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Ornamental grasses in foreground, low water plants and paths in background
Ornamental grasses in foreground, low water plants and paths in background
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
Succulents, grasses and low-water shrubs with vivid foliage give this coastal garden a rich, textured look with minimal maintenance. Photos by Daniel Bosler
Contemporary Backyard Remodel
Contemporary Backyard Remodel
Land Studio CLand Studio C
Inspiration for a small contemporary side xeriscape partial sun garden for autumn in San Francisco with a living wall and concrete paving.
Suburban Modern with Pool
Suburban Modern with Pool
Little Miracles DesignsLittle Miracles Designs
In a suburb less than 3 miles from Manhattan an old house underwent a major facelift. I had a good fortune of being invited to participate on the garden design and installation. In the front a simple corten steel frame lifts an arrangement of Carex Pensilvanica, that will mature into a lawn that will not need mowing. Playful clusters of Boxwoods add structure and winter interest.
Hampstead Small Garden
Hampstead Small Garden
Peter Reader LandscapesPeter Reader Landscapes
A close up view of the semi-formal bed.
This is an example of a small contemporary back partial sun garden in London.
A side return large enough for a garden.
A side return large enough for a garden.
Sprout UpSprout Up
Round the corner a bespoke floating bench sits over a pebble shadow with lighting underneath.
Design ideas for a small modern back formal full sun garden for summer in London with a living wall and gravel.
Full Sun and Herbs Front Yard
Full Sun and Herbs Front Yard
Erin Lau Landscape Design- SeattleErin Lau Landscape Design- Seattle
Suzy Bichl, photography
Photo of a small contemporary front full sun garden for spring in Seattle with gravel.
City Garden- Bluestone patio
City Garden- Bluestone patio
Bradford Associates, LLCBradford Associates, LLC
Homes in the city often have limited space. A well planted, well designed outdoor space can provide both screening from neighbors as well as an outdoor room for entertaining and quiet enjoyment.
Los Feliz Modern Oasis
Los Feliz Modern Oasis
Becky Bourdeau Designs IncBecky Bourdeau Designs Inc
Shirak Agresta; Sidney Michael; Annette Gutierrez; Becky Bourdeau
This is an example of a small modern back xeriscape full sun garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and gravel.
A Gardener's Garden: The Gardens at Soul Safari™
A Gardener's Garden: The Gardens at Soul Safari™
Brett Maloney Landscapes, LLCBrett Maloney Landscapes, LLC
Red Garden Bench in the garden at Soul Safari™. This bench can be a great DIY project. This is the first bench I designed and built early on in our business. Its construction is all 2x4 lumber, making straight cuts and screwing or nailing the cut pieces together. Photo by Landscape Artist: Brett D. Maloney.
Humphrey's Patio, Walkway, and Landscape
Humphrey's Patio, Walkway, and Landscape
Garden Of Eden Landscaping ServicesGarden Of Eden Landscaping Services
Using shrubs and perennials to dot the landscape as the walkway weaves its way to the back yard from the driveway
Photo of a small classic garden in Columbus.
Pet-Friendly Artificial Grass
Pet-Friendly Artificial Grass
SYNLawnSYNLawn
Your dogs will be sure to love our SYNLawn artificial grass because it's a soft surface they can play or relax on, and best of all, you won't have to worry about muddy paws! © SYNLawn artificial grass - all rights reserved.
Bed-Stuy Backyard Garden I
Bed-Stuy Backyard Garden I
Staghorn NYCStaghorn NYC
Staghorn NYC designed and installed this townhouse backyard garden for a young family in Brooklyn. The clients requested a pea gravel patio for it's casual style and great drainage properties and a palette of mostly native plants. River birch trees anchor the back of the yard and provide dappled shade, and lush border plantings give color and interest during all four seasons.
Tiny Gravel Garden
Tiny Gravel Garden
Fenton Roberts Garden DesignFenton Roberts Garden Design
Jo Fenton
Design ideas for a small classic courtyard formal partial sun garden for summer in London with a garden path and gravel.
Outdoor Cabana
Outdoor Cabana
Beyond LandscapingBeyond Landscaping
This is an example of a small classic back fully shaded garden in Toronto with concrete paving.
Drought 2015 gardens
Drought 2015 gardens
Susie Dowd Markarian, Landscape DesignSusie Dowd Markarian, Landscape Design
Chris Kitterdge Photography, Susie Dowd Markarian Designer, Santa Rosa CA. LANDZEN contractor
This is an example of a small mediterranean front full sun garden in San Francisco with a vegetable patch and gravel.
Victorian End Terrace Front Garden
Victorian End Terrace Front Garden
Heather Dale Garden DesignHeather Dale Garden Design
Single blocks of colour were used in the borders for impact. Bulbs have been included to extend the season of interest throughout the year.
Photo of a small victorian front formal fully shaded garden in Other with concrete paving.
Modern Courtyard
Modern Courtyard
Hoerr Schaudt Landscape ArchitectsHoerr Schaudt Landscape Architects
Scott Shigley
Design ideas for a small modern side formal partial sun garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
North Beach Courtyards
North Beach Courtyards
Cultivart Landscape DesignCultivart Landscape Design
Peta North
Photo of a small contemporary courtyard garden in Perth with natural stone paving.
Wallingford Small Space Art Garden
Wallingford Small Space Art Garden
Kim Rooney DesignKim Rooney Design
Landscape by Kim Rooney
Photo of a small classic back formal and private full sun garden in Seattle.
Artificial Lawn
Artificial Lawn
AZ Dreamscapes LLC.AZ Dreamscapes LLC.
Design ideas for a small classic front full sun garden in Phoenix with an outdoor sport court and gravel.

Small Green 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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