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A gas fire pit that does not look Gas
A gas fire pit that does not look Gas
HPC FireHPC Fire
This fire pit can be controlled by a switch on the wall inside the house. It was set up to look like a wood burning fire pit but without the hassle of cleaning up the ashes and dealing with the smoke that comes with wood burning fire pits.
Motorized Iron Framed Gate with Wood Paneling
Motorized Iron Framed Gate with Wood Paneling
J & J FENCEJ & J FENCE
Druid Hills Atlanta Meditation Garden
Druid Hills Atlanta Meditation Garden
Plants Creative LandscapesPlants Creative Landscapes
Homeowner wanted a space for meditating. The white gravel is calming and represents water. Knox lighting core drilled into bluestone patio highlights the view of the space from her living room.
Gravel gardens
Gravel gardens
Rebecca Webb Garden DesignsRebecca Webb Garden Designs
This garden was in almost complete shade all day and the soil was permanantly damp. This allowed us to create a small, shallow wildlife pond and surround it with moisture loving plants.
Four Steps to a Formal Garden
Four Steps to a Formal Garden
Hoy Landscaping Inc.Hoy Landscaping Inc.
This landscape is absolutely paradise from the containers to the bent grass and everything in between. Photo By: Jeff Kain
Ecclectic Craftsman Entry Garden
Ecclectic Craftsman Entry Garden
Plan-it Earth DesignPlan-it Earth Design
A clean curved patio connects two front porches on this craftsman home located on a corner Collaborative design by Amy Whitworth, Lora Price and Annie Bamberger Installation by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Amy Whitworth
Secret retreat garden
Secret retreat garden
1 to One Garden Design1 to One Garden Design
The garden was a mess when I arrived to redesign it. Neglected chaos and an elderly couple who wanted a peaceful,place to relax in.
Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor Spaces
Three C's LandscapingThree C's Landscaping
Finished Interlock Projects
Finished Interlock Projects
Life Long LandscapingLife Long Landscaping
These apartments were in need of some color and life. We added this raised planter bed and added a variety of plants that would suit the surrounding landscape.
Small Shady Back Yard
Small Shady Back Yard
Magic Landscaping, Inc.Magic Landscaping, Inc.
Natural pathway stones wind through the garden. Boulders protrude to add interest and seating, pea gravel creates open space and take the place of lawn. Magic Landscaping, Inc- New Jersey Landscape Designer & Contractor.
Tight Site But Big Entertaining
Tight Site But Big Entertaining
Land2c Landscape ArchitectureLand2c Landscape Architecture
Land2c A shady sideyard is paved with reused stone and gravel. Generous pots, the client's collection of whimsical ceramic frogs, and a birdbath add interest and form to the narrow area. Beginning groundcovers will fill in densely. The pathway is shared with neighbor. A variety of textured and colorful shady plants fill the area for beauty and interest all year.
Cottage Charm
Cottage Charm
Green View LandscapingGreen View Landscaping
Green View
Laser Cut Metal Gates and Screens
Laser Cut Metal Gates and Screens
Grand IdeasGrand Ideas
These laser cut metal screens have been attached to the walls of this courtyard, creating a lovely vertical garden.
A Serene Cleveland Park Garden
A Serene Cleveland Park Garden
Lynne ChurchLynne Church
Melissa Clark Photography
Spring planters
Spring planters
KMS Gardens and DesignKMS Gardens and Design
Hyacinths, pansies and sedum create a spring mix of color in this small planter.
Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June
Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Kirsten Gentry and Terra Jenkins for Van Zelst, Inc.
Rose Bay landscape design
Rose Bay landscape design
Secret GardensSecret Gardens
Secret Gardens has been developing this stunning harbourside garden over a number of years. A simple layout at water level provides a subtle foreground to the harbour view beyond. Simple, modern plant combinations draw from a simple but consistent colour palette. The main courtyard space is the highlight . A five metre high green wall and water wall provide the backdrop to a large banquet seat. The built in bbq, retractable ceiling, customised firepit and coffee table provide options for year round entertainment. Extensive soundproofing was incorporated into the boundary wall as well as behind the green wall to absorb noise from a neighbouring property.
Butterfly Walkway
Butterfly Walkway
South Coast LandscapeSouth Coast Landscape
A shade garden with butterfly friendly plants and low water use ground covers. © 2015 South Coast Landscape
Ground Rules Landscapes Portfolio
Ground Rules Landscapes Portfolio
Ground Rules LandscapesGround Rules Landscapes
Asian Garden, Kensington
Asian Garden, Kensington
Bethesda Garden Design llcBethesda Garden Design llc
Close up of the dry river bed curving through the garden.

Fully Shaded 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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