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Affordable Small Garden Ideas and Designs

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Green Arbor
Green Arbor
Miriam's River House Designs, LLCMiriam's River House Designs, LLC
This photo demonstrates the close proximity of the Arbor to the main structure in the overall composition. This was taken before the new fire pit area. Photo credits: Dan Drobnick
Rustic Garden
Rustic Garden
Luxescapes, LLCLuxescapes, LLC
Meghan Himschoot
Suburban Oasis
Suburban Oasis
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Shade Garden with koi pond , cedar fence, ferns and ivy Jeffrey Edward Tryon
Zoya & Jody 's Residence
Zoya & Jody 's Residence
So Green Canada (landscape design /build)So Green Canada (landscape design /build)
Planting details on both sides of the steps up . The are area is divided into 3 terraces on each side .
Green Lake- small space garden
Green Lake- small space garden
Kim Rooney DesignKim Rooney Design
Landscape by Kim Rooney
Frame For A Garden
Frame For A Garden
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
I again use the same exotic wood and copper elements.
Formal Knot Garden
Formal Knot Garden
The Todd GroupThe Todd Group
This formal knot garden with bronze statue sits adjacent to a patio.
Clapham Garden 4
Clapham Garden 4
Tom Howard Garden Design and LandscapingTom Howard Garden Design and Landscaping
Small, low maintenance garden
Small, low maintenance garden
Yorkshire GardensYorkshire Gardens
In this project we aimed to create a stylish garden which was both family friendly and low maintenance. Eco decking was used to create a large contemporary decking area. This composite product is slip resistant and is created using 95% recycled materials so is very eco friendly . This product is extremely low maintenance and long lasting. Rendered flower beds were built and complement the sleek and simple lines of the garden. A simplistic planting scheme has been utilised to add colour. A high quality artificial lawn was laid. This product is a great alternative for those looking for a lawn which will look lush all year round and will with stand children and animals playing on it. The slatted fence runs around the perimeter and adds warmth and texture to the space. Overall this garden is simple yet very slick.
Queen Anne Containers
Queen Anne Containers
UserUser
Examples of Fall and Spring containers designed for a long time client.
Botley, West Oxford
Botley, West Oxford
Laura Burt GardensLaura Burt Gardens
A sculpture to give a focal point to this contemporary rear garden
Serenity at your front door
Serenity at your front door
Perspective LandscapingPerspective Landscaping
Konar
Konar
Garden EnvironmentsGarden Environments
South Pasadena Craftsman Cottage
South Pasadena Craftsman Cottage
June Scott DesignJune Scott Design
This driveway features a ribbon of stones and California native grasses that meanders along a Hollywood-style center planting area.
Lounge
Lounge
Rose Brady Keane Landscape ArchitectureRose Brady Keane Landscape Architecture
A shady backyard area was transformed into a dining and lounging space with veggie boxes and a bamboo border for privacy.
Mount Pleasant Garden
Mount Pleasant Garden
NaturesqueNaturesque
Modernist Courtyard
Modernist Courtyard
terraneo landscape designterraneo landscape design
Pots and planters play an important role in any courtyard. As the aspect is full sun typically hardy species were chosen. Succulents and catci mixed with more hardy tropical plants have proven to handle the conditions which has been important as the client tends to travel for work often for weeks at a time.
French Inspiration - Suburban Garden
French Inspiration - Suburban Garden
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Sustainable Garden design on tight suburban lot with new shed as focal point.
An elegant arrival
An elegant arrival
Bayon GardensBayon Gardens
Filetti paving to welcome you to your front door, amongst a lush planting palette to admire all year round. // Landscape construction & installation by Bayon Gardens // Design by C.O.S Design // Photography by Highlyte
Backyard In-Ground Trampoline and Putting Green
Backyard In-Ground Trampoline and Putting Green
Southview DesignSouthview Design
Eden Prairie backyard with a putting green for dad, and an in-ground trampoline for the kids!

Affordable Small 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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