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Lewis Aquatech, Potomac MD
Lewis Aquatech, Potomac MD
Judy Davis, Architectural PhotographerJudy Davis, Architectural Photographer
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Photo of a traditional garden in DC Metro.
Driveways & Curb Appeal
Driveways & Curb Appeal
Bricks and Stones SupplyBricks and Stones Supply
Traditional style driveway using Techo-Bloc's Villagio pavers.
Design ideas for a large traditional front driveway partial sun garden in Philadelphia with a potted garden and concrete paving.
Vellano Spec Home
Vellano Spec Home
Breeze Giannasio InteriorsBreeze Giannasio Interiors
Photography by Mark Liddell and Jared Tafau - TerraGreen Development
Photo of a medium sized traditional courtyard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and brick paving.
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Waterfall and garden pond
Waterfall and garden pond
Matthew Giampietro Garden DesignMatthew Giampietro Garden Design
Waterfall and garden ponds in this backyard features a stone bridge and large koi pond. Backyard Waterfall, water garden, garden design by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens Inc.
Traditional Westport
Traditional Westport
Oliver Design AssociatesOliver Design Associates
This is an example of a large classic back formal partial sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Pimlico Flat
Pimlico Flat
Nathalie Priem PhotographyNathalie Priem Photography
Nathalie Priem Photography
Classic garden in London.
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Great Scapes Outdoor Living, Inc.Great Scapes Outdoor Living, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized traditional front driveway garden in Chicago with a garden path and brick paving.
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Wilmette Quaint Entryway Garden
Wilmette Quaint Entryway Garden
Great Oaks Landscaping, Inc.Great Oaks Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a small classic side partial sun garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Healdsburg Haven
Healdsburg Haven
Manzanita Landscape Construction, Inc.Manzanita Landscape Construction, Inc.
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Design ideas for a classic sloped full sun garden in San Francisco with a water feature and mulch.
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NW Garden MaintenanceNW Garden Maintenance
Medium sized traditional back full sun garden in Portland.
Lake House Retreat
Lake House Retreat
Craig Bergmann Landscape DesignCraig Bergmann Landscape Design
Photography: Scott Shigley
This is an example of a large classic back pergola in Chicago with natural stone paving.
Winnetka Patio, Spa, and Gardens . . . Perfect for Entertaining
Winnetka Patio, Spa, and Gardens . . . Perfect for Entertaining
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Sun- and shade-loving plants fill planting beds carved out of the lawn and under trees. Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Large traditional side formal partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone paving.
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Bocce Ball Court
Grow Land, LLCGrow Land, LLC
Design ideas for a traditional garden in Phoenix with an outdoor sport court.
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Variety of Fence Options
Landworks Fence & LandscapeLandworks Fence & Landscape
This is an example of a large classic back partial sun garden in Bridgeport.
Good Garden's Own Backyard
Good Garden's Own Backyard
Good Gardens LLCGood Gardens LLC
This is an example of a large traditional back fully shaded garden in New York with a vegetable patch and mulch.
Dulwich Garden 2
Dulwich Garden 2
Barbara Samitier GardensBarbara Samitier Gardens
The hammock is nested within aromatic mediterranean planting.
Medium sized traditional garden in London.
Pool Landscape with natural stone pathways
Pool Landscape with natural stone pathways
Randazzo's Landscaping Inc.Randazzo's Landscaping Inc.
Traditional back garden for summer in New York with a garden path.

Traditional Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional front garden design.

How should I design my traditional 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 traditional 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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Maria Hickey & Associates LandscapesMaria Hickey & Associates Landscapes
This low maintenance landscape provides nonstop color from May to October. The property is very windy and hot.
Large classic front driveway full sun garden for summer in Boston with gravel.
Traditional Garden Revisited
Traditional Garden Revisited
Magma Design Group, Inc.Magma Design Group, Inc.
A combination of traditional hardscape materials anchor this beautiful landscape. Magma designed this welcoming home entrance with a classic sanded brick, thermal bluestone, and salt and pepper grey cobblestones. The planting consists of carefully selected perennials, deciduous plants, and evergreens to provide fantastic color, texture, and form throughout all seasons.
Gibson Project
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Outdoor Living Space, A-Frame Gazebo, Belgard Pavers, Cedar Decking, Custom In-ground Spa, Firepit w/Custom Bench Seating, Outdoor Fireplace, Outdoor Kitchen With Full Bar & A+ Appliances, Kalmazoo Barbeque, Outdoor TV, Wood Fired Pizza Oven, Waterfall Feature into Spa, Private retreat, View Deck Living Area, Kids Deck, Child Play Structure, raised garden beds, Privacy fence, Living Wall, Dog Run, Exterior Design
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