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Traditional Garden with Decorative Stones Ideas and Designs

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Ocean Beach Craftsman
Ocean Beach Craftsman
Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.Marilyn's Dreamscapes L.L.C.
Desert succulents accent the two types of river rock and DG.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional back xeriscape partial sun garden in San Diego with a desert look and decorative stones.
Outdoor Pond with Natural Stone Fire Pit
Outdoor Pond with Natural Stone Fire Pit
Burkhart Outdoors, Inc.Burkhart Outdoors, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front partial sun garden for summer in Chicago with a rockery and decorative stones.
INVERNESS RD
INVERNESS RD
LunnScapeLunnScape
Florida Landscaping design done to renovate dated landscaping . We re used clients beloved bronze statue and created a special place for it in the new design .
Gabion wall in Broadmoor Area
Gabion wall in Broadmoor Area
Accent LandscapesAccent Landscapes
Gabion walls are versatile and aesthetically pleasing structures composed of wire mesh baskets filled with rocks or other durable materials. These walls serve both practical and decorative purposes in landscaping and construction. The interlocking wire cages create a permeable barrier that allows for natural drainage, erosion control, and effective soil retention. The choice of stones or other fill materials enables customization to match the surrounding environment, making gabion walls a popular choice for enhancing outdoor spaces with a unique blend of functionality and visual appeal.
Lake Geneva, WI Residence (A)
Lake Geneva, WI Residence (A)
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Inspiration for a traditional back garden in Chicago with a water feature and decorative stones.
Water Loving Creatures
Water Loving Creatures
Mystic Water GardensMystic Water Gardens
Medium sized classic back xeriscape partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a pond and decorative stones.
Prairie Ridge Landscapes
Prairie Ridge Landscapes
Pacific Ridge Landscapes LtdPacific Ridge Landscapes Ltd
Design ideas for a large classic back xeriscape garden in Calgary with decorative stones.
East Mountain Drive
East Mountain Drive
Holehouse Construction CompanyHolehouse Construction Company
Inspiration for a classic back fully shaded garden in Santa Barbara with decorative stones.
Ocean Beach Craftsman Landscape
Ocean Beach Craftsman Landscape
Arcadian LandscapeArcadian Landscape
Photo of a traditional front xeriscape full sun garden in San Diego with a rockery and decorative stones.
Ландшафтный дизайн 10 соток, КП "Белаго"
Ландшафтный дизайн 10 соток, КП "Белаго"
Студия "ART Story"Студия "ART Story"
Cухой ручей
Photo of a small traditional side xeriscape full sun garden for autumn in Moscow with a rockery and decorative stones.
Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem
Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem
Ambiance Garden Design, LLCAmbiance Garden Design, LLC
Updated landscape to address lack of curb appeal in neighborhood. This landscape creates flow and interest throughout the property. A rock garden was installed in the back yard to address erosion and drainage issues at end of the back area.
River Rock Paradise
River Rock Paradise
Landscapes by TerraLandscapes by Terra
This dry river bed serves a dual purpose for the homeowner to alleviate standing water and as an eye catching feature for guests.
This is an example of a large classic back xeriscape full sun garden in Columbus with decorative stones and a rockery.
Creek Bed Crossing
Creek Bed Crossing
The Horticulture Consultant & DesignThe Horticulture Consultant & Design
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front garden in Denver with a rockery and decorative stones.
New Project
New Project
Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.
This is an example of a large classic back formal full sun garden for spring in Calgary with a waterfall and decorative stones.
Rethinking an old landscape
Rethinking an old landscape
Twig Landscape Design, LLCTwig Landscape Design, LLC
The meandering dry riverbed up close.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front partial sun garden in Chicago with decorative stones.
Georgetown Native Nook
Georgetown Native Nook
Native Edge LandscapeNative Edge Landscape
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Austin with a desert look and decorative stones.
Boulder Retaining Walls
Boulder Retaining Walls
NS LandscapesNS Landscapes
Large classic front garden in Minneapolis with a retaining wall and decorative stones.
Williamsville Perennial Planting
Williamsville Perennial Planting
Menne Garden ArtistryMenne Garden Artistry
This is an example of a large traditional front fully shaded garden for summer in New York with a flowerbed and decorative stones.
Creek Bed Crossing
Creek Bed Crossing
The Horticulture Consultant & DesignThe Horticulture Consultant & Design
Medium sized classic front garden in Denver with a rockery and decorative stones.
Bellevue Color + Outdoor Living
Bellevue Color + Outdoor Living
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
Traditional front garden in Seattle with a water feature and decorative stones.

Traditional Garden with Decorative Stones 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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