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Windsor Companies
Windsor Companies
Windsor CompaniesWindsor Companies
The entire grounds of this Lake Minnetonka home was renovated as part of a major home remodel. The orientation of the entrance was improved to better align automobile traffic. The new permeable driveway is built of recycled clay bricks placed on gravel. The remainder of the front yard is organized by soft lawn spaces and large Birch trees. The entrance to the home is accentuated by masses of annual flowers that frame the bluestone steps. On the lake side of the home a secluded, private patio offers refuge from the more publicly viewed backyard. This project earned Windsor Companies a Grand Honor award and Judge's Choice by the Minnesota Nursery and Landscape Association. Photos by Paul Crosby.
Golf Course
Golf Course
Blooming VistasBlooming Vistas
Gorgeous modern landscape with clean lines and exquisite detail.
The Driveway's Rock Bands Are Bird Baths
The Driveway's Rock Bands Are Bird Baths
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
The rock bands traversing the sloped drive do more than direct rainfall into the garden where it can fuel growth and resilience. They offer shallow, fresh water for pollinators and birds. On rainy days, they dance with feathered friends.
Driveways & Walkways
Driveways & Walkways
Exterior Designs, Inc. by Beverly KatzExterior Designs, Inc. by Beverly Katz
A flagstone walkway, custom arbor and iron-gate complete this New Orleans courtyard perfectly.
Stone Stairs and Wall
Stone Stairs and Wall
Terra Ferma LandscapesTerra Ferma Landscapes
The bluestone and French limestone perfectly contrast each other.
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Highland Park Shade Garden and Patio
Van Zelst IncVan Zelst Inc
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Classic home and landscape
Classic home and landscape
R. P. Marzilli & Company Landscape ContractorR. P. Marzilli & Company Landscape Contractor
Landscape construction, masonry, architectural stone all installed by R. P. Marzilli & Company Keith LeBlanc Landscape Architecture Photography by Rosemary Fletcher
Earls Court Oasis
Earls Court Oasis
Harry Holding StudioHarry Holding Studio
An inner city oasis with enchanting planting using a tapestry of textures, shades of green and architectural forms to evoke the tropics of Australia. Here, ferns and geraniums spill over the granite plank paving.
Coastal front garden Dover Heights NSW
Coastal front garden Dover Heights NSW
Vogue & Vine - Landscape Designers SydneyVogue & Vine - Landscape Designers Sydney
Coastal front garden in Eastern Suburbs Sydney. Using coastal plants and Sydney Sandstone rocks, we created a soft coastal landscape that had a designers touch but still a natural feel
Rinconcitos
Rinconcitos
queiruga Paisajistasqueiruga Paisajistas
Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill
Banyon Tree Design StudioBanyon Tree Design Studio
The exposed front yard has regular passersby on the sidewalk with a full view of the new water feature and shade garden entry garden. A new privacy fence mimics the historic iron fence.
Brick Paver Projects
Brick Paver Projects
Fortis Ground WerksFortis Ground Werks
Shady Chic
Shady Chic
UserUser
Maria Papoutsis
Fremont Firepit
Fremont Firepit
Mark S. Garff, Landscape ArchitectMark S. Garff, Landscape Architect
In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth. Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography
RESTYLING GIARDINO Marisa & Roberto
RESTYLING GIARDINO Marisa & Roberto
I.D. Alessandro RoncatoI.D. Alessandro Roncato
Designed by ID Alessandro Roncato
Beards Creek Residence
Beards Creek Residence
McHale Landscape Design, Inc.McHale Landscape Design, Inc.
Dynamic statuary adds interest to the landscape.
St Charles Paradise
St Charles Paradise
Grant and Power LandscapingGrant and Power Landscaping
The flagstone patio and custom pergola provide a quaint spot to rest and meet in the front garden. Photo by www.crewsphotography.com
Shade Garden
Shade Garden
Pearson Landscape ServicesPearson Landscape Services
Wolf Residence
Wolf Residence
ZODEGA | TISZODEGA | TIS
Wolf residence (two years after installation) from sidewalk view. Custom concrete lawn pads (small) create walkway from drive to front door in a way that will not make a pathway in the turf as a result of foot traffic. While they appear to be flowers, this is actually Snow in Summer Jasmine (groundcover) which has small white and pink leaves that look like a flower from afar but are very hearty. Terraced look to the shrubs in the bed against the house.
Bare Foot Family Foodscape
Bare Foot Family Foodscape
Christian Douglas Design, Inc.Christian Douglas Design, Inc.

Green 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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