Garden design for small gardens

4 of 52

Mistana

Rolf 2-Piece Galvanized Iron Wall Planter Set

Now 44% off

$30 AT WAYFAIR

If you've been longing to give vertical gardening a try, now's your chance. Go for one or two planters, depending on just how green your thumb is.

5 of 52

H&M

Large Metal Candle Lantern

$30 AT H&M

Lighting is important for an outdoor space, especially if it's on the small side. Illuminate yours with this stylish metal lantern that fits one large pillar candle.

A Beautiful Mess

6 of 52

Herb Garden

There's something special about an orderly display of potted plants, especially when they're in vibrant colors that showcase the beauty of the season.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess »

Sugar & Cloth

7 of 52

Faux Grass Stepping Stones

You might not have a huge lawn, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy a bit of grass — even if it's faux. These faux grass stepping stones are inexpensive to make on your own.

Get the tutorial at Sugar & Cloth »

Crafts by Amanda

8 of 52

Mason Jar Planters

Add a country-chic touch to your garden with these mason jar planters (pint or quart size), which are perfect for herbs of all kinds.

Get the tutorial at Crafts by Amanda »

9 of 52

Safavieh

Stella Glazed Ceramic Decorative Garden Stool

Now 62% off

$83 AT AMAZON $110 AT HOME DEPOT $111 AT BED BATH AND BEYOND

You can't go wrong with a versatile piece of decor like this garden stool that works for resting drinks, reading material or even a plant or two. Plus, it's designed to withstand the elements, which means you'll be able to use it season after season.

10 of 52

Terrain

Canvas Carry-All Garden Stool

$48 AT ANTHROPOLOGIE

Small gardens call for double-duty essentials. The perfect example? This nifty tool bag that doubles as a foldable chair.

11 of 52

Lattice Green Wall

Obsessed with lattice? For an unexpected touch to your garden, let the pattern set the foundation for a green wall.

Lisa Romerein

12 of 52

Fold-Out Shelf

Brian Woodcock

13 of 52

Patterned Hanging Planters

andreusKGetty Images

14 of 52

Hammock

Play up your garden's cozy factor with a stylish hammock, designed for an afternoon nap or getting lost in a good book.

Alex LevineGetty Images

15 of 52

Globe String Lights

Any outdoor gathering would be so much more fun if classic string lights are in the mix, whether you choose to hang them on a fence or under a pergola.

Courtesy of manufacturer

16 of 52

Fence Planters

Window boxes can be used in so many creative ways. Fill one with vibrant blooms—a great match for a white picket fence.

GAP Photos/Clive Nichols

17 of 52

Vibrant Chairs

Outfitting a small space doesn't mean you have to settle for drab furniture. The brighter, the better is the way to go to bring your space to life.

18 of 52

Sol 72 Outdoor

Aanya Hardwood Dark Red Meranti Potting Bench

Now 57% off

$107 AT WAYFAIR

With a roomy shelf underneath, this wood piece doubles as a mini garden "shed" for storage.

19 of 52

Society6

Floral Still Life Sling Chair

Now 25% off

$131 AT SOCIETY6

When it comes to an impromptu yard game, consider folding furniture, like this floral style, to easily free up space in an instant.

ArterraGetty Images

20 of 52

Square Foot Gardening

This highly efficient method divides raised beds into a grid. Vegetables then get planted in one or more squares at a density based on plant size (e.g., you’d plant about 16 radish seeds per square, but only one tomato plant).

RELATED: The Pros and Cons of Square Foot Gardening

21 of 52

Buy Ecopots Hanging Pot

$35 AT BLOOMSCAPE

Ditch those unsightly plastic hanging pots for a sleek bowl like this waterproof design that's available in four colors: charcoal, stone, clay and slate.

Mike Garten

22 of 52

Flower-Filled Planters

Instantly boost your home’s curb appeal with bright blooms on each side of your front door. Expecting guests? Steal these tricks
from our home team: Add stems from a supermarket bouquet for extra fullness and mint for a fragrant burst.

Buff Strickland

23 of 52

Container Gardening

SHOP POTS

Green up your patio or deck with oversized terracotta or plastic planters overflowing with anything from tomatoes to wildflowers. (The lush lineup here creates a pretty privacy wall!)

RELATED: Everything You Need to Know About Container Gardening

RazaRaGetty Images

24 of 52

Potted Fruit Trees

SHOP ORANGE TREES

If you've got a tiny patio or balcony, you can grow a fruit tree. Calamondin orange or fig trees especially do well in pots at least 1 foot in diameter and 1 foot deep. Just watch out: Choose a variety that can survive at least two zones colder than where you live, because planters will freeze faster than the ground.

RELATED: 8 Fruit Trees You Can Grow Right on Your Porch

nicolas_Getty Images

25 of 52

Companion Planting

Placing flowers and veggies together in the same beds doesn't just save space. It'll help boost your yields and keep plants happy by attracting more pollinators.

Mike Garten

26 of 52

Fairy Garden

Think small — really small — with this adorable project. Outfitted with a mini birdhouse, rustic stones, and teeny-tiny accessories, this planter is the perfect thing to make with kids.

Get the tutorial »

.

27 of 52

The Backyard Homestead

$19 AT GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

If you have ¼ acre of land (or even less!), you can produce your own vegetables, fruits, grains, eggs, and more — this book shares garden plans, landscaping tips, planting tricks, chicken coop ideas, and more.

Craig McCauslandGetty Images

28 of 52

Dwarf Trees

Averaging about 15 feet tall and wide, many ornamental or dwarf tree varieties can handle tiny spaces. Crowd-pleasers like dogwoods, camellias, crepe myrtle, and crabapples offer both flowers and foliage too.

RELATED: The 9 Best Trees for Small Yards

29 of 52

AMAZON BEST SELLER

Mkono

Mid Century Plant Stands

Now 14% off

$25 AT AMAZON

Amazon shoppers are obsessed with this cute wooden plant stand that can fit just about anywhere. Consider your yard officially Instagrammable. (Note: The plant and pot is not included. )

30 of 52

Habit + Form Rectangle Trough

$48 AT TERRAIN

If your outdoor dining spot could use a little green, try adding one of these long planters to the table. The cold-rolled steel can stand up to the elements, and succulents will adapt to even the shallowest containers.

Landscaping of a garden plot with an area of ​​6 acres

In Soviet times, the generosity of those in power knew no bounds. As a result, millions of people have become owners of cherished pieces of land of 6 acres in size, intended for horticultural activities.

Contents

In those distant years, the land was cultivated with maximum rationality and no one even thought about the landscape design of the garden. The main task was to plant everything, to the last centimeter, with useful plants and collect a giant harvest. Times have changed, and so have the needs of the people. They dreamed less and less about tedious agricultural work and more and more wanted to make the design of their garden plot more adapted for a good rest. nine0003

organization of a mobile garden with a seating area

A change in priorities has led to the need for a special approach to the improvement of the territory, that is, filling it with the buildings necessary for a pleasant pastime. The garden and beds in the design of a garden plot of 6 acres have faded into the background today. They were replaced by comfortable houses, gazebos, bathhouses, recreation areas. This does not mean that the former have been completely forgotten. Most housewives stand up for their arrangement, but more and more non-standard places are allocated for planting greenery. Would you like to join the connoisseurs of the comfort of a country holiday? Let's see how you can easily and inexpensively transform your garden landscaping. nine0003

cypress hedge will create comfortable conditions for summer holidays

back to contents ↑

Functional areas of the garden plot

It is necessary to start working on a plan for transforming a small garden plot with the choice of functional zones that you would like to see on its area. It is clear that each owner will have his own opinion on this matter, and yet, most often they try to squeeze into the boundaries of 6 acres:

• residential building;
nine0023 parking place;
• garage;
• guest house;
• bath;
• hozblok;
• recreation area with barbecue or barbecue;
• gazebo;
• summer kitchen;
• smokehouse;
• playground;
• flower beds;
• body of water;
• paths and alleys.

metal arch in garden landscape design

Naturally, it is almost impossible to fit all of the above into such modest boundaries, but still it is worth a try. If you notice, some zones have similar functionality. You can try to combine them. How? Try sacrificing the guest house and setting aside a room in your house for guests instead. The lack of a car will eliminate the need to build a garage. At the same time, parking in the landscape design of a garden plot of 6 acres is still better to keep. When building a bath, you should think about attaching a veranda, gazebo or summer kitchen to it. The second floor or attic room should be equipped as a guest room. nine0003

with proper planning of the design of a summer cottage, any household will successfully fit in. building

Trees and shrubs in the garden can be used as hedges, and flower beds can be made vertical. In the same way, you can break the garden. If you prefer traditional beds, one square of land will be enough for their arrangement.

Having decided on the list of obligatory objects for you, you should proceed to their placement on the territory plan. Most often this is done schematically, but with certain skills, you can create a full-fledged layout. nine0003

minimalist garden design

back to contents ↑

Garden plot design 6 acres: where to start?

We are planning a breakdown of the territory

the habitable area is not so large, when arranging it, it is very important to comply with all the requirements and comply with all the standards regarding the placement of buildings, not only in relation to each other, but also to neighboring houses. By violating at least one of the rules, you risk incurring the wrath of the fire department and other regulatory agencies, as well as provoking a conflict with your neighbors. nine0003

plants should be selected taking into account the level of sunlight

So, what and where should be in the landscape design of the garden? Let's start with parking. It should be placed near the entrance. It is irrational to drive the parking area deep into the garden, because organizing a drive to it will require the arrangement of an additional road, which means that you can forget about decorating the house adjoining with beautiful flower beds. There simply won't be room for them.

The house should be located where it will not cast a shadow on its own territory for most of the day, while deploying it so that the level of insolation of the rooms remains as high as possible. nine0003

large flowerpots fit well into the landscape design of the garden

If there is a lowland in the landscape design of the garden - an area where melt or rain water often accumulates - then it is better to take it under a pond, albeit not very large, but still. After all, it is not at all necessary to sacrifice everything and install a huge pool. No less pleasure can be obtained by spending time near a small pond or even a swamp with a stylish design.

When choosing a place for a summer kitchen, a stationary brazier or a tandoor, be guided by the indications of the wind rose. nine0072 These buildings in the garden design of 6 acres must be placed in such a way that the smoke coming from them does not enter the house and does not spread over the plot . It must immediately volatilize beyond the latter.

Perfectly shaped shrubs beautifully frame flowering trees.

Deciding not to give up the vegetable garden, look for a planting area in the southern part of the garden area. Fruit trees will also thrive here. So that they do not occupy precious squares, plant them along the fence. nine0003

It would be reasonable to leave the central part of the yard for a playground and a gazebo. This area is quite remote from the road. From the neighbor's views, they can be protected by green spaces and a solid fence.

in the spring-summer period, pots with houseplants can become an additional decoration of the garden. It makes sense to replace the usual flower beds with vertical gardening racks. By doing this, you will add colors to the landscape, and there will be no binding to a specific place. Such flower beds can be freely moved around the territory, but they will look more organically placed at the central gate, along the sides of the paths and near the gazebo. nine0003

Difficulties will arise when working on the design of a garden plot of 6 acres with a complex terrain, where elevation changes are not uncommon. The way out will be the organization of a cascading terrace, equipped with a good drainage system. The complex of separate flower garden zones, connected together through the arrangement of stairs and paths, will be especially effectively perceived.

small pond in garden landscaping

To make the terraces stronger, it is possible to use retaining walls, which can be made of stone or concrete mortar. Both options will be equally monolithic and durable. nine0003

Along with a purely practical function, retaining walls will also serve as a non-trivial decorative decoration of the garden landscape. Their appearance in the design of the garden plot will be a hint of your excellent taste and will demonstrate the ability to unconventionally approach solving such complex problems as giving aesthetic appearance to limited areas.

sculptures and various structures made of natural stone as garden decor

Correcting the garden space

A small plot area is both a disadvantage for its arrangement and an advantage. It is perfectly visible around the entire perimeter, so the landscape design of a garden of 6 acres must be flawless and be one whole. Your task is to present the territory in the most favorable light, that is, to erase the boundaries and maintain the illusion of spaciousness. To achieve such effects, you can resort to small tricks. nine0003

tall trees with an ideal crown shape and small shrubs in the design of a modern garden

Avoiding straight lines

Clearly striated 6 acres will look gloomy. The geometry of garden forms will only emphasize the isolation and narrowness of the space, so smoothly curving lines will become a more successful option for garden landscape design with such proportions. They must be seen everywhere. The sinuosity of the paths, the roundness of the flower beds, the unusual zoning of the territory, where instead of rectangles and squares everything is divided into circles, ovals and simply irregular shapes - these are your priorities in working on the design of a garden plot of 6 acres. nine0003

garden layout with lawn and concrete slab path

Eliminate fixed fences

Uncompromising, straight, fixed type fences make a painful impression on a small plot. They give rise to the illusion of confinement and some kind of hopelessness. There is no place at all for this negativity in the landscape design of the garden, therefore, high, tightly walled-up fences must be removed. Instead, it is worth putting fences made of natural materials.

A hedge would be the right solution. Such a fence is not difficult to adjust in height and give it a highly decorative and very attractive shape. It can be a purely symbolic designation of the boundaries of the site, not more than half a meter high, or a full-fledged fence in human height. nine0003

a quiet place to relax in a small oasis

It is not a bad idea to use a fence made of a stack of chain-link or just stretched wire strings, along which vines run. By this way, by the way, it is possible to solve the garden issue, because representatives of legumes and peas are quite suitable for gardening the fence.

Refusing the jungle in the garden

Landscaping of the garden, even if the area is 6 acres, should have a complete compositional look. Such a result can be obtained only if you do not plant it thoughtlessly with trees and flowers, which will branch out as they grow, intertwine and create impassable thickets, but break up beautiful flower beds and make a minimal planting of fruit trees. The rest of the free territory in the design of a garden plot of 6 acres is recommended to be sown with lawn grass. If you are not ready for such minimalism in the country flora, then you can try to expand the range of plants by selecting their ensembles with the help of professional designers. nine0003

a small architectural form can be installed in an island with plants: in this case, a flower pot

Combining a large number of green spaces in such a small space on your own is highly not recommended. The result is usually far from expected.

We organize a mobile garden

This concept covers any vegetation planted in pots and containers. Elements can be moved at will, even changing the landscape design of the garden daily. A very successful decision would be to arrange in this way the stairs, paths, the area near the gazebo or gate that are available on the territory. What to plant in a pot: tomatoes, a climbing rose or undersized conifers - decide for yourself. nine0003

Creating accent zones

a mobile garden is an excellent solution for small summer cottages

The fact that the plot is small should not be a reason for refusing to crush it, it just needs to be done not with classical straightness, but using a number of design tricks, for example, creating accents. Allocated places should be made large-scale, eye-catching. The object must be eye-catching. Best of all, in the design of a garden plot of 6 acres, they will cope with this task:

1. Pond.
2. Alpine hill.
3. Gazebo.
4. Flower garden.

The latter should be an independent element, separated by a decorative fence, and have a significant area. The division of the garden space should be done with light arched structures, landscaped with liana-like plants.

an arch entwined with plants will become a real highlight of the garden

If you want your garden to be aesthetic at any time of the day, you should take care of the decorative lighting of the area. By properly organizing the backlight, you can not only make it more comfortable to move around the site, but also create a fabulous atmosphere in the garden. A visual increase in space is achieved by using spotlights equipped with lamps that give a diffused, warm spectrum of light. Garden alleys and accent objects of the site are subject to mandatory illumination. nine0003

How to style garden landscape design?

Thinking about the design of the garden plot, you must have looked closely at the neighboring territories. Have you noticed that sometimes the presence of expensive decor and exotic plants attract attention not with their aesthetics, but rather with the absurdity of the combination? Why is this happening? Because the landscape design of the garden was carried out without any idea, that is, stylistic reference. Few amateur gardeners will be able to answer on the fly what style of garden he would like to recreate on his site. Yes, this is not necessary. Just listen to your moods and clearly imagine what you would like to see around you. nine0003

hi-tech garden design

Style or stylization?

Talking about a full-scale, with all the subtleties and vicissitudes, stylistic design of a suburban area of ​​6 acres, in principle, is not necessary. The space is too small. In this case, it is more logical to focus on its stylization, which can be done from a wide variety of angles. It can be rustic or exotic motifs. You can add oriental notes or the spirit of the Mediterranean to the garden.

Landscape design options can be the sea, which will make the situation on the site both individual and unique. To do this, you need to move away from the stereotypes of creating, say, typical Japanese gardens, Provence landscapes, etc. It is enough to determine for yourself a few basic elements, and then give free rein to your imagination and engage in complete improvisation.

corner garden in modern style

To decide in what style you would like to see garden landscape design, you should at least know what you can choose from. There are many directions for decorating suburban areas, but not all are suitable for areas limited in area. What should you focus on? nine0003

English direction

These are landscape gardens that attract with soft lines, smooth contours and natural surroundings. This is a truly natural solution that offers complete relaxation, which is very important for a modern person suffering from a lot of stress.

lawn is an integral element of the English garden

Characteristic elements of landscape design

1. Winding paths and alleys lined with natural materials. nine0024
2. Vertical type of landscaping.
3. Many perennials collected in mixborders.
4. Neat, carefully cut lawns. They are the main object of aesthetic appeal of the design of a garden plot of 6 acres and a place for organizing recreation areas .
5. Artificial reservoir, in a typical landscape design.
6. An abundance of climbing plants entwining the facade and portal of the house, fences and gates.
7. The complete absence of clear lines and strict angles. nine0024

A riot of colors in an English-style garden

Color scheme

Silver shades and the entire green spectrum are inherent in the English style.

Accessories

In the English shady landscape, a place for a pair of wooden benches is a must. A good move for the design of a garden plot of 6 acres would be to install such accessories for relaxing on retaining walls. Vintage items are added to the decor. Handicrafts are especially appreciated. Purely English solutions also include flowers planted in flowerpots. nine0003

French Destination

Arranging a French garden will require a lot of effort. This is the most capricious of garden styles, but also the most romantic. The landscape design of the garden in the French spirit is a sophistication conducive to relaxation. We are well acquainted and quite close in mentality to such a branch of it as Provence.

sophistication and romance of the garden landscape in the English style

Characteristic elements of landscape design

1. A small paved area next to the house. nine0024
2. A modest, strict lawn.
3. A small garden of ornamental trees.
4. Natural materials in decoration.
5. Paths framed by low curbs, paved with red brick or covered with sandstone.
6. A bed of spicy plants.
7. Air mini-garden.
8. Availability of climbing roses.

Color scheme

French garden landscape style gravitates towards blue-grey, purples, yellows, dark greens and reds. nine0003

characteristic colors of a French garden: yellow, red and dark green

Accessories

Emphasize the French style of garden design with wrought iron trellises, wooden pergolas, wicker furniture, a rocking chair, ornamental plants planted in terracotta clay pots.

Rustic

Country is often referred to as the oldest of all garden styles. And this is natural, because human society began to form from small communities living in small settlements. Modest houses with a simple way of life, surrounded by wild flowers, are still a balm for our soul, tormented by the bustle of the city. nine0003

small country garden plot

Characteristic landscape design elements

1. Preserved islands of nature in the form of lawns.
2. Small pond, natural look.
3. Lush flower beds populated with field plants.
4. Paved with bark, gravel or saw cut wood paths.
5. Handmade household items.
6. Floral arrangements of fruit-bearing trees and flowers. nine0024
7. The presence of a vegetable garden in the landscape design of the garden.

Color scheme

Country tends to be bright, so here the red spectrum is in favor, the partner of which often becomes white.

Accessories

pots, barrels or a cart are used to style the garden in a rustic style. Country is the realm of wood, so almost everything that appears in the decor of the territory is made from this material. Benches and wells are assembled from a log house, pergolas - from logs. Barrels are placed around the site, cast iron or pots are hung on fences, trees are decorated with birdhouses and homemade bird feeders. In the bushes and under the trees, along the paths or in front of the house, it is preferable to arrange products from a series of small architectural forms in the form of animals. They can be carved from stone, carved from wood, or sculpted from clay. nine0003

Eco-Garden

A style at the peak of popularity that allows you to create a corner of a truly wild nature in garden landscaping. Such solutions are revered for the absence of the need for special care.

design of an eco-garden with a dry stream

Characteristic elements of the landscape design

1. The naturalness of the materials that appear in the environment.
2. Symbiosis of plants with stone.
3. Flower beds with a mix of cultivated and wild flowers. nine0024
4. Presence of representatives of forest flora.
5. Intermittently paved paths, the gaps between the elements of which in the design of the garden plot are 6 acres, give grass or ground cover plants the power.
6. Minimal correction of the landscape of the site and the flora existing on it.

eco-garden - combination of plants and stone materials

color scheme

Eco-style takes on all natural shades.

Accessories

Garden landscape design is filled with rough-hewn furniture. On the territory, they must allocate a place for laying out a fire, build a hut or the most unassuming canopy, and certainly preserve stumps, an exotic type of driftwood. The garden is decorated with log benches, lamps are hidden in the crowns of trees. nine0003

Japanese direction

Japanese garden design in rich colors

Japanese garden is not just a beautiful landscape, it is a real spiritual refuge. A world that inspires contemplation and reflection. The main art object here is nature. In the design of a garden plot of 6 acres, there should not be anything reminiscent of modern times. Here, the angularity of forms, the clarity of lines and symmetry are unacceptable. The harmony of the environment is achieved by a successful combination of water, earth, stone and plants. We rarely see a garden in a truly Japanese form. More often, only some part of it is interpreted in this direction. nine0003

Characteristic elements of the landscape design

1. Presence of a water source in the garden landscape. Everything is suitable: an improvised pond, a pool, a fountain, a stream, and so on.
2. Completely asymmetric.
3. An abundance of stones of various fractions: from boulders to gravel.
4. Step by step paved paths.
5. Bamboo fence.
6. Hilly crowns of low-growing trees.
7. Dry stream.
8. Rock garden.
nine0163

a small pond as a characteristic element of a Japanese garden

Color scheme

For Japanese-style garden landscaping, choose gray, yellow, brown and white colors. Watch for the absence of contrasts. Hue transitions should be smooth. But accent color inclusions, the Japanese garden will only benefit.

Accessories

Japanese garden elements include walkways over water, lanterns and benches made of stone, bamboo products, rope fences, gazebos in the spirit of a tea house, white ceramics. nine0003

Hi-tech direction

asymmetrical sculptures in the garden in hi-tech style

“The uniqueness of the design of a garden plot of 6 acres is given by the original form of plants, non-standard appearance of structures and non-trivial way of placing decorative inclusions in it”


This is the style of progressive people and very busy people. Elements of the garden environment are created from modern materials, including: glass, polycarbonate, metal, composite materials, plastic. The uniqueness of the design of a garden plot of 6 acres is given by the original form of plants, a non-standard type of structures and a non-trivial way of placing decorative inclusions in it. nine0003

Characteristic elements of landscape design

1. Geometry of forms.
2. Straightness of paving.
3. Water bodies decorated in glass, concrete or metal.
4. Colored garden lighting.
5. Presence of colored gravel.

Hi-tech garden is, first of all, clarity and geometric shapes

Color solution

The leading colors of the hi-tech garden will be: silver, cream, sand, blue, purple shades and pure white. For accenting, choose black, yellow, red or orange colors. nine0003

Accessories

There will be many of these in high-tech garden landscaping. First of all, these are lighting elements in the form of solar-powered lanterns, LED lamps and ribbons. When stylizing this type of setting, you need to find a place for abstract sculpture, flowers in containers, eye-catching balls, cubes and pillars made of ceramics, metal and glass. In the design of a small garden plot, it is rational to use mirrors or CDs that imitate the shine of their surfaces, hidden in the branches of trees. Corrugated board is used as a fence. nine0003

Art Nouveau direction

extraordinary organization of a recreation area in modern garden landscape design

Garden landscape design in modern style will delight you with the streamlining of its forms. The style is full of aesthetics and frills. Its main content is small architectural forms and structures. Plants, in such landscapes, are very secondary. A plot with a similar design looks elegant and expensive. The main stylistic feature is considered arched and winding lines.

Characteristic elements of landscape design

1. Duplication of patterns and shapes on different garden objects. The shape of the paths should echo the planting line and be repeated in the ornaments decorating the buildings.
2. Unity of composition. In modernity, everything must be balanced. The house should be a logical component of the garden, and the garden, in turn, an adequate environment for the architectural object.
3. It is desirable to provide for the presence of a water source in the form of a fountain in the design of a garden plot of 6 acres. nine0024
4. Mass of accents.
5. Modern materials in accessories.

a custom-shaped bench will become an accent part

Color scheme

Art Nouveau garden will please with chocolate, black, brick red, deep gray, beige, pink, blue, silvery purple and white colors. In contrast, you can add fuchsia, red and yellow shades to them.

Accessories

The landscaping of a 6 acre garden uses strict furniture and concrete flower containers. Wrought-iron arbors, fences, lampposts with a typical Art Nouveau floral pattern are preferred. Of the additional elements, the site should be filled with figures of insects and birds, stylized as bronze. nine0003

Minimalist trend

garden design in the style of minimalism – simplicity and conciseness in everything

Garden minimalism is akin to interior design. The landscaping of the garden will also be distinguished by conciseness and simplicity . However, the unpretentiousness of the situation is only apparent - it is quite difficult to reproduce a minimalist landscape. You will have to try very hard to express the main idea of ​​\u200b\u200bstyle - freedom, with a minimum of accessories and techniques, and not present your garden as just a sparsely furnished planted and empty area. nine0003

Characteristic elements of landscape design

1. Texture of materials.
2. Clarity and proportionality of lines and shapes.
3. Presence of stairs.
4. Level differences as a zoning option.
5. Reservoir within strict boundaries.

Plants play a secondary role in a minimalist garden

Color scheme

Calm, neutral colors are suitable for minimalism, ready to serve as a backdrop for accessories. Choose from light terracotta, cream, beige, white and silver shades. nine0003

Accessories

Fill your garden with boulders, balls, mirrors, abstract sculptures, lamps, lightweight plastic or aluminum furniture. It will be much more comfortable.

decorating a minimalist garden with balls of various sizes

back to contents ↑

Conclusion

As you can see, a competent landscape design of a garden will allow using its area with maximum efficiency. With very little effort, you can become the owner of an exemplary plot from the point of view of the neighbors and a wonderful corner of relaxation from the point of view of the household. Many stylistic sketches are easy to reproduce from improvised materials and decorate with things that have long been out of use. A great incentive to try yourself as a landscape designer, right? nine0003

to contents ↑

Photogallery - landscape design of the garden

---

Author: Daria Degtyareva Rating:

Loading...

---

Content:

• English landscape design.
• Dutch landscape design.
• Alpine landscape design. nine0024
• Chinese landscape design.
• Japanese landscape design. cleaning.
• Mediterranean landscape design.
• Summary.

Landscape design is the art of creating beautiful, functional and harmonious garden spaces. Different countries have their own peculiarities of landscape design. Some of them can be used to design your own garden. We will talk about how gardens look in different countries in our article. nine0003

English landscape design

The landscape design of English gardens is, on the one hand, naturalness and closeness to nature, and on the other, restraint, nobility and refinement. English gardens seem simple and unpretentious, but everything is thought out to the smallest detail.

When creating the English style in landscape design, the following principles are followed:

• Absence of strict lines and sharp corners . All paths and ponds on the English section should be smooth and as natural as possible.
• Use of natural materials. When decorating an English garden, wood, stone, ceramics, and glass are used. Plastic is strictly prohibited.
• Natural colors . Preference is given to calm shades: peach, pink, pale yellow, brown, purple.
• Slight negligence . One of the hallmarks of an English garden is grooming. But the main thing here is not to overdo it, because the bushes and flower beds should be neat, but at the same time retain their natural shape. nine0024

Next, we note the details of English landscape design.

Abundance of greenery

English gardens are full of flowers, bushes and plants. At the same time, a dense planting is combined with large and spacious lawns.

Variety of flowers and flower beds

Roses, peonies, phloxes, hydrangeas, dahlias, lilies are used in English landscape design. Of the shrubs, they prefer lilac, jasmine, viburnum and barberry. Common trees are maples, spruces, larches and chestnuts. Mixborders are very popular - these are flower beds consisting of different flowers, planted in a certain sequence. nine0003

Naturally shaped paths

These paths are uneven and gently curved, but very comfortable and suitable for long and pleasant walks. In England, paths are made of cobblestone, flat sandstone, and loose gravel.

Picturesque pond

The pond should look as natural as possible: with uneven borders, overgrown banks and floating plants.

Recreation areas

This could be a clearing where you can drink tea or have long conversations. It can be a bench hidden from prying eyes, where you can sit alone and think. In both cases, a measured and calm rest is expected.

Hedges

The fences in the English gardens are covered with a large number of climbing plants: boxwood, turf, mock orange, yew, juniper.

Flower arches

They are usually decorated with roses and clematis. Such arches emphasize the smooth lines of the English garden, making it more romantic and festive.

Soft and subdued light

Modern lighting fixtures can ruin an English garden. Therefore, for lighting it is better to use classic forged lanterns. They are placed along the paths and next to the benches.

Dutch landscaping

Dutch landscape design has always been characterized by simplicity, cosiness and a special rustic charm. When creating a garden landscape in Holland, the following principles are followed:

• Compact and rational . Gardens are usually located in small areas, so every meter of free space is carefully thought out and used wisely.
• Clear lines and symmetry . Paths and landings have pronounced boundaries and are subject to clear geometry.
• A riot of colors . The bright palette of Dutch gardens is made up of red, yellow, blue, purple and other colors. nine0024
• Maximum grooming : perfect lawn, neat bushes and no debris.
• Environmentally friendly. Use only natural materials: wood, stone, wrought iron.

Details of the Dutch style in landscape design include:

Hedges

As a rule, they mark the boundaries of the site, so they are low and have clear lines.

nine0003

Neatly trimmed lawn

In Holland, the garden is divided into front and utility. The front lawn must be in perfect condition.

Flowerbeds in front of the house

It is customary to place large colorful shrubs (cotoneaster, juniper, hawthorn, broom, barberry), as well as lush flower beds consisting of bulbous flowers: tulips, crocuses, hyacinths, daffodils.

Smooth and well-groomed paths

If in England the paths are often winding and slightly hilly, in Holland they are distinguished by clear lines and accuracy. They are made from paving stones, limestone, clinker bricks.

Cozy recreation areas

They are located on small areas surrounded by flowers and shrubs. All furniture is made of natural materials in a minimalist style.

Garden figurines

As a rule, they are made in the form of animals, mills, wells and everything connected with rural life. Very often, such figures are made by hand, wood is used as a material. nine0003

Alpine landscaping

The Alpine garden is a little Switzerland in a limited area. The main principles of the Alpine style in landscape design include:

• Lack of clear boundaries and asymmetry . Ideal lines and symmetry are rarely found in the mountains, which means that they are not found in alpine gardens either.
• Large number of stones . Pebbles, sandstone, granite, limestone, gravel, etc. are used to create alpine landscape design. nine0024
• Contrast palette . Stony and woody shades are successfully combined with bright colors of plants and shrubs.
• Openness . In the Alps, you will not find high fences and hedges.

The main elements of mountain landscape design are:

Chalet

This is a house that has large windows, a roof with eaves protruding from the house, a large balcony with a terrace. Most often, such houses are built with two or three floors. The first floor is usually made of stone, while the upper tiers are made of wood. They build chalets on the most elevated sites. nine0003

Alpine hill

Alpine mountains in miniature. In the center of such a composition is one or more large stones. Around them are smaller cobblestones, as well as paths of gravel and sand, diluted with shrubs.

Rockery

This is a rocky garden, which is characterized by a relatively flat surface, an emphasis on plants in landscape design, a combination of coniferous, deciduous and ground cover shrubs. nine0003

Alpine steps

These steps are usually decorated with flowers, bushes and garden figures.

Various plants

Coniferous trees are used to create alpine landscape design: spruce, pine, fir. You can also find shrubs there: cotoneaster, boxwood, mock orange, barberry, honeysuckle. Among the flowers, gentians, bluebells, primroses, rhododendrons, hogweed, alpine buckwheat, etc. can be noted. nine0003

Chinese landscape design

The Chinese garden is a world in miniature. Every corner of it is a model of the natural landscape, improved by the gardener. The arrangement of gardens in China is subject to the following principles:

• A harmonious combination of the four elements : water, stones, plants and architecture.
• Feng shui layout. For example, in the south of the garden, which is responsible for love, they hang red lanterns and plant scarlet flowers. nine0024
• All season plantings . Plants in Chinese gardens are planted in such a way that they look presentable at any time of the year.
• Embossed. Combination of flat lawns, ravines and hills.

Chinese gardens are distinguished by unique details. We will talk about some of them.

Garden walls and windows

They are made of stone and painted white. Such walls create a contrasting backdrop for plants and other design elements. nine0003

Abundance of stones

They are placed either individually or in groups. In China, stones embody the power and masculinity of Yang.

A body of water as a central link in the landscape

Water in China symbolizes the feminine — yin. The pond in the Chinese Garden has soft and natural forms and is surrounded by rocks, plants and buildings.

Pergolas

They are characterized by the absence of walls and curved roofs in the shape of boats. Such buildings are designed for meditation and contemplation of the beauty of nature. nine0003

A large number of bridges

They are arched, straight and zigzag. In China, a bridge is a symbol of transition from one world to the next. For example, from the human world to the natural world.

Bonsai Tree

This is a miniature tree planted in a wooden pallet. It is placed near the fence or on a special table in the middle of the garden. Willows, jasmine, magnolias, hydrangeas, lilacs, lotuses, peonies, orchids, irises, etc. also grow in the Chinese garden. nine0003

Japanese landscape design

The main philosophical idea underlying the Japanese garden is the unity of people with nature to achieve the highest wisdom - Zen. A Japanese-style garden is like a temple where a person can find peace, indulge in meditation and prayer.

The main principles of creating a Japanese style in landscape design:

• Imitation of nature . The stones in the Japanese garden are majestic mountains, the bushes are endless forests, and the water bodies are seas and oceans. nine0024
• Asymmetry and natural contours . There are no straight lines and symmetry in nature. In the Japanese garden, imitating nature, they are not there either.
• Symbolism . Each element in the Japanese garden has a philosophical meaning.
• Minimalism . Compared to Chinese gardens, Japanese landscapes are laconic: they have less colors, plants and decorative elements.
• Discreet colors . Grey, green, brown and white are the basic colors of the Japanese landscape. Red temples, gates and bridges act as a bright accent.

Next, we will talk about interesting details in Japanese gardens.

Gate to the garden

To enter the Japanese garden, you must pass through the wooden gate. As a rule, they show the social status of the owner of the house.

Variety of gardens

There are several types of gardens in Japan, here are some of them:

• Island gardens . Their main feature is an island in the middle of the pond, which symbolizes the sky.
• Stone gardens. These are gardens made up of sand, stones and very little vegetation. The Japanese believe that deities live in stones, so they treat them with great reverence.
• Tea gardens. The compositional center of such a garden is a tea house. As a rule, a gate leads to it, and a small pond is located nearby. nine0024
• Walking gardens. They are designed for long walks, reflections and contemplation of nature.
• Walking gardens. They are designed for long walks, reflections and contemplation of nature.

Pagoda

This is a temple that looks like a tower, consisting of several tiers, each of which is covered with a roof. For the Japanese, it is a staircase leading to the sky. nine0003

Tsukubai

This is a traditional Japanese washstand, consisting of a stone bowl and a bamboo pipe through which water flows. Tsukubai is placed in front of the entrance to the tea house so that guests can wash their faces and hands.

As for trees, in the Japanese Garden you can find maple, which represents greatness and wisdom, pine trees, which embody strength of mind and longevity, and bamboo, which is associated with flexibility and ability to overcome any difficulties. Among the flowers, camellias, magnolias, iris, chrysanthemums and peonies predominate. nine0003

Mediterranean landscape design

Mediterranean style gardens can be found in southern Italy, Spain, Greece and Turkey. The proximity of the sea, a lot of sun, a riot of greenery and flowers played a decisive role in the formation of this style.

If you want to recreate a Mediterranean paradise on your property, then you should know its characteristic features.

Pergolas

To hide from the scorching sun, residents of the southern countries install pergolas in the backyard of their houses. A pergola is a wooden lattice structure, which serves as a support for climbing plants. Pergolas are decorated with grapes, golden hops, climbing roses, clematis, and honeysuckle. nine0003

Flowers in pots

Plants in tubs and pots are the visiting card of the Mediterranean. They grow sweet peas, marigolds, calendula, zinnia, petunia, nasturtium. Pots are hung on the walls and create multi-level compositions.

Gravel grounds and paths

Because of the hot climate, Mediterranean gardens do not have a lawn. Gravel is used instead. It does not require special care, and also retains moisture and protects the soil from weeds. nine0003

Vibrant and fragrant plants

Mediterranean landscaping includes roses, lavender, lupins, daffodils, hyacinths, gladioli, lilies, irises, delphiniums and other colorful flowers.

Fragrant herbs love the southern climate: basil, rosemary, thyme, marjoram, sage, lemon balm.

Lebanese cedar, cypress, pine, lemon, pistachio and olive trees predominate in landscape design.

Mediterranean shrubs include barberry, magnolia, weigela, spirea, forsythia, etc. nine0003

Resume

In our article we talked about six types of garden landscape design, each of which has its own principles and distinctive details:

• English landscape design is a combination of naturalness and well-groomed.

  ---

  Learn more

  • 
    Country home bedroom
  • 
    Chris barrett design
  • 
    Dale earnhardt key west house
  • 
    Cost of painting a bedroom
  • 
    Gallery kitchens ideas
  • 
    Plants that smell good outdoor
  • 
    How to stage a master bedroom
  • 
    Full shade loving plants
  • 
    Finished basement room ideas
  • 
    Trees with white bark and red leaves
  • 
    Irobot roomba black friday sale