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44 Backyard Landscaping Ideas to Inspire You

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Kathleen Miller

Reviewed by Kathleen Miller

Kathleen Miller is a highly-regarded Master Gardener and Horticulturist who shares her knowledge of sustainable living, organic gardening, farming, and landscape design. She founded Gaia's Farm and Gardens, a working sustainable permaculture farm, and writes for Gaia Grows, a local newspaper column. She has over 30 years of experience in gardening and sustainable farming.

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Your backyard landscaping should be an extension of what's going on inside your home. Often, regardless of your indoor style, your backyard ends up looking more colorful, casual, and fun. The possibilities are only limited by the terrain, your design skills, and your do-it-yourself landscaping know-how.

Get Inspired by These Backyard Landscaping Ideas

You can always hire a landscape designer or architect to help your outdoor space realize its potential. A skilled professional can guide you through the process of figuring out a style, deciding who will be using the yard, creating zones of activity, choosing materials and plants, and recommending builders and contractors for everything from swimming pools to outdoor structures to installing irrigation.

Explore 44 ideas that show you how to transform a backyard into your favorite space.

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  Privacy and Comfort

  @ann.living / Instagram

  This cozy yet spacious seating area has plenty of privacy thanks to privacy fencing and some well-placed perennial grasses that also help absorb noise. The sturdy practical table and benches provide a casual dining space, and the seating area with couch is a perfect place for an afternoon nap or evening gathering.

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  No Patio, No Problem

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  There's no need to go to the trouble of installing a patio or other flooring. In fair weather, with a level lawn area, just arrange some comfy chairs (wicker with cushions give this a romantic, cozy feel), add some ambient lighting, some large candle holders, and you have a perfectly lovely seating area with impromptu charm. There's plenty of waterproof wicker options, and if rain threatens, just store the cushions and blankets indoors.

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  Easy Landscaping

  @ann.living / Instagram

  Landscaping need not be complicated or fussy. This simple design allows an interesting border to the lawn area with simple wooden posts laid in as borders. The gray fencing, gravel, lighting fixtures and planters accent the gray tones in the tree bark, and easy plants like clumping grasses and evergreen shrubs provide interest all season.

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  Retaining Walls Around Patios

  KG Designs

  If your yard has steep levels or hills you may want to consider a retaining wall. This one has two levels around the seating area, with the lower one providing a space for seasonal plantings and a built in fireplace. The look comes together with a dramatic round metal pergola that supports the beautiful white wisteria vine (a plant that needs a strong structure away from the house, as its growth can become invasive over time). This pergola adds an airy, open feel to the solid retaining wall, balancing the angular walls with circular lines.

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  Paths for Strolling

  KG Designs

  This concrete path allows plenty of room for walking or placing a chair to linger over the nearby vista. Planting perennials that bloom from spring through autumn makes this walkway a welcoming destination through three seasons.

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  Cafe Society

  @s.u.s.a.p. / Instagram

  So much can be done with a few well-chosen furnishings. This charming alcove is the perfect spot for breakfast or afternoon tea. The all-weather rug transforms the stone patio beneath it, creating the feel of a small outdoor room, and the filigree metal table and chairs are accented by other metal decor and various objects (clay pots, baskets) made of natural materials in an attractive neutral palette, which complements the unpainted wooden fence. The eclectic look is whimsical yet classy.

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  Defining Space with Structure

  Finding Lovely

  With a large backyard space, structural elements are key to defining the space and giving it a shape. This yard is flanked by mature trees on its edge, and so a variety of smaller levels and contrasting shapes creates a pleasing and functional design. The garden shed with fenced in area is the focal point (and the fence is useful for wandering toddlers or pets when you're working!). The flagstone path provides graceful curves and the white stone carries on the color theme of the white fence posts and white painted trim on the shed. Finally, the curved shapes of the flower beds also define the walkway's connection to the larger property.

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  Garden Theme

  @sunnygardentime / Instagram

  Sometimes you can tell where a gardener lives! This backyard is all about celebrating gardening, with many potted plants, vines with colorful flowers growing over fences and sheds, and comfy green chairs strategically placed to rest and enjoy the view of your accomplishments after a busy morning of gardening.

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  Open Air Fencing

  Finding Lovely

  Fences can be necessary and useful structures, but they need not always be opaque or thick for privacy. This open air fence allows plenty of sight lines throughout the garden, including views of the raised beds through the fence. The curved arbor over the gate could hold climbing roses or other vines. The strong structure of the fence, incorporated with the flagstone path, solidifies the location as a central focal point by the shed, and yet the whole area looks airy and inviting.

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  Pavers: Go Big!

  Design by Mindy Gayer / Photo by Vanessa Lentine

  Installing a patio with pavers can be a lot of work and requires decisions about preparing the space, leveling, gravel or sand, etc. These large pavers simplify the logistics a bit, and the ground cover growing between them softens the look and breaks up the large expanses of white in this design. There are lots of options for ground cover too, including grasses, creeping sedum, and creeping thyme.

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  Sunken Patio

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  This seating area centers around a fire dish but the round structure could as easily be a table or water feature. The real star here is the sturdy rock wall surround built of natural granite blocks, and stairs leading down to the flagstone patio, creating a sunken room effect, with plenty of lush plantings at ground and wall level to add a dose of nature and privacy.

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  Easy Desert Borders

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  This desert backyard is a series of garden beds and walkways. Gravel is used for a tidy, attractive look and moisture retention in times of drought. The gravel works on the walkway and in beds as an alternative to wood mulches. If the ground covers spill over the edge of the border into the path, hey, the more the merrier! The native plantings and many succulents provide a lush, colorful yet easy-going approach to having a large-scale yet simple garden plan.

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  Stone Steps Lead the Way

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  The stone stairs and walls make a dramatic entry point for the sprawling lawn and a shady seating destination beneath mature trees. (This furry friend agrees, a shady spot with some cool grass on a hot day is a welcome treat!) The large stone planters are naturally aged by moss and weather, and the abundant flowers include plenty of low maintenance hosta. The large pavers are an easy way to create a patio or walkway below the raised level and leaving some grass in between creates a casual yet intentional look.

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  Sustainable Design

  @beartrapgarden / Instagram

  Nearly every design element in this beautiful off-grid desert property is intended to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. From the native plants to the moisture-retaining gravel to the rain barrels and clever use of found objects, this appealing landscape design shows respect for the planet and a resourceful sensibility.

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  Cool Pool

  @ladylandscape / Instagram

  Pools are great for cooling down in hot weather, but what about cooling down when you're not in the water? A shady pavilion and terraced gardens alongside the stairs make this pool feature a comfortable and beautiful place to beat the heat. The cool-warm color palette of perennials is eye-catching and invokes both sun and water.

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  Lawn as Patio

  Marie Flanigan Interiors

  This modern and minimal design features a level lawn area the same shape as the pool, flanked by a simple bed with young birch trees. The simple lines are accented by the clean lines of the furniture chosen. The limited palette of white and brown with touches of deep green is anchored by the perennial beds with low-growing shrubs.

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  Fireside Chats

  Design by Mindy Gayer / Photo by Lane Dittoe

  For homeowners who like to entertain, having more than one outdoor area for socializing can be a great way to maximize space. This design emphasizes seating areas over garden beds or plantings, with multiple levels and wide concrete stairs tying them all together. The sleek design of all three areas is minimal yet comfortable, with Adirondack chairs around the firepit area and comfortable seating on the lower patio, and a slightly more formal dining area on the upper level.

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  Pergolas and Arbors

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  The installation of a pergola or arbor can create an attractive and functional focal point for your garden. They can frame an entry way to a seating area or other destination, and also add shade to a sunny spot. This one has a trumpet vine, a beautiful but somewhat invasive flower that can be trained to behave itself if it has a strong structure to climb on. The cozy seating area on the wooden deck is surrounded by easy care hedges and perennials, and the large pavers offer some flexibility when designing walkways.

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  Defining Space with Containers

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  Using containers is an easy way to create height and depth of space throughout your garden areas without too much effort. This desert garden has a variety of succulents and native plants in a variety of shapes, from creeping and curvy to tall and spiky, and the containers can be moved around at will to change the look. Graceful wire fence pieces create an open air look and protect the beds from wandering pets.

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  Fire Dish Vista

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  A wood-burning metal fire dish is a simple solution if you don't want to fuss with propane, gas or installing a fire pit. Plus, a fire feature creates the basis for an instant seating area! The open air feeling here allows a wide view of the gorgeous backdrops of mature trees and forest in the distance, and enjoying sunsets as day turns to night. The black and white Adirondack chairs look sharp against the gray flagstone patio, and the perennial tufts of grass help define the space.

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  Outdoor Open Air "Room"

  Design by Kendall Wilkinson Design / Photo by Paul Dyer

  The willow structure creating the roof lets sunlight through but also creates abundant shade over this open-air patio room. This is essentially a pavilion with permeable roof over a deck that creates dramatic play of light and shadow and provides a cozy seating area in sunny weather. Using waterproof furniture and cushions protects in case some rain gets through.

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  Curving Beds

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  A large backyard full of perennial beds just beckons meandering walks, and placing benches or other seating areas provides small destination points throughout. Mature treed provide dappled shade yet there's plenty of sun for flowers. The curved edges of these beds (precisely what English gardeners would call "herbaceous borders") have natural stone which adds to the woodland appeal of this year round garden landscape.

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  Birdhouses

  Becca Interiors

  Bird lovers wouldn't be without at least one birdfeeder in their backyard. These are best placed near shrubs or small trees as many birds (cardinals, goldfinches and others) desire a bit of protective cover before they'll venture nearby. This classic wooden birdhouse with tin roof has a vintage look perfect for a rambling outdoor garden. If you have multiple birdfeeding areas, be sure to consider placement in terms of seating and viewing vantage points so you can enjoy seeing the birds from indoors, or from your patio or other outdoor seating areas.

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  Retaining Walls and Stairs

  Kate Marker Interiors

  This magnificent design features a rear entry way of stone steps and retaining walls with built-in perennial beds, providing not only practical access to the rear entrance but a marvelous garden space. The rectangular shapes of the pool, patio and levels of planters alongside the steps create a pleasing perpendicular shape with long lines contrasting with the tall shape of the house. The shrubs and planters add softer curving shapes for baance.

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  Simple Patio Design

  M Lavender Interiors

  Patios can be elaborate or simple, and one of the most basic designs includes a flat floor surface, usually of flagstone pavers or bricks, or other natural material. Just add some weatherproof furniture like this simple wicker sofa and chair, and a table, and you have a cozy seating area suitable for many uses. This patio has some shrubs nearby and containers of annuals can be easily moved around to change the shape or look of the space.

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  Lush Patio Surroundings

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  This backyard is full of lush garden spots, from the full perennial beds and trees to the vine-covered screened porch and the enormous planters. This small seating area has European charm with its metal furniture and ornate stone planters with blooming hydrangeas, and plenty of privacy from nearby shrubs. The container with the large fern can be moved to create space for drinks or coffee.

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  Tropical Plants for Drama

  Design by Calimia Home / Photo by Karla Garcia

  The tropical plantings add color and drama to this southern home, with a flowering vine trained into a tree form, and large-leafed tropicals planted closely together for visual impact and a block of vibrant color.

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  Poolside Serenity

  Design by Mindy Gayer / Photo by Lane Dittoe

  Who says you can't plant perennial beds next to your pool? These low maintenance grasses and other perennials in a range of pale greens accent the mostly white palette here. They also add some organic shapes and visual textures to the straight lines of the pool, buildings and furniture. A festive large umbrella provides some shade for this poolside oasis.

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  California Vibe

  White Sands Design/Build

  This beachside bungalow has touches of Moroccan design (note the dramatic tiles in the stairs) and splashes of color from ceramic planters to enliven the white plaster walls. The plants are an attractive assortment of natives and tropicals suited to this southern California climate. These three dogs seem to love the spacious ease of the sandy walkway and the shady pockets created by lush perennials.

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  Multiple Seating Options

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  Having more than one seating area, even under one pavilion, is a great option if you can manage it. This gives you flexibility for entertaining, and also allows for different views to enjoy the changing colors and shapes of the garden through the season.

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  Seasonal Colors and Shapes

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  The gentle texture of this weeping cherry tree in spring is enhanced with multiple clay pots with spring bulbs blooming. The brick beds echo the terra cotta of the pots, adding a warm yet neutral tones against the cool color palette of greens, blues and purples.

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  Garden Views

  @ladylandscape / Instagram

  These terraced gardens with stone steps and decks for walking look over a scenic view of meadows and hills. The native plantings are colorful and their bushy shapes echo the trees and grasses in the distance.

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  Shady Arcadia

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  The verdant shade gardens of this property may be chock full of luscious plantings including a diverse array of hostas, but still feel open and airy by this open-air iron gate that looks out over a wide meadow vista.

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  Luxurious Lawn

  Hannah Tyler Designs

  Sometimes letting your grass grow just a bit higher than normal gives it a glossy, soft look and feel. This low-key backyard design features a lovely mature tree encircled by hostas and meandering cottage-style flower beds, but tying it all together is a lush expanse of green. Don't have perfect grass? Try adding clover seed for a pollinator-friendly lawn that fills in nicely.

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  Gardens at Sunset

  @ladylandscape / Instagram

  For gardens with a sunset view, consider plantings that will complement the glorious colors of the sky, for maximum enjoyment. Paniculata hydrangea flowers turn rosy burnished hues as summer turns to autumn, and oakleaf hydrangeas have foliage that turns brilliant colors, Many flowering shrubs have foliage that turns colorful at some point in the season, including varieties of ninebark, amsonia, fothergilla, and spirea.

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  Dining Al Fresco

  Finding Lovely

  With a level lawn and some cooling shade trees, you can set up a seasonal al fresco dining area to use as often as you wish. Weatherproof furniture options are plentiful these days. Just change up the linens and table settings, add some fresh cut flowers or other centerpiece, and you're ready to entertain outdoors without having to clean the whole house! The shade canopy allows for morning or afternoon meals; evening dinners in summer might need a bit of insect prevention in the form of citronella candles.

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  Curvy, Cozy and Chic

  @cottageandsea / Instagram

  This small seating area is delightfully stylish owing to a tasteful mix of textures and round shapes. The curves are repeated in the egg swivel chair, the central water feature, the decorative woven rug, the cushion chair, and the charcoal grill/smoker.

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  Balancing Shapes and Textures

  Design by Mindy Gayer / Photo by Vanessa Lentine

  With so many options available for furniture and plants, an outdoor seating area can be low maintenance by design. This modern seating area has waterproof cushions and a clean propane stone fire dish for easy entertaining. The square lines and gray tones are nicely complemented by planters at a right angle filled with feathery textured perennials in striking colors.

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  Stripes and Shapes

  @kirsten.diane / Instagram

  The whimsical design elements here pull together beautifully, with the soft textures of the blooming lilac bush and curving shapes of the umbrella the large glass jug forming a pleasing counterpoint to the angular striped patterns of the cushions and rug.

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  Winter Charm

  @s.u.s.a.p. / Instagram

  Even if you're not spending too much time sitting in your backyard space in winter, adding some seasonal decor can lift your spirits when the winds are howling. This simple Scandinavian holiday scene has winter greenery draping over a bench, birch logs, pine cones, a tree sculpture, and a chunky wooden star to create a rustic holiday tableau.

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  Lighting Effects

  @cottageandsea / Instagram

  Creative use of lighting can transform the backyard experience. This attractive wicker pendant lamp can be fitted with electric, battery powered or solar bulbs depending on your needs. It creates a nice focal point for this simple seating arrangement of wooden chairs and central table, and the light will have plenty of plants and leaves to filter through to make dramatic shadows.

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  DIY Decor

  @luckyplot13 / Instagram

  If you're handy with a paintbrush you can create a nice color scheme with used furniture, wood pallets, and other objects to be upcycled. The pale pink works as a neutral here with the small container plantings. The willow fencing makes a perfect backdrop to hang some festive string lights, and is an easy and cheap way to cover up ugly fencing or create some instant privacy.

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  Winter Interest

  @gardenfromscratch / Instagram

  If you live in a zone where you get substantial snowfall in winter. consider plantings that will offer sculptural beauty in a snowscape. The large weeping evergreen tree looks beautiful covered in snow, and this variegated yucca is an unexpected but thrilling sight in this winter landscape. Dormant sedums and ornamental grasses often make interesting shapes in snow and can then be cut back in early spring before new growth begins.

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  Sensual Scenery

  @s.u.s.a.p. / Instagram

  This simple seating area in a small garden in Yorkshire, England is surrounded by sensual pleasures of all kinds: a scenic view of mountains, the intoxicating scent of wisteria blooms, leafy plantings, and whimsical Japanese lanterns hanging from the hedges.

45 Backyard Landscaping Ideas for Creating the Ultimate Outdoor Living Space

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Incentivize yourself to spend more time enjoying your yard and garden. Fresh air, natural light, and the right backyard landscaping ideas convert your outdoor space into a highly desirable hangout area. Creating your ideal backyard landscape is achieved through a combination of cultivated areas that make a space relaxing and rejuvenating, while also adding value to your home!

Upgrading your deck and backyard can be as simple as a few minor updates, or you can completely overhaul the entire outdoor area with beautiful landscaping, fully equipped outdoor rooms, and other enjoyment areas. There are endless ideas for backyard landscaping; here are some of our favorites.

1. English Cottage Garden

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Fit for a storybook, English cottage gardens are the epitome of charm. With a dense hodgepodge of flowers, edible fruits, and veggies, these gardens are quaint and imperfect. Go crazy and plant a little bit of a lot of different things to achieve this picturesque outdoor style. Plant some lavender here, daisies or other florals there, a boxwood, some vines and other shrubs . . . you get it. The overall look is only limited to plants that thrive in your climate.

2. Water Feature with Fountain

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Water features add elegance and zen to a backyard. Let the soft babbling and gentle splashes relax the vibe of your outdoor space. Depending on the space you have available, a water fountain can be added to a backyard pond or pool, it can be part of a birdbath, or it can be an above-ground or small tabletop structure.

3. Several Seating Areas

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Having several seating areas is beneficial for more than just backyard parties. When you consider the different types of seats you have indoors, it makes sense to add extra seating outside too. Incorporate different chairs for eating, lounging, reading, and more to get the most from your space. Rather than drag the same patio chair around the yard to enjoy or avoid the sun, having strategically placed patio furniture ensures you and your guests always have a comfortable place to relax.

4. Minimalist Outdoor Space

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Adding more landscaping elements to your yard may not necessarily be the answer. For some, more furniture, more plants and flowers, more bird feeders, and more of anything else can make a yard feel cluttered. You also need to consider the time and care it takes to maintain everything you add to your backyard living space. Find calm and contentment by taking away the extra stuff, and highlighting your yard’s simple, natural beauty.

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5. Multipurpose Backyard

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Backyard landscaping ideas have to suit the needs and desires of your entire household. In a single yard, you may need space for kids to play, you may want a vertical garden, you may need to plant trees to provide more shade, you may want to plant flowers that attract bees and hummingbirds, and the list goes on. Before deciding on a drastic change that limits the use of your backyard, consider everything you want to use it for, and make sure that your landscaping ideas work in harmony with your lifestyle.

6. Well-Placed Retaining Wall

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A useful and attractive sloped backyard landscaping idea is the addition of a retaining wall. This wall holds back soil and prevents soil erosion and potential damage to your home. Before breaking ground on a retaining wall, have a detailed understanding of the property line, above ground and underground utilities, know that the soil will support the wall, and that the wall has good drainage. There are plenty of available designs that fit in wonderfully with the atmosphere you’re creating with your backyard landscaping.

7. Small Swimming Pool

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It’s hard to beat the appeal of a gorgeous and inviting pool. The calming blue color it adds to a space makes it feel like a vacation in your own backyard. A home with a pool is the place to be in the summer, whether you’re hanging out with friends, reading, or swimming laps. There are a variety of pools out there to suit your specific needs—your ideal backyard pool landscaping may include a diving board, a small pool for the kids, or a specific shape or length. The right pool contractor can bring your vision to life.

8. Ground-Level Deck

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Say the word “deck” and you may conjure images of a barbecue grill area, a cozy outdoor room, a fresh air yoga space, and a ton of other potential uses. Advantages to adding a deck include less landscaping maintenance, more room to entertain, aesthetic appeal, and potentially increased property value. There are a lot of reasons to say yes to adding a deck to your backyard, what’s yours?

9. Pretty Pond

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One way to amp up your outdoor relaxation is by building a pond. Do it well, and this outdoor pond landscaping idea becomes a stress-free space that exudes feelings of calm. Fill it with fish and pond plants, such as horsetail, taro, or water lilies. After you establish the ecosystem, maintenance is minimal, and you can spend more time enjoying the pond than working on it. A backyard pond is a terrific addition to a large backyard and gives you a noteworthy feature for your home.

10. Lush Lawn

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Let’s face it, how the grass looks makes or breaks the aesthetic of your backyard landscaping. Thick, perfectly tended grass has a simple beauty that makes a yard look amazing. It’s never too late to improve the look and feel of your grass. Whether you grow grass from seed, or get a near-instant upgrade with turf, you can’t go wrong investing in your lawn.

11. Gardens Galore

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Who says you can only have one kind of garden? Every home, no matter how big or small, has the space for a garden. Depending on your passions and your space, your new garden may be a style you hadn’t yet considered. Edible vegetable gardens and ornamental tropical plant or flower gardens are popular. With limited space you can add a vertical garden or raised garden bed to your deck or patio, start an indoor herb garden, small succulent garden, fairy garden, and more.

12. Drought Tolerant Landscaping

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Dry weather doesn’t have to annihilate your garden and lawn every year. Certain climates have windows of time when there’s no rain and the moisture in the soil dries up. If droughts occur in your area, avoid the heartache of investing in water-loving plants and switch to drought tolerant greenery. Depending on your local climate, adding plants like lavender, catmint, California poppy, yarrow, and artemisia keeps your outdoor space colorful and thriving.

13. Filled with Flower Beds

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Flower-filled gardens are lovely, but flower beds and pots give your backyard landscaping a little something extra. Elevated flower beds are kinder to the back muscles, with less bending required to prune, plant, and maintain. Flower beds can be placed in areas where they’ll get the right amount of sun, which may lead to more thriving flower gardens. An empty or neglected flower bed attracts attention for all the wrong reasons; keep your flowers perky and thriving by selecting outdoor plants meant for your climate.

14. Paver Patio

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The addition of a patio off a bedroom or other living space gives you another outdoor area to beautify. Create a serene place for drinking your morning coffee, entertaining, or enjoying a different view of your backyard. Decorate your patio with furniture, string lights, wall art, and greenery and create a micro paradise.

15. Minimal Mowing

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Enjoying your backyard and maintaining it are two separate activities. For more pleasure and less upkeep, bring features to your backyard landscaping that reduce the amount of grass you need to mow. Instead of grass, build a deck or terrace to extend your living space. Still want the greenery without the work? Replace traditional lawn turf with creeping thyme – it gives you a beautiful, hassle-free lawn that can still be stepped on.

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16. Vegetable Gardens

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Cut your grocery bill by growing your own seasonal produce. Not only is a vegetable garden a charming backyard landscaping idea, but it also provides you with a hobby that gets you outside in the fresh air. It’s hard to beat the taste of healthy, fresh veggies you grow and harvest yourself. While summer is a time when many veggies thrive, there are still many vegetables you can grow through the fall.

17. Fully Fenced

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Dreaming of a house with a white picket fence? Maybe you prefer your privacy? There are many reasons to get an aesthetically pleasing fence, and it’s not just to keep urban critters out of your yard. Depending on your backyard landscaping ideas, a fence creates a neutral backdrop that you can use to design your perfect backyard space. Pick a fence with decorative appeal and enhance it with some creeping plants, outdoor lights, or weather-resistant art.

18. Welcoming Walkway

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Instead of using a gaudy “keep of the grass” sign, a clear walkway is a simple way to keep foot traffic off a lawn. Depending on your outdoor landscaping decor, walkways can be simple rocks, marble or cement tiles, wood planks, decorative concrete, and more. Find what fits your style and use it to create a clear path around your home.

19. Starry String Lights

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The addition of string lights adds ambiance to an outdoor space, and allows visibility for entertaining well past sunset. From classic Edison bulbs to novelty chili peppers, string lights come in several designs to suit a variety of style preferences. Make sure you hang outdoor string lights safely and out of the way of walking paths. We like these highly rated simple string lights available at Amazon because they suit any occasion.

20. Partial Privacy

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When it comes to fencing, all-around fences may feel a bit like you’re boxed into your own backyard. If there’s a side of the house that offers beautiful views, partial privacy opens up your yard and gives you access to the visual wonders of your neighborhood. Partial privacy can be achieved with minimal fencing, a trellis or pergola, a living fence of cedars or other greenery, outdoor curtains, and many other options, too.

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21. Pergola

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Not a trellis and not a gazebo, a pergola is a distinct structure that can stand alone or attach to the side of your home (though permits may be required). Known for its vertical columns and crossbeams, a pergola is a stunning addition to backyard landscaping. It can provide shade with a fabric canopy or climbing plants, offer an elegant place to sit or mingle, and has a beauty that no other structure captures. This simple pergola available at Wayfair is one of our favorites.

22. Shade Trees

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Being in the sun all day isn’t the best for you. With harmful UV rays, enjoying the outdoors properly means being responsible and seeking shade when you’re able. If your backyard landscaping is a little light on shade, it’s never too late to plant some trees and gain extra shade every year. The best shade trees pair well with relaxing, playful children, and hammock hangouts.

23. Storage Shed

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Prolific gardeners, pool owners, and tool enthusiasts need a place to keep all their gear, or they risk cluttering up their gorgeous backyard. No longer merely a practical storage building on your property, a shed is part of your yard sight lines and should be selected for how well it suits the feel of your yard. For its size, aesthetic, and usefulness, this highly rated shed available at Wayfair fits nicely in many large backyards.

24. Geometric Backyard Landscaping

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The clean lines of modern homes translate well into modern landscaping ideas. Mirror the shape of structures and features around your home within your backyard landscaping. This creates a cohesive aesthetic that flows well throughout your indoor and outdoor living spaces. These shape details can be incorporated into the planters you select, walkway stones, the style of patio furniture, and even how you prune your trees and plants.

25. Courtyard 

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Marry practical design with aesthetically pleasing features by adding a courtyard to your outdoor space. This open air area is usually surrounded by walls or buildings. At your home, it may be the space between your home and detached garage, guest house, or pool. Rather than force a grassy lawn in an area that sees a lot of foot traffic, lean into hard concrete, decorative tiles, and brick designs that could add a different kind of beauty (and less maintenance) to an outdoor area.

26. Slope Solution

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Every backyard is different, and they’re not all flat. Landscaping a sloped backyard can be a lot of fun, giving you different heights for planting flowers and greenery for extra visual interest. Mowing sloped terrain in its current state may not be your favorite chore, but it’s easy to fix. Areas with a difficult slope can be transformed into flower beds, a succulent garden, decorative rock beds, and more.

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27. Fit in a Fire Pit

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When night falls, gather around an outdoor fire pit. Bond over a fireside chat, stay warm while stargazing, have a date night in your own backyard, roast marshmallows, or just get mesmerized watching the flames flicker and dance around. Memories are made around a fire pit, for young and old. From rustic to elegant, wood fuel or propane, a backyard fire pit is sure to see a lot of use.

28. Quiet Corner

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Many of our backyard landscaping ideas lend themselves to entertaining. Not everyone needs a space to mingle and party, but instead some folks would get more use from a quiet backyard sanctuary. If that’s you, find your favorite area of your backyard, and turn it into your own peaceful place. Partial privacy options can create a little hideaway in your own yard, giving you the mental break you need to meditate, read, or think.

29. Outdoor Kitchen

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Hosting an outdoor dinner always seems like a great idea, until you’re on what feels like your millionth trip from the kitchen to the outdoor dining table. Outdoor dining becomes a heck of a lot easier when you create the outdoor kitchen of your dreams. Your outdoor kitchen may include a barbecue grill with cooking elements, pizza oven, blender, outdoor fridge, or outdoor sink. Pretty much anything you keep in your regular kitchen can be added to your outdoor kitchen–just make sure you have access to power outlets.

30. Backyard Fireplace

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A fire pit is usually the middle of the action, where guests gather around it. An outdoor fireplace, on the other hand, tends to be on the periphery, larger than a fire pit, and generally more opulent. Some come with mantles, they can be modern or rustic, and they are made from an array of materials. When building your outdoor fireplace, try to place it in a direction that blocks prevailing wind, so it retains more heat for those sitting in front of it.

31. Landscape with a Trellis

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Limited space for greenery? Add a trellis and grow more flowers and plants vertically. This decorative addition is for any size yard and adds a touch of artistry to a landscape design. These can be simple or ornate, depending on the statement you want to make. Made from materials like iron, bamboo, or wood, a trellis can be made or bought in several designs to suit the decor of your backyard.

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Many grasses and plants are ill-suited for hot, dry climates. Choose instead plants and landscaping styles that lend themselves to backyards with dry conditions, or for those who like a low-maintenance backyard. Opt for zen sandboxes, succulent or cactus gardens, interesting rock formations, and decorative elements, like pergolas, that help create pockets of shade.

33. Outdoor Dining

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When the gorgeous weather arrives, make the most of it. Soak up that vitamin D and enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner beneath a blue sky (or covered patio). When you spend so much time cultivating a beautiful backyard landscape, you want to enjoy it as much as possible. A comfortable, attractive outdoor dining set adds more functionality to your space.

34. Personal Oasis

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Like water in a desert, a backyard oasis is a place you create that’s refreshing and recharging. For some, it’s a set of Adirondack chairs by a water feature, but it could be a small pool tucked away behind a partial privacy screen. For others, an oasis is a relaxing porch swing or hammock. Whatever you need to fuel your spirit—from art, to aromatic flowers, to the perfect outdoor chair— that’s your oasis.

35. Place for Kids to Play

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Some families need to incorporate a place that meets the specific needs of children. From sandboxes to playgrounds, kids require an outdoor area that’s just for them–otherwise their games may encroach on other areas of your landscaping that you want them to avoid. Investing in a large activity structure, such as this highly rated cedar swing set available at Wayfair, keeps kids busy for hours.

36. Stepping Stones

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A series of flat stepping stones give your family and friends stable footing across certain terrain in your backyard. This backyard landscaping idea can be purely decorative, but it usually offers a safe way to step through gardens, across grass, over a rock bed, and even across a shallow water feature. Guide visitors safely through your backyard by providing stepping stones where you want people to walk. Create your own stepping stones, or purchase ones that fit your backyard, such as these resin stepping stones available at Wayfair.

37. Elevated Patio

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Concrete’s not just a slab of gray, hard landscaping that looks like a boring sidewalk. Over the last several years, concrete has become more of an art form. Concrete contractors can color and stamp concrete into various designs and styles, further elevating the appearance of your outdoor flooring, and tying your landscaping designs together.

38. Outdoor Living Room

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Patio furniture has become more diverse as consumers spend more time living outside when the weather is warm. From weather-resistant outdoor couches to recliners, side tables, and even outdoor televisions hung under a covered patio, an outdoor living room gives you all the comfort and amenities you need to stay outside all day long.

39. Collection of Container Gardens

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It’s possible for everyone to have a garden for their home (actually!). Container gardening uses pots for growing plants, veggies, and flowers instead of growing them in the ground. This style is popular for those living in urban spaces who may only have a small yard or patio for landscaping. Container gardens also work beautifully scattered throughout a large yard that also has in-ground gardens.

Not sure what to plant in your container garden? Here are a few ideas to bring pollinators to your outdoor space.

40. Backyard Bar

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It’s five o’clock somewhere! If you have the patio or deck space, a bar setup may make your backyard the neighborhood hangout during happy hour. A dedicated and stocked bar space is a tremendous upgrade from a bar cart. Serious DIYers may embrace the challenge of creating a bespoke bar setup by the pool or in their outdoor living room, while others may prefer to spend the money to get a bar setup, like this one available at Etsy.

41. Rustic Backyard Retreat

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Dial back the modern influence and settle into a casual, rustic backyard landscape design. This simple backyard landscaping idea just feels comfortable, like your favorite pair of warm socks. Wood and metal accents, mismatched planters, and plants that aren’t perfectly trimmed makes it feel like an escape from the city with a farmhouse, woodsy feel.

42. Backyard Chicken Coop

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The sun rises and the rooster crows, signaling the start of another beautiful day. Wouldn’t it be great to have your own chicken coop in the backyard? Fresh eggs as often as you like, and the potential to start a small urban farm. Chicken coops and their feathered inhabitants add a lot of entertainment to a backyard, too. This idea is reserved for large backyard landscaping, so your chickens get enough room to run around. Build your own, or buy this enormous chicken coop, available at Etsy.

43. Nap Zone

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A short afternoon siesta can leave you feeling refreshed. Chilling out in the gentle sway of a hammock and drifting off into sleep feels incredible. Beneath the shade of strong trees, outdoor naps come with the ambient noise of your yard, which could be a fountain, birds in the distance, or rustling leaves. Get your share of peaceful moments by tying up a hammock between two trees, like this handmade hammock available at Etsy.

44. Terraced Backyard Landscaping

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For attractive and useful sloped backyard landscaping ideas, terraced gardens are a must. Using retaining walls creates sturdy and accessible garden beds, allowing homeowners to turn formerly difficult areas into beloved outdoor spaces. These tiered garden beds make planting possible in areas that were previously unusable. Creating multiple, leveled sections evens out water distribution, which prevents ground erosion.

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45. Path Lighting

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Stop fumbling around in the dark, and shine some light into areas of your backyard. Selecting outdoor lanterns for walkways keeps people safe, and creates an opportunity for homeowners to add another personal touch to their outdoor space. The layout of your space lets you know the best type of path lighting, whether it’s installed or portable, like these whimsical lanterns available at Etsy.

Design of the courtyard of a private house (60 photos): creating a beautiful exterior

Speaking about the plot of a private house, many people imagine a garden or vegetable garden. But that doesn't have to be the case. Today, the arrangement of the exterior of a private house for a recreation area is gaining new momentum. We are already tired at work, so when we return home, we should allow ourselves to relax, and not run to chop the beds or clean the weeds. How to choose the right design for the courtyard of a private house and do it yourself - Dekorin will tell you in this article, and you will also clearly see photos of real courtyards.

The original design of the yard of a private house (15 photos): a recreation area or a garden

Of course, vegetables from the garden are tasty, healthy and always fresh, and you don’t even need to run to the store. But it is not always worth planting them with all free hundred square meters. You can set aside a small area for a garden, and use the rest of the space for another purpose.

Why don't you dress up your yard? To make it so attractive and comfortable that those passing by also want to look at the light? We offer you a few ideas in the photo on how to make the design of the courtyard of a private house sparkle with new colors and have a good rest.

makes us proud of our work. Of course, you can trust the designers, but it will be more expensive and more formulaic. Therefore, we suggest you use the following interesting ideas:

1. Plant the yard with your own hands, making a lawn, planting bushes or arranging flower beds;
2. Decorate the design of the courtyard of a private house with interesting decorative elements, such as: garden statues, flowerpots, old furniture, handicrafts from improvised materials;
3. Create an original recreation area for yourself and the kids, inspired by the photo from this article.

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Small courtyard design of a private house - 7 photos with simple ideas

A small courtyard of a private house is not yet a sentence for creating a functional and beautiful design. Since the size of the site does not always allow for a terrace for relaxation or a large gazebo, you can create a small nook with a table and chairs under a tree or near tall bushes that provide shade. Hang garlands, homemade bottle lamps and flower pots on the branches to bring even more comfort.

Also read: How to turn a small courtyard into a cozy place to relax?

Features of the design of the courtyard of a private house in the village (selection of 8 photos) things that can be turned into decor.

It is recommended to finish the paths in the landscape design of a private house in the village with natural stone, tiles or pebbles. Also, the provincial courtyard can be safely decorated with flowering plants, without fear of "overdoing it."

Since the plot of a house in a village is usually much larger than a city house, you will surely find a place for an orchard and a barbecue with a gazebo, where you can comfortably hide from the scorching sun or rain while relaxing. We offer you some examples to inspire with such a design of the courtyard of a private house in the photo.

Design of the courtyard of a private house - 15 stylish photos

To create comfort and pleasant pastime, it is very important to beautifully design the courtyard in a private house. When decorating the yard, first decide on a place to relax, and then equip the surrounding area beautifully and harmoniously. Natural materials and elements are well suited for this: fire, water, stones, greenery, flowers and trees. In the photo below, see examples of the design of the courtyard of a private house in a modern style.

More photos here: Landscaping of country houses - planning and photo

Beautiful Courtyard Design of a Private House: 160+ (Photo) further impression. Well thought out and organized yard design and landscaping should complement the natural setting and continue the design of the interior. About everything in more detail later in the article.

Content:

• 5 The necessary aspects for landscape
  • Use and purpose
  • Environment and climate
  • Zone of Landing
  • Garden Style 9032
  • Ideas Ideas Masque.
  • Extend your patio area
  • Redo the paving
  • Don't let small or awkward spaces limit you
  • DIY your backyard
• Patio Design Ideas
• Concrete Patios
  • Do Concrete Patios Crack?
• Ideas for arbors
  • Types of shadow buildings
• Terrace
  • Set up your space with a floor
  • Build Balki
  • Bethered Movil
• Wooden and bamboo facade
• Garden 4 seasons
• Fumber from the rod horsetail
• Equipped source with water
• Corner gardening
• Lighted Cashpo 9003 Form and obedience
• Fence without gate
• Creative centers
• Wood, stone and water
• Light paving stones
• Everything you need to know about landscaping

PHOTO GALLERY (more than 160 photos)

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5 must-haves for a landscape

When designing landscape design, it is important to think not only about aesthetics, but also about the contribution you will make to the environment.

Outdoor customization starts with proper landscaping. First of all, answer your questions:

• Do you rarely spend time in the backyard?
• Do you have a dilapidated porch or an old patio?
• Do you hate wasting time and water to maintain a large lawn?
• Don't have a place for entertainment in your backyard?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, it looks like you might be ready for a backyard makeover. Get to know the key factors to consider when planning your yard.

Consider the pros and cons when planning your yard

Starting a landscaping project can feel overwhelming at times. But with these five tips, you can design the landscaping and yard you've always wanted, either on your own or with the help of a landscape designer.

Use and Purpose

When you start a landscaping project, the first thing to consider is how you want to use the space. Decide what the purpose or goals of your ideal yard are before making any other decisions.

Popular outdoor uses are:

• entertainment;
• summer kitchen and dining room;
• swimming;
• play area;
• recreation area;
• garden and garden.

Children's active recreation area

Next, you need to think about who will use the space. Will this area be needed to accommodate small children, or will it be primarily an adult shelter? Don't forget to think about pets—animals often dictate landscaping decisions too.

Environment and climate

Now it's time to take inventory. You will want to mark areas such as:

• sunny areas;
• shady areas;
• review;
• wind direction;
• water supply and drainage.

Zoned yard

Next, your attention should be turned to the soil. It's important to make sure your soil has the nutrients to support your chosen plant material. Your soil, which may be mostly sand, clay, or gravel, will dictate which plants you should grow. A landscape designer can perform soil tests for you and make soil amendments if necessary.

Planting area

An important factor to consider when choosing plants is the planting area for them. It is determined by climatic conditions such as temperature and rainfall. Knowing your area to plant will help you and your designer choose plants that are suitable for your location and thus more likely to establish.

Choose plants suitable for the climate

Hydrozone

Once you have an idea of ​​what plants will be used, start thinking about how water behaves in your yard. If there are certain areas where water is collected, you will want to create a group of plants that need a lot of water. On the other hand, if there are certain areas where water drains quickly, you'll want to have a group of plants there that like dry conditions. This process is often referred to as hydrozone planting.

Hydrozone Planting

Garden Style

The last thing to think about is the aesthetic appeal and style of your landscape design. Consider the interior and exterior style of your home and try to create unity between home and landscaping. Make an open space that reflects your personality and makes you feel happy and relaxed. For a little inspiration, browse through these garden styles, which include Japanese, modern, cottage, and desert.

Landscape design in the style of Japan

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Backyard makeup ideas

After considering the basic rules of landscape design, move on to landscaping. Check out the ideas below for decorating your backyard.

Replace obsolete materials

Solid concrete with brick strips is now often used for this. Make a patio area with concrete, fill with white sand and add a fountain to make it stand out.

Enlarge the patio area

A common backyard mistake is making the patio look too small. When you're working on your backyard makeover, consider extending the patio to accommodate larger furniture and allow for walking around the space.

Patio - useful yard decoration

Re-paving

Plain gray concrete can be pretty boring. Transform your backyard paving to transform the feel of the whole area. When remodeling paving slabs, you have two options: remove the existing pavement, or transform what you have. Create stains and engravings on the concrete path to make it look like natural stone. If you want to remodel an existing paving, you will save money on materials and labor.

Low Cost Garden Paths

Don't let small or awkward spaces limit you

Narrow spaces can be a problem and often end up being unused. However, you can turn a narrow space into a backyard fully equipped for outdoor activities. Creative layout and space-saving techniques can be used to accommodate more options for a small or inconvenient backyard.

DIY your own backyard

You can redo your backyard by yourself, without professionals with their resources, if the matter is limited to feasible work. However, this does not include demolition and installation of new landscaping, as this work will take the average homeowner weeks to complete, while a team of professionals can complete it within days.

Lots of beauty ideas

Projects that include running water, gas or electric lines can be further complicated. If you want a fountain, a built-in grill, or lots of lighting, your best bet is to hire a licensed professional. However, for a DIY option that will save you some money, consider planting your own plants. If Make sure you know the requirements for each plant, to choose the best place. Consider also the option of installing a patio area yourself.

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Patio Design Ideas

Patio is outdoor life. You are likely to spend many hours with friends and family on your patio. Instead of buying a big house, many people are looking to expand their outdoor living space. As a result, the patio area is becoming larger, more luxurious and more protected.

Outdoor patios have become activity centers focused on fun and relaxation. A well-designed patio will not only add extra living space to your home, it will also increase its resale value.

Outdoor Recreation

Since your patio will provide the basis for outdoor living space, it must be solid, well constructed. You can choose from a variety of patio and sidewalk materials. Determine what size, shape, and patio style best suits your needs. Use the information here to start gathering ideas for your new patio.

It's time to stop thinking about your patio as just a place to spend time outdoors. It can serve as a hub for a variety of functions, including dining, cooking, socializing, and relaxing. The style of your patio will change depending on what features you want it to feature.

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Concrete patios

The durability and versatility of concrete makes it an excellent choice for paving patios. A concrete patio has many advantages over corrugated board and other surfaces.

Concrete courtyard patio

Benefits of concrete patios:

• High strength.
• Low maintenance.
• Adaptable to any style.
• Can be poured into any shape.

Decor options:

• Colored concrete. There are several ways to paint concrete, including contrasting, integrating, solid and liquid painting methods (used in combination with embossing) and full coloring.
• Embossed Concrete - The surface of your particular patio can be embossed to create a texture that mimics stone, brick or other materials.

Embossed Colored Concrete Stone Look

If you already have a patio that is cracked or dirty, it can be cleaned with concrete. Concrete sanding will make your patio look like new. A reclaimed concrete patio can be painted and stamped.

Another strong trend is to integrate plants into places where expansion joints would otherwise be located. They help create a more breathable surface and dilute the vast structure with greenery. It is not uncommon to use artificial turf in these areas, especially in areas where moisture needs to be maintained.

Grass between joints to keep moisture

Are concrete patios prone to cracking?

Concrete is good for warm climate landscapes that do not experience the extreme cold and thaw cycles of northern regions that cause uncontrolled cracking. Other factors can also lead to cracking.

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Gazebo ideas

Gazebos and other shade structures are another way to enjoy nature, even if the conditions outside are not the best. In the hot summer, you can relax and have fun outdoors without being exposed to sunstroke. Shady structures also extend the season into autumn and winter. If your structure is built with a solid roof or even insulated walls, you can enjoy a calm winter morning while sipping your tea without the worry of rain or snow.

Cozy gazebo for summer holidays

Types of shade buildings

Gazebos are an autonomous structure, organically placed in the landscape. They can stand on the path and define a space for a walk, or they can designate a patio area or outdoor entertainment space. A pergola usually has open sides, as well as a slatted or solid roof.

Landscape Pergolas

Patio structures are similar to pergolas, except they are attached to the house. This can be an advantage because a patio area can use the house for support and therefore can cost less than a structure on its own.

Octagonal arbors with a solid roof are most often used in traditional landscape gardening areas. They can be an attractive addition if the style of the surrounding landscape works with the structure.

Traditional landscaping

A canvas canopy is a modern way to get relief from the sun. The fabric is stretched across specially designed poles to accent and cover a seating area or patio. A canvas canopy looks great with the straight lines and simple geometry used in contemporary homes and doubles as a decorative and artistic part of the landscape.

Tarpaulin shed for pergola

Net terrace is built right outside the house, usually at the back door for easy access. Instead of glass windows, she has large nets that keep out insects. The netted terrace is great for dining as you get a quality outdoor experience without intruders.

A sun room is also being built right outside the house. Since it can be fully insulated and built with double panel windows, it is a four season structure that acts as an addition to your home. The sun room is completely weatherproof so you can watch birds and wildlife in comfort even in winter. The sun room is really different from the rest of your home in that it has many windows that enhance the outside view.

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Terrace decor

No matter what size backyard you have, you can make the most of the available space and live the dream. Here are some simple DIY landscaping ideas to make a great outdoor space that you can enjoy day and night.

Customize your space with decking

There's nothing better than a new terrace to turn your backyard into an outdoor living room or the perfect party space. It's an easy and affordable way to expand your living space that will last for many years, and with a little know-how, you can build it yourself.

Terrace room with decking

There are several options for decking material. In addition to traditional wooden decking, there is an environmentally friendly alternative. Composite decking can be made from recycled plastic, which is durable, easy to install and maintain, and resistant to rot and pests.

Build With Beams

Eco Beams

You can shape your backyard to any size and give it a natural, earthy look with treated pine beams. Treated pine beams are resistant to decay, fungus, and pests, making them one of the most versatile, easy-to-use, and hard-wearing landscape materials on the market. They can be used to create a retaining wall, a stepped garden, a flower bed, or as a border along your garden beds.

Space with retaining walls

Retaining walls are a great way to create interesting steps to decorate your backyard. You can use them to create a raised garden to surround your entertaining space or make a quiet corner to relax. Retaining walls are also a good way to smooth out areas of sloped block and add extra space for kids to play or for you to have fun. Depending on the look you want, retaining walls can be made from logs or treated pine sleepers. Use purpose-built wall retaining materials that are interlocking, durable, and available in a range of colors.

Custom paving

You can bring real definition to your backyard and create a great look with paving stones. In addition, it will be an easy project that you can do yourself. Paving stones make a solid base for your outdoor entertainment area, or you can make a walkway through your garden. There are various colors and paving designs on the market to suit any backyard, from concrete textured, panel and sand paving.

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Add Color and Texture with Pebbles

Pebbles are an easy way to bring color and texture into your backyard. You can use it to fill in empty spaces in garden beds, or as ground cover to complement a paved or deck area.

For a clean decorative look, you can use pebbles to create a border or landscape path. There are many colors and styles to choose from in white, blue, orange, red, green, lime, silver or gold. Using the same colored pebbles, you can create solid areas or mix colors to create a more vibrant look.

Bright flower bed with pebbles

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Front Yard Landscaping

When it comes to decorating your front yard, you'll want to think about what features your home will highlight and how you can transform it into an open space that will be actively used. If you want to spend relaxing time there, then privacy will be a key factor. Privacy can be created with a wall or hedge.

Gain a new perspective

Before choosing a project, look at your landscape with fresh eyes and from a wider perspective. We are so used to our landscape that it can be difficult to determine what others might see. There are two easy tricks to see the landscape from a new perspective. When using both of these methods, the goal is to forget what you think about your landscape and instead see what actually exists.

The first is an old artist's trick. Get far enough away from your landscape so that you can see everything at once. Then squint your eyes until the picture blurs and try to clear your memory.

"Paint" your picture to create a landscape

There may be areas that become dark and overgrown when viewed blurry. Some areas may look dirty because there are too many small plantings, statues or pots. Or, you might have an area that is bright and clean, but a bit too empty. All of these ideas can give you a general idea of ​​which projects to tackle first.

The second technique you can use to give your landscape a new look is to take black and white photographs of your landscape design. By adding color, you can make a familiar space feel new, so you can see it with objective eyes. Most digital cameras these days have a black and white setting, so it's easy to do even if you're not a techno-genius.

Define the boundaries and add mulch

Clean edges deceive the eye, making the landscape neat and tidy. If the lawn has crept into the flower beds in the garden and created a jagged line, then defining a border can improve the look of the entire landscape.

Start by laying out a garden hose to define a new boundary. Don't make the beginner's mistake by creating a wavy "drunken snake" line. Instead, make wide curves that scale to the size of your home. Then use a hoe to trim the grass until you have a clean, attractive line.

Define a nice mulch line

Once you've established a neat border, add a layer of wood chip mulch for a sophisticated look. The bright color is attractive, smooths out uneven ground surfaces, and generally gives the landscaping a professional finish.

Trim huge bushes

If the plant is clearly not meant to be a hedge, it should be trimmed. Otherwise, there will be a feeling that the service is out of control.

Trim the shrub at the base, removing any branches that are 15 cm from the ground. This gives a more open look and works wonders on Rhododendrons and other shrubs that can appear gloomy and overwhelming when spreading across the ground.

Neat backyard shrubs

Another good task is to carefully trim any plant that touches the house. Plants that lean on the house can cause paint cracking as well as mold and ants. Trimming the plants 20 to 30 cm from the house will give the landscaping a more open look, as well as give you the opportunity to wash the house or touch up if necessary.

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45 Trendy Front Yard Ideas

Modern front yard designs rely more on a minimalist and desert look. Volumetric forms and an abundance of color have disappeared. The modern look consists of clean lines, earthy colors, the creative use of stone, and the absence of atypical colors.

Stairs and Paving Stones

We are seeing a move away from hard tops in favor of patterned paving stones interspersed with round stones.

Decorating the runway with decorative materials

Horizontal Railing

The lines are more pronounced with a clean horizontal railing. Aluminium, vinyl, steel, and wood are popular materials for trendy vegetable gardens.

Metal parts

The idea of ​​a metal house number plate is modern, clear typefaces that are made of brass, aluminum or chrome. Simple and stylish.

Grass cutouts

These are sidewalks covered with grass gaps to allow the grass to grow right under your feet. Traditional white or light-colored patio paving stones combined with green give a clearer view of the courtyard.

Yard Grass Path

Garden Cinder Blocks

Gardening is still a big deal in both front and back yards, although it has become more restrained. If you love flowers, use block gardening, which introduces an interesting and new dimension.

Used as flower pots

Large pots

Large plant pots are very noticeable among modern front yards. The bigger they are, the better. The main shapes are round, square, cylindrical or conical.

Interesting garden solution

Stone and succulents

The use of large and small stones is common among modern front yards. And what grows and looks best with stones? Succulents!

Succulents in landscaping

Wall garden

Don't limit your gardening to the ground. Picturesque wall gardens are eye-catching, innovative and look like the centerpiece of a front yard.

Clusters of color

Many modern front yards still include many colorful flowering plants. Keep them under control and in a good color ratio to avoid a messy look. Plants that require less time work well.

Garden planting colors

Illuminated paths

Illuminated paths define and enhance your front yard design. It is also expedient and attractive.

Fence and bench combination

It's time to replace the sleek iron seats in favor of more discreet, integrated nooks and crannies. And if they are made in the same technique with a perimeter fence, this will make the design the most harmonious.

Stone Bench and Fence

Minimalist Fencing

Enclose your front yard with a subdued and minimalist fencing. No more grandiose curls, monograms and bright colors.

Green and white combination

Contemporary front yards decorated in natural tones. White hydrangeas against lush greenery make your front yard pop.

Green and white combinations of plants

Combination of stone and wood

Back to basics. Rough stone and wood planks give character to the clean lines of modern front yards.

Terrace gardening

Don't let uneven frontage get in the way of creating a beautiful front garden. Make it work for your space: For a sloped surface, the idea of ​​a stepped garden with a terrace will do.

Red pots for plants

Bright red pots against quiet earthy flowers look defiant and striking. Use them when you want to divert attention to certain areas.

Bright planters in the garden

Modern pergola

Arbors are romantic and charming. Create a modern minimalist pergola to suit your garden.

Stone with stone

Modern front yard designs use many natural elements. The various irregularities and textures of the stones are best shown together.

DIY rock bed

Ornamental onion charm

Plants in today's front yards are structured and strong in character. The decorative bow has height, shape and color: ideal for front yards.

Black flowerpots

Modern outdoor plant pots have become large, they are shaped and basic bold colors - especially black.

Amazing solution for plants

Wooden fence for succulents

A rich, dark wood that will shade and even out dark green succulents well.

Ancient Greek Amphora

Make your yard attractive with the Ancient Greek Amphora decoration. Use the sculpture as a central focal point for your front yard.

Amphora for individual design

Combination of black and green

The combination of black and green is interesting and expressive. Black makes green more fresh and vibrant.

Wooden and bamboo facade

The basic, classic and minimalist look of bamboo brings a touch of Japan to your home.

Wooden facade of the house

Four seasons garden

Four seasons garden is a selection of those plants that become expressive in different seasons, making the composition interesting in any season. You may need the services of a landscape designer to properly place the landscaping.

Horsetail hedge

River horsetail is suitable for hedges, accent walls or as a decoration on its own. A vibrant green hue, clean vertical stems and black details create a striking design.

Equipped Water Spring

Transform an unobtrusive garden tap into a creative project. It will serve its purpose, but it will be complemented by a wonderful design.

Outdoor landscaping washbasin

Corner gardening

Dedicate one corner of the yard to gardening. This option keeps most of the yard spacious and uncluttered, creating an interesting nook.

Lighted Plants

Placing strategic lighting on plants and pots around the garden will illuminate your front yard and highlight places and features.

Metal pots

Add a futuristic touch to your front yard with metal pots in chrome, silver, copper or gold.

Outdoor metal planter

Low fence

Highlight your pavement and goodwill with a low fence.

Slim plants

The right combination of slim plants softens the harsh lines of modern front yard designs.

Thin graceful lines with the help of plants

Water and fire

Opposites attract and the new trend of refinement becomes proof of this phenomenon. Increasingly, designers are choosing a combination of fire and water to create focal points. Add a fire tandem to your yard to express your individuality.

Form and Submissiveness

Contemporary front yard designs include clean lines, clear patterns and sharp shapes. Foliage is tamed, plants are structured, all areas are distributed.

Fence without gate

Increasingly modern front yards do not have gates. The strategic placement of the fences provides the necessary privacy and girth.

Freedom for front yard space

Creative centers

Miniature designs suitable for small yards. The combination of rock, water and greenery in a large pot will spice up the garden.

Wood, stone and water

Connect the three most basic elements of nature for a profitable, classic and expressive courtyard. Add some green spots to complete the landscape.

Light Paving Stones

When you have a bright home to showcase, let your front yard be a complementary backdrop with large, light colored paving stones.

Granite paving stones for house design

Expressiveness of stone

The few designs of a modern front yard should be interesting, textured and as close to nature as possible. Make them out of stone to add some amazing features to the corners.

A garden without flowers

A garden without flowering plants

Very often in modern front yards there are no flowering plants.

Green and white facade

If your house has a white or light facade, make the yard completely green. Green vegetation is the best scene to showcase the white house. Vary shades and shapes for a more interesting look.

Herbaceous Perfection

Bring in a wide variety of herbs to evoke the beauty of wild grasslands. Keep your garden tidy as this style can easily look unkempt.

Plant every corner of the space

Dark Wood Fencing

Wood and Faux Wood Fencing is attractive, trendy and modern. Don't use paint, choose bare or lacquered wood to show natural patterns.

Creative Lighting

Forget poles, colored fairy lights and spotlights. Innovative garden lights are bold and large.

Choose your luminaire to match your garden style

A nod to Japan

Japanese gardens are the epitome of minimalist garden design. Bring some Japanese inspiration into your front yard with wooden squares, water features, and footstools.

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Trees

The key to choosing a tree for your front yard should be its understated appeal. The right tree can transform a front yard by adding structural interest, seasonal color, shade and scale. The best tree choice for your front yard depends on factors including your climate, the space you have available, your landscape preferences, and the orientation of your landscape.

Trees for small spaces

When choosing a tree for a small front yard, look for a pattern that will create a focal point without dominating your home or landscape. There are many small or dwarf varieties of trees that will not grow above 8 meters but have eye-catching traits that more than make up for their lack of growth, such as interesting leaf shapes and unique branch directions. Good options include dogwood, Japanese maples, cherry trees, and purple plum.

Ornamental trees for small spaces

Flowering trees

Flowering trees will give your front yard a welcome splash of color after a long winter, often before the rest of the landscape comes alive. The effect will be similar to the shape of a vase full of flowers, providing a temporary but vibrant splash of color and an intoxicating fragrance. Many flowering trees also provide multi-season interest, producing vibrant berries and vibrant fall foliage such as flowering cherry trees, myrtle, apple trees, and oriental redbells.

Shade

Planting shade trees in front of your home can block the harsh morning and afternoon sun from pouring into your windows, keeping you cool during the summer. The dense canopy of their leaves also slows the evaporation of water from lawns and garden beds. Shade trees come in all shapes and sizes, but fast-growing varieties deliver their benefits sooner. Examples include red maple, oak, poplar, birch, ash.

Slender birch near the house

For autumn foliage

Every front yard should have at least one tree that provides dazzling fall color, with leaves that seemingly turn into brilliant shades of yellow, orange, red or purple overnight. Some trees, such as the sugar maple, will produce a kaleidoscope of color, from yellow to orange and finally to red.

Evergreen

While many deciduous trees will reward you with spring and autumn colors, their glory often fades in winter after the leaves have fallen, leaving you with a lifeless landscape. Almost any front yard can benefit from the year-round color and sculptural beauty of conifers.

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Conclusions

Available in a wide range of sizes, shapes, needle colors and textures, conifers can transform a snow-covered front yard into a winter wonderland. You can place small evergreens in pairs in containers to create a formal entrance. Popular coniferous varieties: Alberta spruce, juniper, thuja and blue spruce.

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