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Painted black timber elevation
Painted black timber elevation
Karen Parry ArchitectKaren Parry Architect
RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden 2
RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden 2
Chris SnookChris Snook
Photo: Chris Snook © 2016 Houzz
High Desert Design / Bertch Residence / Estancia - Scottsdale Az.
High Desert Design / Bertch Residence / Estancia - Scottsdale Az.
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Photos by ©ThompsonPhotographic.com 2019 A passion for the Southwest inspires one couple to turn their garden into a vibrant showcase for Sonoran Desert flora. By Nancy Erdmann | Photography by Steve Thompson For someone who loves to garden and has done so in many areas of the U.S., taking on the challenge of a rocky, boulder-strewn hillside lot in the Sonoran Desert is something that Carey Bertsch relishes. “I was born in Scotland but grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. My husband, Robin, is from Indiana. We have always loved everything about the Southwest. The sunny, arid climate; the lifestyle; the flora; the fauna—they all resonate with us,” she remarks. As such, the couple, who are based in Colorado, decided to purchase a part-time residence in Arizona. They found a Santa Fe Territorial-style home that’s tucked into the base of a steep slope in North Scottsdale’s Estancia community. Populated with natural boulder outcroppings, the property’s landscape was rudimentary at best. “But we saw the potential and knew it could be so much more,” recalls Carey. She and her husband lived in the house for several years before making any major changes; they recently completed a total exterior remodel.
Front fountain
Front fountain
Sycamore DesignSycamore Design
Full Outdoor Automation, Lighting and Sound
Full Outdoor Automation, Lighting and Sound
Great Choice Audio VideoGreat Choice Audio Video

Red cedar trellis with climbing clematis and hydrangea.
Red cedar trellis with climbing clematis and hydrangea.
Sallie Hill Design, Landscape ArchitectSallie Hill Design, Landscape Architect
Red cedar trellis for climbing clematis against red brick house, Newton, MA - ©2015 Brian Hill
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence
Smalls LandscapingSmalls Landscaping
One-of-a-kind and other very rare plants are around every corner. The view from any angle offers something new and interesting. The property is a constant work in progress as planting beds and landscape installations are in constant ebb and flow.
Modern Landscape
Modern Landscape
Putney
Putney
Harry Holding StudioHarry Holding Studio
A contemporary garden for a family in South London. The planting is naturalistic and wildlife friendly, softening the sharp geometry employed in the hard landscaping. Seen here in summer with the echinacea, echinops and kniphofia in full bloom.
Бассейн.Территория.Частный дом.
Бассейн.Территория.Частный дом.
Шмуль АлексейШмуль Алексей
Privatgarten
Privatgarten
Gartengestaltung Ralf Grothe GmbHGartengestaltung Ralf Grothe GmbH
Firma Grothe, Miquel Tres
Louisiana Style in the Texas Hill Country
Louisiana Style in the Texas Hill Country
Godsey HomesGodsey Homes
Southern Style courtyard made with reclaimed brick
Mid-Century Pool Build
Mid-Century Pool Build
Blue Stone ConstructionBlue Stone Construction
A Traditional Spring Garden
A Traditional Spring Garden
Designscapes Colorado Inc.Designscapes Colorado Inc.
Garden Dublin 4
Garden Dublin 4
Amazon Landscaping and Garden DesignAmazon Landscaping and Garden Design
Gold Granite Patio Boxwood Lollipop planting in urban Garden Design by Amazon Landscaping 014060004 Amazonlandscaping.ie
Barrington Landscaping Projects
Barrington Landscaping Projects
Bob's LandscapingBob's Landscaping
Planting in Biltmore of North Barrington. We also installed all the stone embedded in the hill.
Santa Barbara, CA | Landscape Design
Santa Barbara, CA | Landscape Design
Bill Mellett DesignBill Mellett Design
Bill Mellett Design, BMDLA.com
Coan Waterfront Landscape, Camano Island, WA
Coan Waterfront Landscape, Camano Island, WA
Lankford Associates Landscape ArchitectsLankford Associates Landscape Architects
Blanket flower, ceanothus, iris, blue oat grass, sedum and thyme make a low maintenance, drought reisistant garden by the water. Located on the shores of Puget Sound in Washington State. Photo by Scott Lankford
Japanese Garden
Japanese Garden
Holmes Fine GardensHolmes Fine Gardens
Traditional English Garden
Traditional English Garden
Pippa Schofield Garden DesignPippa Schofield Garden Design
A bed of lavender wraps around the terrace filling it with scent. The stems of Salvia in the foreground pick up on the dark pink Knautia. Photo and planting by Pippa Schofield Garden Design.

Purple 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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