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Expansive Garden with Decorative Stones Ideas and Designs

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Greek Project
Greek Project
Weisz Selection Outdoor Living SpecialistsWeisz Selection Outdoor Living Specialists
Complete backyard transformation. Our team transformed this Fairview, Texas backyard into a resort style outdoor oasis by installing the following: large amounts of soil to create berms, large moss boulders for landscape beds and borders, mortared stone landscape border, low maintenance artificial turf, putting green, chipping green, dog run, privacy landscape, multiple types of palms, magnolias and vitex, perennial drought-tolerant landscape plants, seasonal color, French drains, river rock drainage beds, mulch, irrigation system, landscape lighting, and a cedar fence.
Hardscaping Projects
Hardscaping Projects
Sebastian's Tropical Landscape Design, LLC.Sebastian's Tropical Landscape Design, LLC.
This rock pathway connects the front yard via a side yard pathway to the backyard creating a beautiful aesthetic flow that compliments the homes beauty and curb appeal.
Collombatti Cottage Renovation NSW 2440
Collombatti Cottage Renovation NSW 2440
The Renovation BrokerThe Renovation Broker
Fire pitt down by the dam, sleepers filled with river stone with custom made fire pitt and fallen down tree used for seating. Ginko tree planted ne3xt to area to give shade once grown.
Planted Dry Creek
Planted Dry Creek
Eden Garden DesignEden Garden Design
Planted dry creek with limestone boulders and river rock provides a beautiful and functional drainage solution along the frontage of a sloping property. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/
A country estate in Buckinghamshire
A country estate in Buckinghamshire
Joanne Alderson DesignJoanne Alderson Design
A swirly tree walk in a large garden on Oxfordshire. This design is simple but looks great throughout the seasons. Children love to run around the mown paths as do the owners dogs! Winter flowering cherry trees are used for seasonal interest & structurally it looks great year round. Into the spring the longer grass is filled with pretty spring bulbs
Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem
Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem
Ambiance Garden Design, LLCAmbiance Garden Design, LLC
Updated landscape to address lack of curb appeal in neighborhood. This landscape creates flow and interest throughout the property. A rock garden was installed in the back yard to address erosion and drainage issues at end of the back area.
Bridge In Front Yard
Bridge In Front Yard
Big Rock LandscapingBig Rock Landscaping
This bridge over the front yard stream adds charm to the front entryway. Adding natural river rock around the banks of the bridge and river gives it the space a natural, rustic vibe.
Ponds and waterfall
Ponds and waterfall
C.T. Veach Landscaping & ConstructionC.T. Veach Landscaping & Construction
Japanese water feature with multiple ponds
Garden ponds, creeks and billabongs
Garden ponds, creeks and billabongs
Phillip Johnson LandscapesPhillip Johnson Landscapes
Wetlands in Clarkefield with curved timber boardwalk, beautiful planting and waterfalls.
Project Three
Project Three
Pearson Landscape ServicesPearson Landscape Services
This is actually part of the back yard drainage that doubles as a path. The berm on the right diverts water, flowing into the yard the, around the swimming pool. The gravel area we are looking is another level of drainage.
Extensive landscaping with terraces
Extensive landscaping with terraces
Aureli Landscaping & Custom Stone WorkAureli Landscaping & Custom Stone Work
Apartment garden design Rushcutters Bay NSW
Apartment garden design Rushcutters Bay NSW
Vogue & Vine - Landscape Designers SydneyVogue & Vine - Landscape Designers Sydney
Our client lives in a beautiful apartment block in Sydney's leafy Rushcutters Bay. Even though we were working with an established garden - it was missing some wow factor to encourage residents to spend more time outdoors. We created new feature spaces using new pots and a modern tropical palette of plants.
Planted Dry Creek
Planted Dry Creek
Eden Garden DesignEden Garden Design
Planted dry creek with limestone boulders and river rock provides a beautiful and functional drainage solution along the frontage of a sloping property. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/
Tudor Landscaping, Rancho Santa Fe CA
Tudor Landscaping, Rancho Santa Fe CA
RJ Landscape ConstructionRJ Landscape Construction
Hardscaping Projects
Hardscaping Projects
Sebastian's Tropical Landscape Design, LLC.Sebastian's Tropical Landscape Design, LLC.
Again, adding this changes transforms your home into a beautiful front yard.
Ft Lauderdale Complete Outdoor Restoration:
Ft Lauderdale Complete Outdoor Restoration:
Broward Landscape, Inc.Broward Landscape, Inc.
omplete Property Restoration Landscape Putting Green Synthetic Turf Landscape Palms Landscape Plants Hardscapes Driveway & Pathway Hardscape Stones Outdoor Lighting
Living Walls
Living Walls
Landscaping by Steve BlaumLandscaping by Steve Blaum
Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem
Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem
Ambiance Garden Design, LLCAmbiance Garden Design, LLC
Updated landscape to address lack of curb appeal in neighborhood. This landscape creates flow and interest throughout the property. A rock garden was installed in the back yard to address erosion and drainage issues at end of the back area.
Lake Glenville Luxury
Lake Glenville Luxury
Sundog HomesSundog Homes
Front Yard With Mature Trees
Front Yard With Mature Trees
Big Rock LandscapingBig Rock Landscaping
We added garden beds, a stream, and a fire feature around the existing mature trees.

Expansive Garden with Decorative Stones 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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