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Inverness Stonework Landscaping
Inverness Stonework Landscaping
EverGreen Landscape Associates LLCEverGreen Landscape Associates LLC
Terraced Concrete Planters
Terraced Concrete Planters
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
A sand-finished concrete entry stairway, complete with custom cedar recycling + garbage enclosure, terraced concrete planters, + deer-resistant perennials.
Mountain Landscaping blends with home and mountains
Mountain Landscaping blends with home and mountains
LAND BY DESIGNLAND BY DESIGN
This steep slope is a series of retaining walls planted with deep rooted and drought tolerant plantings to retain the slope. The scene is framed with a fire pit to the left and a river below. And on the other side, there is a naturalistic water feature comprising a waterfall and pond. Natural stone was used for the construction of the retaining walls, the water feature and the fire pit and patio. This is great combination of practical and environmentally friendly solutions to create usable space.
Drought Tolerant Landscape in Eagle Rock, CA
Drought Tolerant Landscape in Eagle Rock, CA
BETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior DesignBETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior Design
Megan Cronovich
Sunfish Lake Landscaping
Sunfish Lake Landscaping
Landscape Renovations, Inc.Landscape Renovations, Inc.
Modern Family Home
Modern Family Home
A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLCA J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC
First year planting for this project is a simple monochrome of greens and white. Low maintenance with small white flowers on the Geranium in the spring followed by the Annabelle Hydrangea white flowers all summer to late fall. The birches are preset through the summer with nice fall yellow coloring and interesting beige exfoliating bark for the winter. Some of the Heritage Birch trees are split for evening effect, underneath the wall caps are led lights as well as the steps.
Berkeley Rock Garden
Berkeley Rock Garden
Roxy DesignsRoxy Designs
Photo: © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Driveway, Front Yard and Backyard Landscaping
Driveway, Front Yard and Backyard Landscaping
Neave Group Outdoor SolutionsNeave Group Outdoor Solutions
Neave Group Outdoor Solutions
Westport Cottage
Westport Cottage
Minglewood, LLCMinglewood, LLC
Cottage Shrub and Perennial Garden
Landscapes | Hardscapes | Xeriscapes
Landscapes | Hardscapes | Xeriscapes
Tabor Group LandscapeTabor Group Landscape
South West Metro Photography by Tammy Brice
Cayucos Beach House
Cayucos Beach House
Jacklyn Curry DesignJacklyn Curry Design
(c) 2017 Jacklyn Curry Design
Upscale Projects
Upscale Projects
Residential Technology ServicesResidential Technology Services
Landscape Projects
Landscape Projects
Landscape Pros, LLC.Landscape Pros, LLC.
Eco Modern
Eco Modern
Eco Landscape Design & BuildEco Landscape Design & Build
Innis Casey Photography
Cassimattis
Cassimattis
Landscape Creations Inc.Landscape Creations Inc.
Modern Meets Boho
Modern Meets Boho
BOXHILLBOXHILL
Photography: Gerardine and Jude Vargas
Carriage Gate
Carriage Gate
Architectural FabricatorsArchitectural Fabricators
This is a custom wrought iron double swing gate with scalloped top and Ipe wood at the bottom.
Coral Bell Azaelas
Coral Bell Azaelas
Bloom'n Gardens LandscapeBloom'n Gardens Landscape
Narrow Sausalito, CA Landscape Transformed For Outdoor Enjoyment & Usable Space
Narrow Sausalito, CA Landscape Transformed For Outdoor Enjoyment & Usable Space
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
A cleaned up pathway with concrete pavers and Mexican pebbles transform this landscape update. To gain more usable space in this narrow landscape and update the hardscaping and overgrown garden, my design reconfigured the pathway with poured-in-place concrete pavers accented by Mexican pebbles and a stunning variety of succulents and other site-appropriate plantings that thrive in shade and part sun. We removed the tree to create a patio area large enough to fit a table and chairs for a small group. Non-invasive/clumping Bamboo was added to help screen the patio and provide privacy. Other shade to part-shade plants were included that provide a variety of textures and colors throughout the seasons. Low-voltage lighting was installed for safety and ambiance. Design and Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design
Modern Red Cedar Custom Fence
Modern Red Cedar Custom Fence
Superior Fence Co of San AntonioSuperior Fence Co of San Antonio

Driveway and Xeriscape 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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