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Small Xeriscape Garden Ideas and Designs

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Scarsdale Tudor
Scarsdale Tudor
Design Farm GroupDesign Farm Group
Natural fieldstone retaining walls intermix with existing rock outcrops create a backdrop for an alternative micro clover lawn and bluestone pathway.
Portland Four Square Front Yard
Portland Four Square Front Yard
Harmony Design NorthwestHarmony Design Northwest
Low maintenance front yard (no grass!) with a paver entry pad and path, expanding driveway and welcome area. The landscaping features soft plants that bring curb appeal to the traditional four square home.
Del Mar Charmer
Del Mar Charmer
Jackie and the BeanstalkJackie and the Beanstalk
There are whimsical garden art and accessories throughout the garden, including mirrors in several locations.
Pergola and Studio
Pergola and Studio
Weeds Garden Design Build LLCWeeds Garden Design Build LLC
A nice view of the custom steel veggie beds - plenty of chard here! Dry set flagstones are inter-planted with Kurapia ground cover, both low water and low maintenance. This was a great little design-build project for some great clients! We oversaw the construction of the shed, designed and built the pergola, deck, outdoor kitchen, water feature, flagstone patio, as well as installing the plants, irrigation and landscape lighting. So pretty at night!
Low Wall / Court - Corten House
Low Wall / Court - Corten House
Charles Di Piazza ArchitectureCharles Di Piazza Architecture
The Court / Corten Garden is shared as a neighborhood gathering space, and provides a setting for a variety of intimate social events. The two domains of the garden are made distinct by a low wall, which is backed by plantings that will continue to grow and provide a visual separation between the two spaces.
Succulent Front Yard
Succulent Front Yard
Sarah Herman Landscape DesignSarah Herman Landscape Design
Succulents and other drought-tolerant Mediterranean climate plantings adorn this vibrant front yard in El Cerrito.
Urban Outdoor Living Room
Urban Outdoor Living Room
GreenBirdGreenBird
GreenBird Gardening Ltd
Magnolia Front Yard
Magnolia Front Yard
Banyon Tree Design StudioBanyon Tree Design Studio
Banyon Tree Design Studio
Scenic Habitat
Scenic Habitat
Roxy DesignsRoxy Designs
Photo: © Jude Parkinson-Morgan
Very Small Xeriscape Cottage Garden
Very Small Xeriscape Cottage Garden
English Landscape LLCEnglish Landscape LLC
Woodland Garden- Los Feliz
Woodland Garden- Los Feliz
Ketti Kupper Conscious Life DesignKetti Kupper Conscious Life Design
Boulders used to create a natural retaining wall and keep the rustic feeling in the heart of the city . Photo by Ketti Kupper.
Narragansett Beach House
Narragansett Beach House
D'Urso Landscaping and Construction, Inc.D'Urso Landscaping and Construction, Inc.
A permeable walk was installed into the backyard using bluestone slab steppers set in pea stone. Simple plantings add warmth, softness and interest to the space.
The Swiss Army Jewel Box
The Swiss Army Jewel Box
Ian Moore DesignIan Moore Design
Each of the materials was chosen for a balance of richness and simplicity. The Kebony decking continues the rich color tone set by the oiled Cedar shingle and traditional Japanese Shou Sugi Ban siding on the rear facade of the house. The California Gold Slate for the rear yard patio adds additional texture and depth to the ground plane. The powder-coated metal railings enclose the deck and partition the dog run and bike parking area from the main rear yard. The eclectic plant mix blends California natives with other Mediterranean plants for a variety of color, texture and seasonality.
Not Just a Side Yard
Not Just a Side Yard
Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D LandscapingWildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping
Barbecue Comand Center
Barbecue Comand Center
Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.
Annabelle Hydrangea, Chartreuse Catalpa
Sabin Habitat Garden
Sabin Habitat Garden
Northwest Native Landscapes LLCNorthwest Native Landscapes LLC
Driveway extended with pavers to accent the existing concrete. Nearby plantings provide all-season interest and attract pollinators.
Mini Modern
Mini Modern
flora Distinctive Landscapesflora Distinctive Landscapes
AFTER - Completed view from the street
AFTER - Completed view from the street
Metamorphic DesignMetamorphic Design
Showing the front yard planting arrangement from the street
Memorial Garden
Memorial Garden
Bri LehmanBri Lehman
Small, Charming & Colorful Front Yard Makeover
Small, Charming & Colorful Front Yard Makeover
Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLAHome & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA
Fountain sits where there was once a large shrub blocking the view. This new design is far more welcoming! Listen to the trickling fountain as you walk to the front door or sit on the swing on the porch. The openness of this new design is also more safe. Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.

Small Xeriscape 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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