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Traditional Sloped Garden Ideas and Designs

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Webster, MA lake house
Webster, MA lake house
Sallie Hill Design, Landscape ArchitectSallie Hill Design, Landscape Architect
Webster, MA lake house. - Complete lakeside landscape renovation using boulders and ornamental grass plantings, New England fieldstone wall, granite steps, bluestone pathway and fire pit. - Sallie Hill Design | Landscape Architecture | 339-970-9058 | salliehilldesign.com | photo ©2008 Brian Hill
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY
Westover Landscape DesignWestover Landscape Design
Like most growing families, this client wanted to lure everyone outside. And when the family went outdoors, they were hoping to find flamboyant color, delicious fragrance, freshly grilled food, fun play-spaces, and comfy entertaining areas waiting. Privacy was an imperative. Seems basic enough. But a heap of challenges stood in the way between what they were given upon arrival and the family's ultimate dreamscape. Primary among the impediments was the fact that the house stands on a busy corner lot. Plus, the breakneck slope was definitely not playground-friendly. Fortunately, Westover Landscape Design rode to the rescue and literally leveled the playing field. Furthermore, flowing from space to space is a thoroughly enjoyable, ever-changing journey given the blossom-filled, year-around-splendiferous gardens that now hug the walkway and stretch out to the property lines. Soft evergreen hedges and billowing flowering shrubs muffle street noise, giving the garden within a sense of embrace. A fully functional (and frequently used) convenient outdoor kitchen/dining area/living room expand the house's floorplan into a relaxing, nature-infused on-site vacationland. Mission accomplished. With the addition of the stunning old-world stone fireplace and pergola, this amazing property is a welcome retreat for year round enjoyment. Mission accomplished. Rob Cardillo for Westover Landscape Design, Inc.
Patio and firepit
Patio and firepit
The Lazy GardenerThe Lazy Gardener
At the midpoint of the natural stone stairway. a small patio and fire pit sit directly across from the waterfall and koi pond.
World Class Pools. Pittsburgh Premier Designs and Construction
World Class Pools. Pittsburgh Premier Designs and Construction
World Class PoolsWorld Class Pools
Thomas Blodgett
Terraces
Terraces
Kingdom LandscapeKingdom Landscape
Dry laid English feather stone terraces on top of a brick wall. Daylillys, Butterfly bush. Russian Sage and annuals delight the visual senses in this, a favorite style of Tulsa Landscaping design.
California native garden
California native garden
Linda Estrin Garden DesignLinda Estrin Garden Design
Terrace Walls w Large Stone Insets and Steps
Terrace Walls w Large Stone Insets and Steps
THE KING'S MASONSTHE KING'S MASONS
Terraced stone walls in Arlington VA hold the bank, are designed to allow for drainage and are so graceful! Notice the large contrast stones placed IN the walls. Each of the natural stone steps and boulders are hand picked and placed.
Hidden Gem in Tiverton
Hidden Gem in Tiverton
Sunflower Designs LLCSunflower Designs LLC
Photo Credit: Rupert Whiteley
Magnolia Residence- Hillside Renovation
Magnolia Residence- Hillside Renovation
Kim Rooney DesignKim Rooney Design
Hillside Garden Designed by Kim Rooney Landscape architect, located in the Magnolia neighborhood of Seattle Washington. This photo was taken by Eva Blanchard Photography.
Unique Hillside Landscape designed and installed by Bragar Landscaping.
Unique Hillside Landscape designed and installed by Bragar Landscaping.
Bragar LandscapingBragar Landscaping
Photo by Bragar Landscaping. I designed this patio at the top of the hillside. I chose to use a permeable type of patio surface, allowing water to percolate into the soil below the patio. Please notice my curved garden wall and the way the bull nose brick follow the curve. My masonry usually has curves and I have developed a few methods to insure the curves are nearly perfect. In addition I construct wood structures such as patio covers, trellises, gates, and garden dividers.
Flagstone Pathway
Flagstone Pathway
Regenesis Ecological DesignRegenesis Ecological Design
Crushed gravel and flagstone walkway extends and frames the patio. A colorful container planter and boulders accent the pathway. Anna Caitlin Photography
steep hillside patio and stone steps
steep hillside patio and stone steps
Linden L.A.N.D. GroupLinden L.A.N.D. Group
Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Our Water Features
Our Water Features
Environmental Concepts Landscaping LLCEnvironmental Concepts Landscaping LLC
Stone Walkways
Stone Walkways
Greenshooz LandscapingGreenshooz Landscaping
Traditional Lighting
Traditional Lighting
McKay Landscape LightingMcKay Landscape Lighting
CLCA State Trophy Winner
CLCA State Trophy Winner
Vicreations IncVicreations Inc
Vic Perederi
Stepping Stone Path
Stepping Stone Path
Land Art Design, Inc.Land Art Design, Inc.
Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
Rancho Santa Fe, Pool, Bluestone, Estate Driveway, Pool house
Rancho Santa Fe, Pool, Bluestone, Estate Driveway, Pool house
The Design Build CompanyThe Design Build Company
Estate landscaping with long driveway, and new Pool with new bluestone paving all designed and installed by Rob Hill, landscape architect-contractor . The outdoor pool pavilion designed by Friehauf architects. This is a 7 acre estate with equestrian area, stone walls terracing and cottage garden traditional landscaping
Henderson
Henderson
MLG Landscape Design, LLCMLG Landscape Design, LLC
Walls
Walls
Hartman Companies, Inc.Hartman Companies, Inc.

Traditional Sloped Garden Ideas and Designs

A beautifully designed traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional front garden design.

How should I design my traditional 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 traditional 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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