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Country Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

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Country Hill
Country Hill
UserUser
Pathway connecting driveway to backyard surrounded by drought tolerant shrubs and grasses
Hammock
Hammock
Haver & Skolnick LLC ArchitectsHaver & Skolnick LLC Architects
A nearby hammock, surrounded by a crescent of perennials, offers a shady destination. Robert Benson Photography.
Cotswolds Cottage
Cotswolds Cottage
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
We added climbing jasmine, roses, foxgloves & geraniums to the gravelled courtyard garden at our Cotswolds Cottage project. Interior Design by Imperfect Interiors Armada Cottage is available to rent at www.armadacottagecotswolds.co.uk
Tustin Modern Farmhouse
Tustin Modern Farmhouse
Living Gardens Landscape DesignLiving Gardens Landscape Design
This lovely house was hidden behind very dense old foliage. We removed the old hedging and added a new fence, gate and pathway. We added brick pilasters to frame the entry, new planting and drought tolerant meadow grass.
Country Home in Berry NSW
Country Home in Berry NSW
Life Home BuildersLife Home Builders
The Golden Pond and Water Features
The Golden Pond and Water Features
Vernon WentzVernon Wentz
This home had two ponds created for the homeowners. One as an entrance to the home and the other as part of a backyard oasis. They were designed using moss rock to make up many of the waterfalls and streams that cascade through the landscape. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery
Rescue Ranch
Rescue Ranch
Magee DesignMagee Design
John C Magee
Country Garden E
Country Garden E
Square Foot Garden DesignSquare Foot Garden Design
Small private estate, with a range of period features. Large mixed boarder
Late afternoon sunlight.
Late afternoon sunlight.
Haver & Skolnick LLC ArchitectsHaver & Skolnick LLC Architects
Late afternoon sunlight creates a beautiful composition of light & shadow. Robert Benson Photography.
Mountain Farmhouse
Mountain Farmhouse
flora Distinctive Landscapesflora Distinctive Landscapes
Aldgate Heritage Cottage
Aldgate Heritage Cottage
Plush Design InteriorsPlush Design Interiors
Shane Harris. www.archimagery.com.au
Baker Family's California Native Garden
Baker Family's California Native Garden
Taproot Garden DesignTaproot Garden Design
Patrick & Topaze McCaffery - Taproot Garden Design "April 2017 - This native-plant-loving couple added Verbena 'De La Mina' at the entrance to their garden and it proved to be an excellent choice for their California landscape. Beautiful, bold, and eye catching from the street, this Verbena will also provide nectar for local butterflies."
Outdoor Lounge
Outdoor Lounge
Luxe Coast DesignLuxe Coast Design
Enchanted outdoor dining. Terra cotta pots filled with succulents line the center of this earthy table setting. We blended natural pieces of crystal and stone with vintage crystal glasses.
Tustin Modern Farmhouse
Tustin Modern Farmhouse
Living Gardens Landscape DesignLiving Gardens Landscape Design
This lovely house was hidden behind very dense old foliage. We removed the old hedging and added a new fence, gate and pathway. We added brick pilasters to frame the entry, new planting and drought tolerant meadow grass.
Sunset Glow at Song Ranch
Sunset Glow at Song Ranch
TLC GardensTLC Gardens
The transition from the resident's private spaces to the Tai Chi Studio areas is experienced through the moongate.
Montecito Hedgerow
Montecito Hedgerow
Montecito LandscapeMontecito Landscape
San Jose Ranch Rennovation
San Jose Ranch Rennovation
Confidence Landscaping, Inc.Confidence Landscaping, Inc.
2210 Camelback
2210 Camelback
Dy Lynne Décor, Inc.Dy Lynne Décor, Inc.
LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape
LotusLand South aka Sycamore Canyon Landscape
Margie Grace - Grace Design AssociatesMargie Grace - Grace Design Associates
This front yard used to be a circular asphalt driveway....we decided we would rather have a lovely garden instead
JARDÍN LIBRE EN LAS ROZAS
JARDÍN LIBRE EN LAS ROZAS
PAISAJES PENSADOSPAISAJES PENSADOS

Country Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed country 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 country 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 country front garden design.

How should I design my country 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 country 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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