Traditional Landscape
Traditional Landscape
Inspiration for a traditional side partial sun garden for spring in Portland with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Mountain View Contemporary
Mountain View Contemporary
Skyline design studioSkyline design studio
Inspiration for a contemporary side garden in San Francisco.
Beautiful Gardens
Beautiful Gardens
Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLCElise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional side formal garden in New York with a garden path and gravel.
Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.
Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.
Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.Jeremy Russell Stone Masonry, LLC.
PA true blue thermalled flagstone walkway
This is an example of a large traditional side formal full sun garden for autumn in Philadelphia with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Wood Fences
Wood Fences
VIKING FENCE COVIKING FENCE CO
Medium sized classic side driveway full sun garden for spring in Austin with a retaining wall and brick paving.
Mediterranean Terraced - Side Garden
Mediterranean Terraced - Side Garden
Bosler Earth DesignBosler Earth Design
We terraced the side of the house and planted a Mediterranean garden. For circulation, we created a decomposed granit path softening the staight lines of the terrace Daniel Bosler Photography
van Adelsberg / Grant Residence
van Adelsberg / Grant Residence
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Photos By; Nate Grant
Photo of a contemporary side garden in Portland with a wood fence.
Grace Design Associates
Grace Design Associates
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
Art Walk *Sustainable Sites Gold Rated Project
Inspiration for a medium sized mediterranean side xeriscape garden in Santa Barbara.
Eco-Conscious Transformation
Eco-Conscious Transformation
Rich Mathers Construction, Inc.Rich Mathers Construction, Inc.
Jonathan Pearlman Elevation Architects
Traditional side private garden in San Francisco.

Side Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed 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 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 front garden design.

How should I design my 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 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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