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Ashtead
Ashtead
David Simpson GardensDavid Simpson Gardens
Backyard Wetland
Backyard Wetland
Plan-it Earth DesignPlan-it Earth Design
A string of small bioswales manages stormwater from the property higher on the hill, also from the slope of their own backyard. Native plants provide habitat while reducing erosion and slowing the movement of water across the property
Fire pit landscape
Fire pit landscape
Project MasterzProject Masterz
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Garden pond
Garden pond
Jane Ashley Garden DesignJane Ashley Garden Design
Waterfall running into garden pond which has koi and goldfish and is surrounded by lush planting. Alongside is a separate wildlife pond.
Edible Gardens
Edible Gardens
Botanica Landscape Inc.Botanica Landscape Inc.
Raised beds made of redwood, lined with pond liner, create a beautiful front garden
Carmel NY - Woodland Steps
Carmel NY - Woodland Steps
Hortulus Animae llc - Mindful Garden DesignHortulus Animae llc - Mindful Garden Design
-Custom Driftwood and Tanglevine Railing -tasteful brass low-voltage pathlights, discretely embedded into railings -Bluestone and Pea Gravel Steps -Native Woodland Plantings for Shade
Walkway & Steps Project, Newton MA
Walkway & Steps Project, Newton MA
ALL Landscaping CompanyALL Landscaping Company
The ALL Landscaping crew crafted this beautiful rustic stone walkway & landing for Newton, MA clients in 2013. We think this style complements the property well! Interested to see what we can do for your outdoor space? It's never too early to think of spring -- give us a call today and we'll get a project set up for you so you can enjoy your dream outdoor space this summer. Call (508) 351-9883 or email AllLandscapingCo@gmail.com for your FREE consultation today.
Lake Millicent-Natural stepping stones
Lake Millicent-Natural stepping stones
Miller Creek Lawn & LandscapeMiller Creek Lawn & Landscape
Natural stepping stones
Chaparral Summer Blooms
Chaparral Summer Blooms
FormLA LandscapingFormLA Landscaping
Even in the middle of summer, the garden's full sun foliage, including White Sage (Salvia apiana) and Red Buckwheat (Eriogonum grande var. rubescens) is vibrant, hydrated and blooming.
Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California
Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California
Dig Your Garden Landscape DesignDig Your Garden Landscape Design
APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants, complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Low voltage pathway and garden lights provide nighttime ambiance. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design
Landscape Channels Stormwater into a Rain Garden
Landscape Channels Stormwater into a Rain Garden
Southview DesignSouthview Design
Inviting front entry garden channels stormwater into a retention swale to protect the lake from fertilizer runoff.
Dogtrot
Dogtrot
CLB ArchitectsCLB Architects
Throughout the Dogtrot residence, materiality is minimal. The exterior is clad in oxidized steel, the interiors expressed in steel, glass, and concrete. Residential architecture and interior design by CLB in Jackson, Wyoming.
Villa nella campagna toscana con giardino
Villa nella campagna toscana con giardino
Arkproject Camaiti & CangiArkproject Camaiti & Cangi
Vista generale del giardino all'italiana
Raised Bed Garden with Potting Shed
Raised Bed Garden with Potting Shed
Drip Landscape and Tree ServiceDrip Landscape and Tree Service
Raised-bed garden made with repurposed cedar. Includes drip irrigation, game fence, recycled glass mulch, and potting shed.
Enclosed vegetable garden
Enclosed vegetable garden
Landsburg Landscape NurseryLandsburg Landscape Nursery
Greenhouses
Greenhouses
Masterful ConstructionMasterful Construction
Belmont Rustic Family Space
Belmont Rustic Family Space
Kristen Rudger Landscape DesignKristen Rudger Landscape Design
Jude Parkinson Morgan
Creek View
Creek View
Studio Carver Architects, Inc.Studio Carver Architects, Inc.
A romantic creek surrounds this small promontory in the middle of a redwood forest. A steel platform on pier footings cantilevers between the large redwood trees to support the two story core and five single story wings, each housing a room or deck. Fire being a major concern – CorTen Steel Siding was chosen as the finish material, which also disappears into the surrounding forest of rust-colored redwood trunks.
Evergreen Mountain Retreat
Evergreen Mountain Retreat
Designscapes Colorado Inc.Designscapes Colorado Inc.
The flat stacked stone and timber columns in the front of the house are enhanced by blooming flowers and a variety of textures for a dramatic garden setting. Photographed by David Lauer Photography

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.
Garden landscaping in Ealing, London
Garden landscaping in Ealing, London
Positive Garden LtdPositive Garden Ltd
Garden landscaping in Ealing, London http://www.positivegarden.com/portfolio/garden-landscaping-in-ealing/ Corten steel planters/ raised beds, oak benches, self-binding gravel, veg patch, Collingwood lights and corten steel fire pit. Turf: Tillers turf Stone: Raj Sandstone Designer: Emma Griffin http://www.emmagriffingardens.com/ Postive Garden Ltd
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