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Eclectic Garden for Spring Ideas and Designs

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Informal Front Yard
Informal Front Yard
UserUser
A Japanese maple framed by red flowering crocosmia and purple leafed loropetalum, and underplanted with creeping thyme. This is a property that we used to maintain and enhance. Some of the planting was done according to our design and some of it was already in place.
Climbing Roses on Rebar Arbor
Climbing Roses on Rebar Arbor
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
One of the most gratifying developments was seeing the arbors covered in green. Climbing roses now punctuate the path with shade. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography
Fireworks in the Front Garden
Fireworks in the Front Garden
The Ardent Gardener Landscape DesignThe Ardent Gardener Landscape Design
This glowing, colorful Magic front garden was once a lawn with a Dwarf Alberta Spruce. Now full of drought tolerant perennials, spiral stone paths, and no lawn at all!
Shore Point
Shore Point
Legacy WorksLegacy Works
A traditional stone edged pond adjoins the deck for a tranquil place to enjoy evenings. Designed and Built by Legacy Works.
Villa la Meridiana Garden
Villa la Meridiana Garden
Henry WoideHenry Woide
Client: CV Villas Photographer: Henry Woide Portfolio: www.henrywoide.co.uk
In ground trampolines
In ground trampolines
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Lomas & Tramway
Lomas & Tramway
Waterwise Landscapes IncorporatedWaterwise Landscapes Incorporated
Hunter Ten Broeck
From Birch Forest to Waterwise Garden
From Birch Forest to Waterwise Garden
Mayita Dinos Garden DesignMayita Dinos Garden Design
This bed used to be full of azaleas. Now it is full of waterwise plants- a happy melange of succulents, CA natives and Aussie plants. Mayita Dinos Photography
The Swiss Army Jewel Box
The Swiss Army Jewel Box
Ian Moore DesignIan Moore Design
Each of the materials was chosen for a balance of richness and simplicity. The Kebony decking continues the rich color tone set by the oiled Cedar shingle and traditional Japanese Shou Sugi Ban siding on the rear facade of the house. The California Gold Slate for the rear yard patio adds additional texture and depth to the ground plane. The powder-coated metal railings enclose the deck and partition the dog run and bike parking area from the main rear yard. The eclectic plant mix blends California natives with other Mediterranean plants for a variety of color, texture and seasonality.
Secret Garden in Dilworth
Secret Garden in Dilworth
Solow Design GroupSolow Design Group
Select architectural specimen plants combine with sculptural architectural details; these include blue agave, Red Dragon Japanese maple and variegated Japanese iris. Photos courtesy Solow Design Group
East Hill, Alpine, NJ
East Hill, Alpine, NJ
WBG Landscape Design, LLCWBG Landscape Design, LLC
Formal Fountain juxtaposed in the middle of the 400ft long rockery.
In ground trampolines
In ground trampolines
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Garden Bridge
Garden Bridge
Villi Zanini Wrought Iron ArtVilli Zanini Wrought Iron Art
In order to protect these custom railings from external conditions, wind and rain, we employed a natural transparent protective finish. This particular finishes protect the beauty and the specific feature of wrought iron, and allow us to appreciate iron in its natural state.
Clovelly treasure box
Clovelly treasure box
Quercus GardensQuercus Gardens
Photographer: Robert Walsh Image copyright: Landsberg Garden Design
Eclectic Landscape
Eclectic Landscape
Brockley House
Brockley House
Fine House PhotographyFine House Photography
Image: Fine House Studio © 2014 Houzz
Becky's House
Becky's House
Becky's Creative Landscape & DesignBecky's Creative Landscape & Design
Orchard
Orchard
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Chris Croc, Carroll and Mullan StoneWork Mallards Estate Gardens, artistic installation using slate to accentuate natural occurring croc head found in stone pile.
Pond
Pond
Oasis Ponds & PatiosOasis Ponds & Patios

Double Take™ 'Scarlet Storm' Quince
Double Take™ 'Scarlet Storm' Quince
Proven WinnersProven Winners
Close up of 'Scarlet Storm' flower.

Eclectic Garden for Spring Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed eclectic 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 an eclectic 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 eclectic front garden design.

How should I design my eclectic 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 an eclectic 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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