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Garden design ideas

9 years ago

Hi all I have a garden that is roughly half an acre in size and don't know what to do with it. I have two small boys and a small dog and want them all to share and all to have fun in the garden also. Any design ideas would be great. Thanks

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JudyG Designs
9 years ago
Wow! What a great yard. I am not a landscape architect, but I know what I would do if this were my yard. Closer to the house I would have an area for entertaining and relaxing.
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lefty47
9 years ago
HI -- That is a big yard . Section off for your needs . Plan a patio and entertainment area close to the house . Then an area for the kids and then an area for a garden if needed and so on . Maybe build a little garden /summer house that has a fireplace or is screened in . Then the left over area you could just have it as a natural meadow with lots of trees where you don't need to mow grass -- the dog would love that . Add lighting too. Use some Eco grass ( no mow ) and lots of perennials and trees . Make a grove of trees like aspens or birches . Because of the size of your property , you should consult with a landscape designer .
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stephen Sheil
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9 years ago
Hi guys, not great photos buts please stay with me:) thanks for the replies I hear what you are saying about the entertainment areas close to the house but I have that area planned for the side of my house. See In the photo where the car is.....That is just outside my French doors leading from kitchen so that will be my patio area eventually. I also have about 1/4 or an acre at the back of the house were I am planning on growing fruit and vegetables. See second picture of the back of house. Do that still leaves me with a dilemma with front garden... I would love if somebody could give me some good design features etc thanks guys

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