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Sloped Garden with Decorative Stones Ideas and Designs

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Planted Dry Creek
Planted Dry Creek
Eden Garden DesignEden Garden Design
Planted dry creek with limestone boulders and river rock provides a beautiful and functional drainage solution along the frontage of a sloping property. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/
Dry Creek Bed
Dry Creek Bed
J&S Sand and Gravel, LLC.J&S Sand and Gravel, LLC.
Various sizes of River Rock used to mitigate temporary drainage issues while creating visual interest as a dry creek bed.
Inspiration for a sloped full sun garden in Dallas with decorative stones.
Glorious Lakeside Perch
Glorious Lakeside Perch
LandWorks, Inc.LandWorks, Inc.
LandWorks first navigated a most challenging local government approval process because of this home’s placement on a lake, but it was passed by local government and came together beautifully. Our lovely clients trusted our team to deliver on an involved hardscape and landscape project that featured multi-level patios, several stone staircases, an involved water feature, an elaborate drainage infrastructure – not to mention a switchback, severe-incline path from lake pier to terrace. The stunning lakeside property features bluestone paving throughout, an outdoor grill counter, decorative driveway details at the home’s front entry, and lush plantings with tons of spring, summer and fall color. We had a brilliant and experienced crew on the very involved hardscape install and a talented, creative, painstaking crew on the perennial installs.
Railroad Ties Tamed
Railroad Ties Tamed
Greenbee Landscape, Inc.Greenbee Landscape, Inc.
The accessible slope offers different perspectives of the living water feature, which lights up at night
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary sloped xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with a water feature and decorative stones.
Shell Beach Contemporary
Shell Beach Contemporary
Mark Sullivan Fine Custom Homes Inc.Mark Sullivan Fine Custom Homes Inc.
Photo of a contemporary sloped garden in San Luis Obispo with a rockery and decorative stones.
Escaliers de jardin avec bassin d'agrément
Escaliers de jardin avec bassin d'agrément
Chatelain PaysagesChatelain Paysages
Escaliers en pierre naturelle. Terrasse en bois Bassin d'agrément Plantation
Inspiration for a contemporary sloped garden in Other with a waterfall and decorative stones.
Spring Lake Estate
Spring Lake Estate
Austin Parnow Landscape DesignAustin Parnow Landscape Design
Sloped xeriscape partial sun garden in San Francisco with a rockery and decorative stones.
Water Feature
Water Feature
Canadian Timberframes LtdCanadian Timberframes Ltd
Water feature at the rear of this 9000 sq ft home.
Photo of a rustic sloped garden in Denver with a waterfall and decorative stones.
Drago pequeño con iluminación
Drago pequeño con iluminación
Hortus PaisajismoHortus Paisajismo
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired sloped garden for summer in Valencia with decorative stones and a wood fence.
Romantic Hideaway-Stage One
Romantic Hideaway-Stage One
Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.
The lower terraced Citrus Orchard is now easily accessed and became a usable space for the clients.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean sloped xeriscape full sun garden in San Diego with a pathway and decorative stones.
Project Highlights
Project Highlights
Kalorama Landscape, Inc.Kalorama Landscape, Inc.
Design ideas for a classic sloped xeriscape garden in Los Angeles with decorative stones.
Patterson Project
Patterson Project
Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.
Our client had a very steep rear yard that was virtually unusable, albeit quite large. We were hired to design and build a functional yard utilizing large outcropping boulders to create tiers for family get togethers, planters, and treed areas. The project rounded off with side yard privacy in the form of Columnar Spruce, as well as concrete edging and aggregate bedding for ease of maintenance. What a great project!!
Outdoor Stairs Of Boulders
Outdoor Stairs Of Boulders
Big Rock LandscapingBig Rock Landscaping
Outdoor staircases are required in a slopped yard, but they can be a stunning focal point rather than an eye sore.
Photo of a contemporary sloped garden in Salt Lake City with a rockery, decorative stones and a metal fence.
Outdoor Living Space - Miamisburg
Outdoor Living Space - Miamisburg
J Squared Outdoor Living & LightingJ Squared Outdoor Living & Lighting
Design ideas for a small classic sloped partial sun garden in Other with a retaining wall and decorative stones.
Kingston Hillside Gardens
Kingston Hillside Gardens
The Brooklyn Garden Club Inc.The Brooklyn Garden Club Inc.
Nearly completed ' dry creek' constructed to control storm water runoff using a mix of variable sized river rock and a naturalized design model.
This is an example of a rustic sloped fully shaded garden in New York with a garden path and decorative stones.
AFTER - Closer view of planted layers
AFTER - Closer view of planted layers
Metamorphic DesignMetamorphic Design
Plants of similar mature height and spread were selected to create a overall harmonious arrangement
Photo of a medium sized modern sloped xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Vancouver with decorative stones.
Shoreline, Embankment & Bunkie
Shoreline, Embankment & Bunkie
Headstart Construction Inc.Headstart Construction Inc.
Photo of an expansive traditional sloped partial sun garden for summer in Other with a rockery and decorative stones.
Hllside Reno
Hllside Reno
Barski HardscapingBarski Hardscaping
Brought functionality to this side yard by adding this ledgestone step system from Unilock, natural sandstone, river rock and low maintenance planting.
Dibbits Waterfall
Dibbits Waterfall
Lavish GardensLavish Gardens
Massive waterfall project in Trenton Ontario.
Photo of an expansive scandi sloped garden in Other with a waterfall and decorative stones.
Brookhaven, Atlanta Custom Stone Retaining Decorative Walls and Steps
Brookhaven, Atlanta Custom Stone Retaining Decorative Walls and Steps
ARNOLD Masonry & LandscapeARNOLD Masonry & Landscape
custom built tennessee fieldstone stone dry stack retaining wall with flagstone cap. bettered / angled wall for aesthetics.
This is an example of a large rustic sloped driveway garden in Atlanta with a retaining wall and decorative stones.

Sloped Garden with Decorative Stones 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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