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Small Garden Ideas and Designs

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Hampstead Small Garden
Hampstead Small Garden
Peter Reader LandscapesPeter Reader Landscapes
The view from the raised seating area across the garden.
Small contemporary back formal garden in London with concrete paving.
A new build needs a new garden
A new build needs a new garden
Sprout UpSprout Up
A bespoke raised bed full of perennials, bulbs and herbs. Three steps / seats are also small storage areas.
This is an example of a small modern back formal full sun garden for summer in London with a living wall and decking.
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
GreenManProsGreenManPros
Photo of a small classic back garden in New York with brick paving and a waterfall.
Sunnyside Zen Garden
Sunnyside Zen Garden
Northwest Native Landscapes LLCNorthwest Native Landscapes LLC
Photo of a small world-inspired back garden in Portland with natural stone paving.
Garden Design in Clapham, London 1
Garden Design in Clapham, London 1
Kate Eyre Garden DesignKate Eyre Garden Design
Kate Eyre Garden Design
Small contemporary back garden in London.
Residential Work
Residential Work
SOLscape, LLCSOLscape, LLC
Small classic side partial sun garden for summer in Bridgeport with mulch.
grass + concrete at modern courtyard entry
grass + concrete at modern courtyard entry
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
smooth stucco in a subtle warm gray tone complements the natural movement and finish of the cedar entry
Design ideas for a small front xeriscape full sun garden in Orange County with a garden path, concrete paving and a wood fence.
Ogden Front Garden
Ogden Front Garden
The Ardent Gardener Landscape DesignThe Ardent Gardener Landscape Design
Photo of a small bohemian front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Salt Lake City with a garden path and gravel.
Edible green wall
Edible green wall
Do it on the RoofDo it on the Roof
Design ideas for a small modern courtyard full sun garden in Melbourne with a living wall.
Ranches
Ranches
Hortus Grass-Artificial Turf Solutions in DubaiHortus Grass-Artificial Turf Solutions in Dubai
Nadeem
Design ideas for a small contemporary side formal garden in Other with concrete paving.
Gardens
Gardens
R&S LandscapingR&S Landscaping
Photo of a small traditional back formal fully shaded garden in New York with a garden path and natural stone paving.
Horizontal boards cedar fences
Horizontal boards cedar fences
Dream Fence by Fensu Inc.Dream Fence by Fensu Inc.
This is an example of a small modern front garden in Boston.
Concrete water fountain
Concrete water fountain
Studio H Landscape ArchitectureStudio H Landscape Architecture
Sideyard modern water feature. The fountain is located off the living room window to enjoy from both the living area and kitchen. Concrete stepping pads extend over the fountain and into the artificial turf area in the rear yard. Succulents and grasses are planted throughout the yard.
Custom Gates
Custom Gates
J & J FENCEJ & J FENCE
Design ideas for a small classic front driveway full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with concrete paving, a gate and a wood fence.
Native high-desert meadow brightens a small front yard
Native high-desert meadow brightens a small front yard
Susan J TweitSusan J Tweit
Susan J. Tweit
Small bohemian front xeriscape full sun garden for summer in Denver.
Desination Garden
Desination Garden
Sun or Shade Garden DesignSun or Shade Garden Design
Here we create a quiet destination garden around a pergola. The grape vines create a cool shady area where you can relax in the hammock and enjoy a book and a cool beverage.
Brazilian Hardwood Gate
Brazilian Hardwood Gate
B. Jane GardensB. Jane Gardens
Ryann Ford
Small contemporary back garden in Austin with natural stone paving.
Shell Beach Woodland Stream
Shell Beach Woodland Stream
Erik Jones LandscapingErik Jones Landscaping
Closeup of a portion of the steps going up the side yard and the Stream Bursting out for a Moment before it Dives back Underground. Check out the Horizontally planted Japanese Maple, the Autumn Ferns, The Cinnamon Ferns, and the Hostas Nestled Between the Stones. Erik Jones
Spanish Bungalow
Spanish Bungalow
Lisa Gimmy Landscape ArchitectureLisa Gimmy Landscape Architecture
Inspiration for a small mediterranean courtyard full sun garden in Los Angeles with natural stone paving.
Whitefish Bay Backyard
Whitefish Bay Backyard
GRG PlayscapesGRG Playscapes
Little Giant Photography
This is an example of a small bohemian back formal partial sun garden for summer in Milwaukee with a vegetable patch and natural stone paving.

Small 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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