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Camberwell
Camberwell
Pineapple InteriorsPineapple Interiors
Interior Designer's Home
Interior Designer's Home
Giacomo GoldoniGiacomo Goldoni
Eclectic Mountain Lyons
Eclectic Mountain Lyons
High Desert Designs, llcHigh Desert Designs, llc
California Heights Craftsman Xeriscape
California Heights Craftsman Xeriscape
California Eco Design, Inc.California Eco Design, Inc.
This is a Roberto Burle Marx- inspired design, a drought tolerant landscape that imitates the vibrant colors and patterns of the tropics. We kept the monstera and bird of paradise plants, and with the colorful trim on the house, it all works together in this eclectic mashup.
Bruce's Garden
Bruce's Garden
UserUser
Donald Pell Studio Gardens, East Vincent Township
Donald Pell Studio Gardens, East Vincent Township
Donald Pell - GardensDonald Pell - Gardens
The Oval--featuring Calamagrostis, Arnoglossum, Echinacea, Schyzicharium, Liatris.
Tree of Life Backyard
Tree of Life Backyard
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
Photo by Tina Witherspoon. Metal art screens by Pepperbox.
Unique Gardens
Unique Gardens
Rosborough Partners Inc.Rosborough Partners Inc.
The stunning gardens attract more than people ... the wildlife comes to enjoy the landscape as well. (Photos by RStarovich)
Pergola and Lights
Pergola and Lights
B. Jane GardensB. Jane Gardens
Looking back up the slope
Looking back up the slope
Jay Sifford Garden DesignJay Sifford Garden Design
This is the unfinished view of the lower garden, looking back up the hillside from the seating area. Photo by Jay Sifford.
Catio Spaces
Catio Spaces
Catio SpacesCatio Spaces
Another Lawn Bites the Dust - With Gusto
Another Lawn Bites the Dust - With Gusto
Billy Goodnick Garden DesignBilly Goodnick Garden Design
Grevillea 'Long John' will grow to about 15 feet high by 6 feet wide, "plugging" the view of the street from within the property, while also serving as a curious focal point from the street. A mix of Yellow and Pink Kangaroo Paw plants bring harmony and contrast in the mid-view. photo by Billy Goodnick
California Heights Craftsman Xeriscape
California Heights Craftsman Xeriscape
California Eco Design, Inc.California Eco Design, Inc.
Kai Craig
Succulents
Succulents
Native Sun GardensNative Sun Gardens
Succulents provide a low-maintenance and low water option for your outdoor OR indoor space. They also act as amazing ground covers and are a great alternative to lawns! Photo cred: Joshua Thayer
Mixed Media Patio
Mixed Media Patio
Plan-it Earth DesignPlan-it Earth Design
A patio of Mixed materials holds this tiny backyard together Collaborative design by Amy Whitworth, Lora Price and Annie Bamberger Installation by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Amy Whitworth
Beverly Grove, Monet Drought Tolerant Garden -Front Yard
Beverly Grove, Monet Drought Tolerant Garden -Front Yard
Bosler Earth DesignBosler Earth Design
Daniel Bosler Photography
Weessies
Weessies
Land Mechanics, Inc.Land Mechanics, Inc.
Cedar fence and planter boxes photo by Bronwyn Miller
Playhouse ~ 8×12 Brandywine metal roofing
Playhouse ~ 8×12 Brandywine metal roofing
Jamaica Cottage Shop IncJamaica Cottage Shop Inc
A beautiful playhouse with an overall height of ten feet. It can be converted to a very attractive storage shed when the kids out grow it. Reminiscent of old Victorian houses, the steep rooflines and graceful dormer add a fresh style to boring backyard sheds. The two 2x2 opening windows fill the 96 square feet with lots of light making this quaint little cottage irresistible for the kid inside us all. The single door in the dormer is complemented with large double doors on the gable end allowing bulky items to fit in the shelter.
Elizabeth and Linda's yard renovation
Elizabeth and Linda's yard renovation
Landscape East & WestLandscape East & West
Acid Etched walls and steps with inset Mexican pebbles stepping down to a crushed stone patio. Photographer: Tim Holmes
Curved Retaining Wall
Curved Retaining Wall
Krugel Cobbles, Inc.Krugel Cobbles, Inc.
Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan

Eclectic Garden 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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