Traditional Fully Shaded Garden Ideas and Designs

July back yard and pool
July back yard and pool
Lighthouse Outdoor Lighting of IndianapolisLighthouse Outdoor Lighting of Indianapolis
This project features many different materials in the landscape. Most notable was the boardwalk under the deck and the timber framed deck and patio cover. Accent lighting was added around the property to highlight trees, shrubs, fountains and walkways to add visual interest and extend the usability of the outdoor space long into the night for parties and gatherings.
Small Spaces
Small Spaces
Maria Hickey & Associates LandscapesMaria Hickey & Associates Landscapes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front formal fully shaded garden in Boston with a potted garden and natural stone paving.
Harbor View
Harbor View
Amy Martin Landscape DesignAmy Martin Landscape Design
Location: Cohasset, MA, United States This elegant property has gorgeous views of the harbor, with sweeping stone walls that create a terraced effect. Since the house was a warm beige, I felt a bold red would really bring it to life, mixed with burgundy foliage and big, dramatic grasses. Solomon's seal looks great with natural stone behind and Gallium Sweet Woodruff below. A bit of Gold Heart Bleeding Heart brightens is all up.
Lincoln Park Row House
Lincoln Park Row House
Brent Riechers Landscape (BRL LANDesign)Brent Riechers Landscape (BRL LANDesign)
Brent A. Riechers
Design ideas for a small classic front fully shaded garden in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Stone steps with living details
Stone steps with living details
Avant Gardening & Landscaping IncAvant Gardening & Landscaping Inc
Dense natural stone steps - like these durable snapped limestone ones - stand the test of time and look better with age.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back fully shaded garden for summer in Other with natural stone paving.
Saddlebrook Lane
Saddlebrook Lane
Fischer SchallesFischer Schalles
Design ideas for a large classic front driveway fully shaded garden for spring in Houston with a garden path and concrete paving.
Completed Landscapes
Completed Landscapes
JDS Design, LLCJDS Design, LLC
Landscaping around large trees using River rock accents
Medium sized classic front fully shaded garden in Dallas with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Award Winning New Canaan, CT Estate
Award Winning New Canaan, CT Estate
Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLCElise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC
Inspiration for an expansive classic side fully shaded garden for summer in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June
Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Kirsten Gentry and Terra Jenkins for Van Zelst, Inc.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional back fully shaded garden for spring in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Southcliff
Southcliff
Gardens for LivingGardens for Living
Medium sized classic back fully shaded garden for summer in Charlotte with a fire feature and natural stone paving.
Formal Backyard Garden
Formal Backyard Garden
Northwest Construction & Landscape, LLCNorthwest Construction & Landscape, LLC
Formal Backyard Garden Showcases the Beauty of Natural Gray Concrete This Pacific Northwest project called for a total backyard transformation that required a significant reduction in lawn space, most of which was saturated and mossy. Emily of Emily Russell Landscape Architecture designed this formal backyard garden which was installed by Northwest Construction & Landscape, LLC. Previously unused space was organized through the creation of a courtyard patio which functions as an extension of the house that the homeowner can use for family gatherings, entertaining, or reflection. Budgetary concerns led her to opt for concrete rather than a mortared flagstone patio. “I always let homeowners know that we can do either for them, but to me, going with concrete is an easy choice to make because of the cost savings,” says Colby Brand, President of Northwest of Construction & Landscape, LLC. Ashlar slate stamped concrete was suggested by Colby to mimic the pattern used in Emily’s conceptual design. The final plan featured natural gray, ashlar slate stamped concrete with antique coloring for texture. Colby and his team poured the steps first. Substantial in size – the rise is 4’ with a run of 5,’ and includes a 4’ landing on top – the steps allow an easy and fluid transition from inside to outside. After the steps were completed, the curved walkway on the side of the house was poured, connecting the backyard to the front yard. Instead of a conventional, rectangular shape for the 647 sf courtyard patio area, the formality of the plan called for sections of the concrete to bump out into the garden beds against the back side of the house, tying the contrasting elements together. Granite urns and curved, concrete benches purchased by the homeowner rest atop the rounded portion of the concrete and provide a space for sitting and an inviting view from the house. Regarding the final product, Emily Russell states, “My client and I are extremely happy with the finished patio. It's such an inviting space that is well loved and used on a regular basis.”
Naperville 40' English Arbor & Flagstone Pathway
Naperville 40' English Arbor & Flagstone Pathway
MILLER + MILLER Architectural PhotographyMILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography
Miller + Miller Real Estate A must see luxury house less than 3 miles from Downtown Naperville. Private and secluded home on a spectacular wooded lot that borders a 14-acre forest preserve. The front patio features perennials, a mahogany stream bridge, 2 mahogany pond decks overlooking koi ponds, waterfalls and 40′ English Arbor. 40′ English Arbor with Wisteria, Clematis, & Akebia. More than 75 trees on the property, along driveway & several ornamentals. Woodland garden with abundant daffodils, scylla, redbuds, columbine, bleeding hearts & lily of the valley. Kitchen garden.
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional courtyard driveway fully shaded garden for spring in Chicago with brick paving.
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Westover Landscape DesignWestover Landscape Design
Like most growing families, this client wanted to lure everyone outside. And when the family went outdoors, they were hoping to find flamboyant color, delicious fragrance, freshly grilled food, fun play-spaces, and comfy entertaining areas waiting. Privacy was an imperative. Seems basic enough. But a heap of challenges stood in the way between what they were given upon arrival and the family's ultimate dreamscape. Primary among the impediments was the fact that the house stands on a busy corner lot. Plus, the breakneck slope was definitely not playground-friendly. Fortunately, Westover Landscape Design rode to the rescue and literally leveled the playing field. Furthermore, flowing from space to space is a thoroughly enjoyable, ever-changing journey given the blossom-filled, year-around-splendiferous gardens that now hug the walkway and stretch out to the property lines. Soft evergreen hedges and billowing flowering shrubs muffle street noise, giving the garden within a sense of embrace. A fully functional (and frequently used) convenient outdoor kitchen/dining area/living room expand the house's floorplan into a relaxing, nature-infused on-site vacationland. Mission accomplished. With the addition of the stunning old-world stone fireplace and pergola, this amazing property is a welcome retreat for year round enjoyment. Mission accomplished. Rob Cardillo for Westover Landscape Design, Inc.
Intown strolling garden
Intown strolling garden
UserUser
Inspiration for a classic back fully shaded garden in Atlanta with a potted garden.
West Newton Residence
West Newton Residence
Jacalyn Gould Landscape ArchitectJacalyn Gould Landscape Architect
This is an example of a large classic side fully shaded garden for spring in Boston with natural stone paving.
Formal City Garden
Formal City Garden
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
Shade plant beds, zone 4 Japanese painted lady, Hakone grass, Maiden Hair fern and very small self seeded Hellebores.
Photo of a traditional fully shaded garden for summer in New York.
Seaside gardens
Seaside gardens
Maria Hickey & Associates LandscapesMaria Hickey & Associates Landscapes
We specialize in creating beautiful planter combinations
This is an example of a small classic back fully shaded garden for summer in Boston with natural stone paving.
Transitional Front Yard - Mequon
Transitional Front Yard - Mequon
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
The front bed curves around the facade of the home, softening the corners of the house. Westhauser Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized classic front fully shaded garden for summer in Milwaukee with natural stone paving.
Outdoor Living Spaces
Outdoor Living Spaces
Wallace Landscape AssociatesWallace Landscape Associates
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional back formal fully shaded garden wall in Philadelphia with a retaining wall and natural stone paving.

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