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Landscape - Spruce Moose Lodge
Landscape - Spruce Moose Lodge
Liv4 ArchitectureLiv4 Architecture
A blend of different rock types adds interest to the tiered retaining wall. Stone steps wind their way down and lead to a boathouse and a cozy beachfront.
Woodland Residence
Woodland Residence
Lightscape, Inc.Lightscape, Inc.
Steve Achtemeier
Foxy Colorado Stream
Foxy Colorado Stream
Alpine GardensAlpine Gardens
High Desert meets Mountain Valley
High Desert meets Mountain Valley
The Ardent Gardener Landscape DesignThe Ardent Gardener Landscape Design
Low water landscape for a vacation home in a Zone 4. Emphasis on texture, structure and color, year round. Extensive stone work, a beautiful oversize glass tile spa and built in fire pit make good use of the garden and amazing views. Photo: The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design
Adventure Garden
Adventure Garden
Christy Webber LandscapesChristy Webber Landscapes
When asked to design a beautiful landscape that functions for all ages and occasions, yet doubles as a natural adventure playground - in the heart of Chicago - you might be forgiven for taking a deep gulp. But that’s exactly what we did. In this picture, you get a framed glimpse of the adventure, with a winding woodland path taking you over the frog guarded pond’s stepping stones, through the rustic serpentine wall, and into the formal lawn clearing beyond. Did we mention that this is the only way to get there?
Vail Valley Retreat
Vail Valley Retreat
ULFBUILTULFBUILT
Cottage Style Outdoor Living in Upper St. Clair
Cottage Style Outdoor Living in Upper St. Clair
Blackwood & Associates, Inc.Blackwood & Associates, Inc.
Hummingbird Sage - The Ideal Hummingbird Feeder
Hummingbird Sage - The Ideal Hummingbird Feeder
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
The mix of Hummingbird Sage and Island Buckwheat bordering the bioswale predictably draws pollinators. Intoxicating for humans, the fragrance of Hummingbird Sage keeps hummingbirds dancing! When its blooms fade, the seed heads continue to serve as a birdfeeder, while its sun-or-shade, evergreen foliage helps retain slopes.
Goshen stone steps
Goshen stone steps
Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.Andrew Zema's Landscaping, Inc.
Andrew Zema
Stone Work
Stone Work
John Falvella Construction ServicesJohn Falvella Construction Services
Backyard Sanctuary
Backyard Sanctuary
SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + ConstructionSURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction
Custom cedar and stone gate creates a sense of arrival to the backyard, Morgan Howarth Photography, Surrounds Inc.
Sweet Valley, PA - Pond Landscaping & Fountain
Sweet Valley, PA - Pond Landscaping & Fountain
Russell Landscape ConstructionRussell Landscape Construction
The owners of this property are hosting a wedding soon and needed some help getting the place in shape. They built this large pond by themselves and we helped them by doing the grading/seeding and landscaping around the pond. We also installed this amazing floating fountain, not only as a decorative piece, but also to aerate the pond.
Mississauga Lake, planting to soften the stone steps and landing
Mississauga Lake, planting to soften the stone steps and landing
Meyer's Landscaping Ltd.Meyer's Landscaping Ltd.
Harsh lines, smoothed by plants, bringing texture and colour to shades of grey!
Retaining Walls
Retaining Walls
Lyons LandscapingLyons Landscaping
Rustic Water Feature Greeley
Rustic Water Feature Greeley
Alpine GardensAlpine Gardens
Path on Perch
Path on Perch
Zone4 Landscapes Ltd.Zone4 Landscapes Ltd.
The path leading up to the steps to the patio provides a generous transition to the stroll garden and steps down to the lower level. This shot also gives a good perspective on how the garden works with the house.
Casa Güeñes
Casa Güeñes
Premium ViewsPremium Views
Juan Boado
Irvine
Irvine
Design Focus InternationalDesign Focus International
© Lauren Devon, www.laurendevon.com
Fun for the whole family
Fun for the whole family
Kristen Rudger Landscape DesignKristen Rudger Landscape Design
Jude Parkinson Morgan
Lakeside Hideaway Landscape
Lakeside Hideaway Landscape
Town + Country Cedar Homes, Inc.Town + Country Cedar Homes, Inc.
Natural landscaping. Dogs love it!

Large Rustic Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic front garden design.

How should I design my rustic 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 rustic 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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