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Back and Sloped Garden Ideas and Designs

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levels garden
levels garden
antonia schofield garden designantonia schofield garden design
spacious family garden in need of a makeover -although lots of space the garden is hard to use because of the steep level change. A structure of tiered raised beds was put in to make the level change accessible and less steep. A spacious stone terrace was created with plenty of room for family dining and large gatherings. The planting in the raised beds and levels is a mix of hot coloured perennials and evergreen hardy structural plants to give all year round interest.
Wall Fountain
Wall Fountain
Garden ArchitectureGarden Architecture
Key
Key
Banyon Tree Design StudioBanyon Tree Design Studio
Stone and water feature
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Lindgren LandscapeLindgren Landscape
Stock tank water fountains
Strathfield Tropical Pool Garden
Strathfield Tropical Pool Garden
inovasis designinovasis design
Topical garden in the city. A pool and lawn surrounded with lush tropical planting for all the extended family to enjoy.
Modern Andersonville Oasis
Modern Andersonville Oasis
Himsben Design Studio, LLCHimsben Design Studio, LLC
In this urban context, we were tasked with finding a low-maintenance landscape solution for our client who travels extensively for work. Our award-winning design created a new seating area centered around a fire pit with bench seating and built-in LED lights to create a destination in the landscape. Our design incorporated low-maintenance materials and hearty plantings to create a serene escape from the city that requires very little upkeep. Large planters display seasonal annuals and frame the raised deck area.
Walled Garden
Walled Garden
Outerspace Creative LandscapingOuterspace Creative Landscaping
Custom Backyard Patio
Custom Backyard Patio
NS LandscapesNS Landscapes
Custom paver patio for backyard outdoor living space.
Thomas Lane
Thomas Lane
Arvold Landscaping & Design inc.Arvold Landscaping & Design inc.
Weber Grill and custom wood/ gas Argentinian grill.
Radics backyard oasis
Radics backyard oasis
Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.
Pathway with mix of materials: natural flagstone and pea gravel with a black metal edging. LED landscape lights flank the sides of the path.
Ecosystem Koi Pond - The Hill, Newcastle NSW
Ecosystem Koi Pond - The Hill, Newcastle NSW
Brad VandersBrad Vanders
This is an Aquascape Ecosystem Pond installed in the Autumn of 2019 in Newcastle New South Wales. Access was tight with a crane required to transport excavation equipment and materials on to the site. The end result is breathtaking. This is 6 months on, crystal clear water, no algae and a very happy family of 4 enjoying the Aquascape lifestyle day in, day out.
Stone Seat Wall and Stair, Dry Laid; Salvaged Stone Patio, Sand Set + Rustic
Stone Seat Wall and Stair, Dry Laid; Salvaged Stone Patio, Sand Set + Rustic
The Land MechanicThe Land Mechanic
View from terrace of lawn and outdoor room
View from terrace of lawn and outdoor room
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
Farmhouse Backyard Landscape - Hawthorn Woods, IL
Farmhouse Backyard Landscape - Hawthorn Woods, IL
Ginkgo Leaf StudioGinkgo Leaf Studio
View of the fountain and pergola beyond with 'Red Volunteer' daylily in the foreground. Renn Kuhnen Photography
Weavers Field, Bloxham
Weavers Field, Bloxham
Alexander John Garden Design & MaintenanceAlexander John Garden Design & Maintenance
A mini garden makeover to this new home in Bloxham, Oxfordshire. New paved patio using Indian sandstone. A sleeper steps up to the new lawn. A feature raised bed ready for the homeowner to plant with low maintenance planting and companion planting eg salads and flowers. The new garden also features a sandpit with lid for the little one to play safely. We have added a Star jasmine to be trained on the wall to provide fragrance and an Amelanchier tree for spring blossom and great autumn color to give the garden height
Modern Marvel
Modern Marvel
Alderwood Landscape Architecture and ConstructionAlderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction
This inviting landscape is the ideal backyard paradise. It provides plenty of seating for entertaining, along with a custom fireplace, hot tub, and full kitchen. Hardscaping around the elements offer visual interest and year-round beauty.
Modern Backyard Oasis in Moorestown, New Jersey
Modern Backyard Oasis in Moorestown, New Jersey
Techo-BlocTecho-Bloc
This backyard landscape design is inspired by our Blu Grande Smooth patio slab. Perfect paving slab for modern poolsides and backyard design, Blu Grande Smooth is a large concrete patio stone available in multiple colors. It's smooth texture is sleek to the eye but rougher to the touch which avoids it from getting slippery when wet. The large rectangular shape works as an easy add-on into Blu 60 regular modular patterns but can also work as a stand-alone to create a very linear look. Check out the HD2 Blu Grande Smooth which is all about seamless looks with a tighter/poreless texture and anti-aging technology. Check out our website to shop the look! https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/slabs/blu-grande-smooth/
Allergic to Bees Horizontal Fencing
Allergic to Bees Horizontal Fencing
Winston Fayer Landscape DesignWinston Fayer Landscape Design
The backyard is small and uninviting until we transformed it into a comfortable and functional area for entertaining
Evergreen Mountain Retreat
Evergreen Mountain Retreat
Designscapes Colorado Inc.Designscapes Colorado Inc.
Green container garden with farmhouse plantings
Green container garden with farmhouse plantings
Bluestar Landscape DesignersBluestar Landscape Designers
These green pots form a container garden. The colored foliages of coleus and helichrysum complement the marigolds and kangaroo paws.

Back and Sloped 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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