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See how gardeners around the country have created wonderful gardens in small spaces

Small gardens have a lot more potential than you may realize. Whether dealing with a long narrow space behind a vintage home, a cramped backyard that lacks privacy, or a shabby garden at the rear of a brownstone the possibilities are endless. So don’t write off your 40-foot by 20-foot outdoor area just yet—with the right design, it could be an incredible garden.

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CONSIDER FUNCTIONALITY

Designer Karen Chapman says, "Neither beauty nor function needs to be limited by the size of your outdoor space, but it is important to prioritize your wish list in order to make every square inch count." She offers the following advice, suggestions, and tips:

Do you love to entertain family & friends?

Entertaining outdoors always seems so much more relaxed, both for the hosts and the guests, but how many people do you need to accommodate? Two for an intimate lunch? Eight for a sit-down dinner? Twelve or more for an informal BBQ?

Versatile elements that can satisfy more than one function are key in maximizing the potential of small spaces.

What do you want to grow?

Are you hoping to grow cut flowers, your favorite herbs, or a few vegetables? When space is limited, it is especially important to determine which of these are worth growing yourself, and which are better to purchase seasonally from your local farmer’s market. Focus on growing flowers and produce that are usually expensive, hard to find, have a short shelf life, or you use regularly.

Is in-ground planting space limited?

Container gardens provide a simple solution for limited in-ground growing; however, consideration should be given to their size and shape.

13 DESIGN TIPS FOR SMALL SPACES

Having considered the functionality of your space, here are a few designer tips to help you really maximize its potential and create the illusion of a much larger garden.

  1. Look for compact plants. Choose plants that won’t overwhelm the ground plane, but don’t be afraid to include moderate sized or columnar trees to achieve the appropriate scale.
  2. Think outside the box. What about vertical gardens? Railing planters? Hanging baskets for strawberries? (See an example of a living wall/vertical succulent garden below.)
  3. Build a strong foliage framework. Use interesting plants with colorful leaves before layering in flowering plants.
  4. Make every square inch count. Focus on high-value trees, shrubs, and perennials that offer multiple seasons of interest with attractive leaves, seasonal flowers, unique textures, colorful bark and/or great fall color.
  5. Create privacy. You may not have room for large evergreen trees and shrubs to create privacy. But, would a row of one of the many columnar varieties that provide height—without the width—work? If only seasonal screening is needed, perhaps narrow, columnar, deciduous trees or shrubs would be suitable? Or perhaps growing well-behaved climbers (e. g. jasmine or annual vines) on a vertical trellis would be the best solution.
  6. Do you really need a lawn? Does your lawn visually break up your space unnecessarily? Does it make more sense to extend the patio?
  7. Choose outdoor furniture with care. Forgo extra deep armchairs with wide armrests in favor of sleeker profiles.
  8. Add a water feature. Water features are always a great addition to a garden. While a pond and waterfall may not be realistic, a simple recirculating wall fountain or bubbling tabletop pot may be the answer.
  9. Create a sense of order. Clean lines bring an orderly feel to the garden. A clear rectilinear design can define spaces, while flowing organic curves can be used to soften awkward angles.
  10. Use the diagonal axis. A typical suburban garden is often wide but shallow. Looking straight across the back garden therefore emphasizes the shortest dimension. Alter the perspective by turning the patio, planting beds, and sight lines 45-degrees to line up with the diagonal axis, creating the illusion of a much larger space. (See an example of this design strategy below.)
  11. Keep the color palette simple. Two or three colors in varying shades, together with green, will be less visually cluttered than a jelly-bean-like explosion.
  12. Borrow views from outside your boundaries. Frame a distant tree, mountain, or unique architectural detail to give the illusion of greater depth.
  13. Add outdoor lighting. Create drama and mystery, while extending the use of the garden into the evening hours.

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A strong rectilinear design defines each element clearly, allowing enough space for an upper dining terrace, illuminated pathways, a narrow water feature and contemporary raised beds filled with an abundance of colorful foliage in a restrained palette. Photo: Darcy Daniels

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Turning the paver patios 45 degrees to the house emphasizes the long diagonal axis, creating a more interesting layout and giving the illusion of greater depth. Design by Karen Chapman, Le-jardinet Designs

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Get recommendations for small garden plants that won’t outgrow their site By Janet Loughrey, Garden Writer & Photographer

As home lots continue to shrink, one of the biggest decisions is what to plant in the landscape. When space is at a premium, every detail counts, which is why proper plant selection is so important. Choosing small plants, or smaller cultivars or dwarf forms of reliable favorites that won’t outgrow the site will help to keep pruning and editing to a minimum. Here are a few suggestions to get you started.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

1.

Cornus kousa (Kousa dogwood)

Although the average mature size is 15-30 feet high and wide, dwarf forms such as ‘Little Poncho’ and ‘Dwarf Pink’ reach just 8-10 feet tall and wide. Dogwood trees produces creamy white or pink flowers from late spring to early summer, followed by berry-like edible fruits that are attractive through autumn. The glossy green leaves turn brilliant red and purple in fall, while the graceful vase-shaped structure and peeling bronze bark offer winter appeal. Hardy in USDA Zones 5-8, this reliable tree performs best in full sun to partial shade, and is virtually carefree, though regular summer watering is necessary in hotter climates.

Photo by: Iseli Nursery / Randall Smith Photography.

2.

Acer palmatum ‘Sango Kaku’ (coral bark Japanese maple)

Japanese maples have long been a staple in home landscapes, and for good reason. With a wide range of leaf colors—from deep burgundy to chartreuse—brilliant fall foliage, and various forms and sizes, there is something for every type of garden. ‘Sango kaku’ coral bark maple is one of the finest varieties for smaller gardens, with upright structure, and pale green leaves tinged with red that turn brilliant shades of yellow and orange in fall. The most outstanding feature is the coral-pink bark, which becomes brighter—almost florescent—in winter. Hardy in USDA Zones 6-9, coral bark maple reaches 20 feet tall and 15 feet wide, and does best in well-draining soil with protection from hot afternoon sun. This versatile tree can be planted in a small courtyard, used as screening, as a container specimen on a deck or patio, or a focal point at the end of a pathway.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

3.

Hydrangea quercifolia (oakleaf hydrangea)

A carefree shrub with four-season interest, oakleaf hydrangea bears serrated leaves that turn bright shades of scarlet, purple and orange in fall. Elegant white flower panicles bloom in summer, fading to hues of pink and soft beige, lasting well into fall. The attractive cinnamon-colored peeling bark is most noticeable in winter. Oakleaf hydrangeas perform best in sunny conditions, with shade during the hottest part of the day, and require less water than other hydrangeas. Hardy in USDA Zones 5-9, standard varieties such as ‘Snow Queen’ reach a mature size of 4-6 feet high and wide, while dwarfs including ‘Pee Wee’ and ‘Ruby Slippers’ will remain smaller. Use oakleaf hydrangea as a foundation plant, or incorporate into a mixed border.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

4.

Buxus sempervirens (English boxwood)

Traditional boxwood, which are evergreen staples of formal European landscapes, work with any style garden. In a small space, where smart design is essential, boxwood can serve many important functions: instilling order, defining garden rooms, as edging for pathways, or as stand-alone focal points in containers. Tolerant of a wide range of light conditions, from full sun to shade, these deer-resistant shrubs can thrive in a wide range of soils as long as there is good drainage to prevent root rot. ‘Suffruticosa’, which is hardy in USDA Zones 6-8, is one of the best dwarf varieties, reaching a mature size of just three feet tall and wide, minimizing the need for frequent pruning. For colder climates, try mounding dwarf ‘Green Gem’, or upright ‘Green Mountain’, which are both hardy in USDA Zones 4-9.

Photo by: Iseli Nursery / Randall Smith Photography.

5.

Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Nana Gracilis’ (dwarf hinoki cypress)

Dwarf conifers are a great addition to any small garden, as they are slow-growing, low maintenance, and come in a diverse array of shapes and colors for year-round interest. Their uses are similarly wide-ranging: as screening, border accents, focal points, or as container specimens. Native to Japan, dwarf hinoki cypress is one of the most popular evergreens for its captivating layered texture and deep green foliage. ‘Nana Gracilis’ is exceptionally slow growing, reaching just 6-8 feet tall and 5-6 feet wide after many years. Hardy in USDA Zones 4-8, this pyramidal-shaped conifer performs best in moist, well-draining soil, with protection from hot afternoon sun in warmer climates.

Photo by: Tesselaar Plants.

6.

Rosa Flower Carpet® (landscape rose)

Roses, America’s most beloved flowers, have a reputation for being fussy and high-maintenance. Many varieties introduced in recent years have been developed for disease-resistance, easy care, increased vigor, and longer bloom time. Some of the most versatile are the ‘Flower Carpet’ series, which grow to just 2-3 feet tall and wide. These tough, virtually maintenance-free plants can be used as hedging, to spill over a low wall or hillside, at the edge of a border or path, or in containers. Hardy in USDA Zones 4-11 or 5-10 depending on the variety, these reliable performers bloom from late spring through fall in shades of pink, red, white, coral or gold. Roses perform best with at least 6-8 hours of full sun, and when planted in rich, loamy soil.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

7.

Clematis x ‘Nelly Moser’

One way to maximize the use of a small space is to grow vining plants vertically up a wall or trellis. Clematis, known as “queen of vines,” are revered for their range of flower forms, colors and season-long interest. It’s hard to pick just one, but the hybrid ‘Nelly Moser’ is a classic favorite, with large, eye-catching striped flowers that bloom in spring and again in late summer, and showy seed heads that last until frost. Hardy in USDA Zones 4-9, ‘Nelly Moser’ is also shade-tolerant, making it a good choice for small courtyards or entryways that receive part day sun. To get the most out of a clematis garden, grow several types together, such as alpine, Jackman and Texensis that bloom at different times over the growing season. Many can be successfully grown in containers on a deck or patio.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

8.

Heuchera spp. (coral bells)

Few perennials are as diverse in foliage color, or as versatile in the garden as coral bells. With ruffled evergreen foliage in tones ranging from deep burgundy, silver red, orange, gold and chartreuse, and some with variegation or stain glass patterning, there’s something for every personal taste. The flowers that appear in late spring, some more showy than others, last well into summer. These enchanting plants, most of which grow to 12-18 inches high and wide, are invaluable for edging pathways, as accents in a mixed border, or as container specimens when combined with other small perennials or annuals. Coral bells thrive in a wide range of light conditions, from sun to shade, and perform best in well-amended soil with good drainage. Most varieties are hardy in USDA Zones 4-9, and will benefit with protection from hot afternoon sun in warmer climates.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

9.

Helleborus x hybridus (hybrid Lenten rose)

Much attention has been given to this spring workhorse in recent years, and for good reason. Hellebores are one of the first perennials to bloom in early spring, with flower bracts that hold their color for several months. Modern hybrids such as ‘Winter Jewels™’ and ‘Winter Thriller™’ come in a dazzling array of colors, from white to deep burgundy, in speckled or picotee patterns, and single and double forms. Hellebores tolerate a wide range of soil and light conditions, and the leathery foliage stays attractive throughout the growing season. They need very little care once established; a light dressing of compost, and shearing of the old leaves is all that's needed to keep them looking great. Most hybrids are hardy from USDA Zones 4-5, to Zone 8. To best enjoy their nodding blooms, plant hellebores on a raised wall, in containers, or along a walkway near the front entrance of a home where they will be regularly enjoyed.

Photo by: Janet Loughrey.

10.

Hakonechloa macra ‘Aureola’ (Japanese forest grass)

Smaller ornamental grasses can add season-long texture and foliage color, with many needing little or no care. One of few varieties suitable for woodland gardens or other shady areas is Japanese forest grass, with brilliant golden foliage that lights up even the darkest of spaces. Use these versatile grasses to edge borders or create repeat patterns with complementary colors of purple or brown. They are also stunning when planted in containers in an entryway, or as an eye-catching focal point. Hardy to USDA Zones 5-9, Japanese forest grass forms neat mounds up to two feet high and wide and performs best in rich, well-draining soil.

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95 photos of simple ways to decorate the garden in an original way

Designing a garden, giving it an unusual, fabulous look is not an easy task, but very pleasant and interesting. This is a creative process that will capture you with great force, provide a huge space for your fantasies and ideas to fly.

Any object that has been sitting on the sidelines for several years on your site can turn into an exclusive front garden decoration in skillful hands.

All kinds of bottles, buckets, barrels, this list is endless, all these things, when processed and decorated, will certainly turn out to be original decorative elements, this is confirmed by photos of gardens beautifully decorated with just such seemingly ordinary objects.

There are many ways and ideas that will allow you to turn your garden into a piece of paradise where you can relax your body and soul. Let's try to consider the most popular of them.


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Emphasizing plants

Expanding the flora of your front garden will give it a new, incomparable look. Various types of trees, varieties of flowers, ornamental shrubs will turn the garden into an interesting place.

As an option - make the zoning of the garden with the help of various features of plants. For example, flowers can be planted in shades, scarlet roses will flaunt in one corner along with red dahlias and gladioli, but white asters, daisies and tulips will occupy the opposite side. Or vice versa, mix all the shades around the perimeter of the site, turn it into a bright, juicy mixture of flowers of various shades and colors.

You can do the same with trees. Equip a fruit corner (apple trees, pear, apricot seedlings) on one side, conifers, for example, on the other, various fruit-bearing shrubs on the third.

This will ensure the convenience of harvesting, in the cool coniferous shade in summer you can hide from the sun and relax without fear of insects that will certainly pollinate fruit trees.

You can replenish your garden green collection with both new, previously unknown plants, and those that you have been growing for a long time. Carefully study the market and choose those seeds and seedlings that you will be happy to take care of.

Adding an artificial reservoir

This method will instantly transform the area. A water element can be made from improvised, inexpensive materials. It does not have to be large, a small pond from a small children's bath dug into the ground, a basin, any container that can play the role of a bowl for a reservoir will be enough.

On supermarket shelves you can find plastic and plastic molds designed specifically for this purpose. Such containers are sold in different sizes, bends, colors, you will definitely choose the option that suits you in terms of cost, size and design.

It is very important to beautifully and competently design the coastline of an artificially created reservoir. Along its edges, a smooth lawn, paths lined with stones or marble chips, etc. look charming.

If you do not have time to constantly clean and change the water in the created reservoir, then you can arrange a dry pond, use colored gravel, pebbles, glass pebbles and other materials that are suitable for this business to fill it. This option will look perfect.


Arranging an unusual flower garden

An old, sometimes rusty bucket, a cracked watering can, a garden cart without one wheel, tires with a worn out tread for a long time - all this can become a unique flower garden in your garden. It is enough to make ingenuous manipulations for their coloring and design and get a unique, beautiful flowerpot for your site.

There are a lot of ideas for interesting flower beds, you can use original materials to decorate the surface, make it in the form of some kind of animal, for example, a hedgehog, fox or bunny, in the form of an asterisk, sun, lay out some letters from flowers or even whole words.

If the item you choose to decorate is small and can easily get lost in tall grass, make a pedestal for it. They can serve as an old stool, stump, small chair, etc. In this case, flowers and plants with ends falling down will look best in a flowerpot.

If the territory of your garden allows, then you can make a large, massive decoration, using, for example, a cart or a composition of boards specially assembled in some interesting form (boats, huts). In such cases, one large flower garden is formed, inside or on top of which separate flower pots are placed.


Arranging garden accessories

Various figurines, figurines, other, more massive objects, designed directly to give the front garden atmosphere and comfort, will certainly decorate the garden plot. Properly and harmoniously selected accessories will create a wonderful mood in the garden area.

You can find such things both in specialized stores, departments, and make your own. All kinds of figurines of gnomes, domestic and wild animals, ladybugs, birds, miniature benches, windmills, ships ... this list can be continued for a very long time, they will create a fabulous atmosphere on your site, decorate it and will delight the eye every day.

An excellent option is to install a swing or a hammock in the garden. Such accessories will appeal to adults and children. For kids, you can also install small slides, equip a sandbox.

Don't forget about lighting, special solar-powered garden lanterns are great accessories for transforming your front garden.

The choice of these lamps is huge, they are presented in a wide range of shapes and sizes, from small standard options to unusual lamps in the form of birds or animals. You can easily rearrange these accessories around the territory, thereby changing the atmosphere and atmosphere of your garden.

The most time-consuming and costly options will be any large-scale changes, for example, the arrangement of a full-fledged pool, professional landscape design of the site, installation of gazebos, decorative caves, author's miniatures that will become the center of your garden, various plant arches, fountains. Such methods will undoubtedly give the territory chic and elegance.

Of course, the above list of ways to design a garden is only a small part of the available options. Give free rein to your imagination, do not be afraid to create and try something new, implement your ideas with love, draw inspiration from all kinds of sources, trust your desires and feelings.


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For the most hypnotic effect of viewing this article, we advise you to click on the first photo and go to full screen mode. And then - flip through large pictures and enjoy our selection. On some photos you will find green labels that contain additional information about what items and garden decor elements were used in this case. Under the photos you can find information about the project. Perhaps you can implement some ideas for garden decor from our selection on your site.

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1. Mysterious Alley
Still, our world is incredibly amazing, that with just a few curved steel bars, people can create something so beautiful.

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As for the idea for your garden, there will be where to attach the old frames.

Ike Kligerman Barkley

3. Fairytale trail
This trail looks like it's straight out of the pages of a fairy tale. So, maybe this is not a hare at all, but some kind of enchanted prince, waiting for the kiss of true love.

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4. Street dancing
Judging by the dancer's sculpture, owners of this house are clearly weak for the Lower Breep . Although, maybe it's a little yogi?

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5. Living steps
It makes you want to run barefoot on these soft green steps. It’s a pity that I don’t have such in the entrance.

Kevin Cooper Garden Design

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

7. Healthy sleep
Of course, you won't be able to sleep on such a bed. But what a great decor for the garden!

Giuseppe Lunardini Architetto del Paesaggio

8. My light, mirror…
The reflection of an ancient statue, an ancient amphora and picturesque vegetation only enhances the beauty of this Tuscan courtyard. What do you think of this garden idea?

Kikuchi + Kankel Design Group

9. Samurai tradition
A curved bridge and wooden stumps have always emphasized the uniqueness of a real Japanese garden.

Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.

10. Safely protected
The curvature of this fence was not due to a mistake by the workers. It's just that if the fence were straight, there would not be such a picturesque view.

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Mayita Dinos Garden Design

11. Fountain of Youth
finally received the long-awaited award.

Garrett Churchill Inc.

12. Soothing corner
Sometimes symmetry is not needed to create such a place, and a little confusion will not hurt.

13. Echoes of Eternity
A very simple but long-lasting way to make your lawn visually appealing is to put some stones there. If the garden decor in the photo seems a little boring to you, you can pick up brushes and paint on the surface of the stones!

The Cousins ​​

14. Ornithologist's dream
At the dacha, it is not necessary to spend all the time among the beds. You can just sit in the company of loved ones or listen to the birds singing.

Edwina Benites-LM

15. Chess battles
Someone is setting up a tennis table in the garden or stretching a volleyball net. And real Chelyabinsk gardeners play full-size chess! This is not for you to drive the ball.

Karen Aitken and Associates

16. Tree of Paradise
If there was such a wonderful gazebo in my yard, I would definitely place my summer office there. Great idea for garden decor!

Adamson + Molina

17. In search of nirvana
It is difficult to find a brighter symbol of calm and balance than a Buddha statue surrounded by greenery.

18. The Magic of Contrast
Sometimes, to create a colorful composition, you just need to choose the right flowers.

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19. 2 in 1
Tea rose is a great option for the front garden and beyond. In summer, it pleases with beauty and aroma, and in winter - with the most useful jam from its petals.

The Pond Gnome

21. Spirit of the lake
Even the smallest pond should have its own symbol or talisman. So why not a colorful iguana?

Cool Gardens Landscape Associates - CGLA

22. Tea Party in Wonderland
It feels like the Mad Hatter is about to jump out from behind the bush, followed by the March Hare.

Edgar Rolando Rossal

23. Royal Garden
A pair of majestic peacocks can transform any garden, and all flowers will sparkle with completely different colors.

Design Focus International

24. Love story
What could be more romantic than a meeting of lovers by the lily pond?

James R. Salomon Photography

25. Carefree Nymph
Fairy tales are fairy tales, but nymphs need to rest too. And let the whole world wait.

Irra Ariella

26. Boho style
If not all members of your family share your passion for hippie-chic style in the interior - it doesn't matter, embody it in the garden!

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The main thing is not to forget to grow a couple of trees so that there is somewhere to hang a hammock.

Chris Snook

28. Terracotta hands
It's hard to say exactly what they symbolize, nevertheless, these palms look very interesting, and you can always find a use for them.

Amy Renea

29. Work decorations
It's great when the inventory fits harmoniously into the interior of the garden, the main thing is that it is not the only cart.

GUÁIMARO

30. Living interior
This is a truly flourishing room, with only one drawback - the lack of a roof.

Andrew Renn

31. View from the inside
With this pretty lattice door, you can enjoy picturesque green views on both sides.

Paul Moon Design

32. Spring of Freshness
Next to this small fountain, you can feel like a king or queen of your own small country - albeit limited by the boundaries of a garden plot.

Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture

33. Fairy Pet
If you also have nowhere to bathe a small dragon, be sure to put such a comfortable bath in the garden.

KAMBRICK

34. White barrel mood
Of course, it would be better to grow a whole birch, but if you can't wait, then you can. Yes, and the fence is quite original.

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35. Stubborn sculpture
find a place for this figure opposite the window of the intractable neighbor.

Claudia De Yong Garden Design

36. Bouquet
What better way to complement a fruit fence than with pyramid-shaped bushes?

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

Shannon Malone

38. No windows, no doors
No, this is not a cucumber at all, but an original California outdoor bathroom. By the way, a great way to save money, the main thing is not to store anything of value there.

Catherine Sandin

39. Invisible ceiling
Don't even try to figure out how this chandelier got there. Just stock up on mosquito spray and enjoy dinner by the light.

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40. The spirit of minimalism, if you can just invent something and enjoy something moment?

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41. Bronze friends
If sometimes you feel lonely, a few statues by the pond will dispel this unpleasant feeling. True, in such a company one should be wary of pigeons.

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43. Tiered approach
This solution proves that the slope on the site is not a problem, but an opportunity to decorate your garden.

Natalia Borisova

44. Enchanting tea drinking
Tea with honey and surrounded by fresh flowers is just a dream. The main thing is not to anger the local bees.

Garden Pacific

45. Bread and salt
Having arranged such an arch in the garden, do not tell unmarried acquaintances about it. Well, did you guess why?

Cuckooland

46. Strength in unity
Do you feel that there is not enough greenery in the garden and something is missing? Of course, a stylish carpet with the image of branches!

Scott Brinitzer Design Associates

47. Light disguise
Most likely, you won't be able to hide from the tax office behind such a bush, but how the central accent looks very good!

48. For the ages
Natural stone will be a beautiful and almost eternal decoration for your garden - however, this pleasure is not cheap.

Scot Ragsdale

49. Yoga area
You can't play golf on such a lawn, but it's perfect for yoga or meditation!.

Design Focus International

50. Famous combination
Only white brick can be simpler than red brick. And yet, in combination with greenery, it looks just fine!

Roger Washburn Landscape Architecture

51. Pretty Irregularities
Tiling steps with jagged edges and finding room for a ridge of bushes is another way to deal with landscape changes.

Sculpt Gardens Inc.

52. With a soft step
The path of river pebbles, no doubt, will add sophistication and attractiveness to the garden.

Greenleaf Services, Inc.

53. Road to heaven
These green steps, like from a fantasy story, lead to something majestic and beautiful.

Yorkshire Garden Designer

54. Rain and sleet
With such a platform, you will not get your feet wet in any weather, the main thing is that the canopy does not let you down.

Jeanne Bundakova

55. Tricycle helper
Not only do people love cycling, but also flowers. A cute and fun garden decor idea, the photo of which you see, will bring mood to it.

Rama Ananth

56. A symbol of wisdom
The elephant symbolizes strength, stability and prudence, and also brings good luck. So hurry to the store for your happy baby elephant!

Hoi Ning Wong

57. Echoes of the past
It feels like these bushes came to us from the 1970s, when afro hairstyles were at the peak of their popularity.

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58. Timeless classic
A tea rose and a flower bed along the hedge is an old, but no less effective technique.

SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction

59. Bright meeting
If you prefer to surprise guests right from the doorstep, start with an unusual and memorable door.

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Oh, you doors, my doors, my old doors…

Jay Sifford Garden Design

60. Old friend — know better than the new two 9018 don't want to throw it away? Just make it part of the garden interior.

Katharine Webster Inc.

61. Arizona motifs
Undoubtedly, this sculpture will appeal to everyone who has a weakness for tumbleweeds.

Aquascape

62. Everything has its place
If there is a small stream on the site, then it's a sin not to build an arched bridge.

Gerasimova Elena

Creative Garden Spaces

64. Simple but tasteful
Another example of a light, minimalist garden where picturesque plants are the main decoration.

Pennsylvania Landscape & Nursery Association

65. Circular Alley
It is very convenient to wind circles along it, thinking about a new idea, or just chatting on the phone.

a Blade of Grass

66. Green Rectangle
A great solution for spreading a blanket, making a temporary gazebo or setting up a large table. Either way, enjoyment is guaranteed.

Jacobs Grant Design ltd

67. Everything for plants
This hedge will let the sunlight in to please the flowers, but don't try to hide from the wind here.

1 Man of the Cloth

68. Beauty requires sacrifice
This is obviously not the most comfortable chair in the world, but from a decorative point of view it looks great!

Classic Nursery & Landscape Co. / Alan Burke, asla

69. Among the stones
Even a small amount of water as a decoration can freshen up any area.

Pan Landscape

Stefan Wentzel-Neues Gartendesign

71. Sunny mosaic
Perhaps it compensates for a categorical lack of sun, especially in the autumn-winter period,

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In order not to look featureless and boring, the fence can be decorated with interesting decorations.

B. Jane Gardens

73. A special taste
Strange as it may seem, dishes in nature always have their own unique taste. So, in the warm season, feel free to transfer your dining room to the street.

Ryland Peters & Small | CICO Books

74. All inclusive
Leave armchairs to lovers, because true connoisseurs of outdoor recreation choose a sofa under a canopy.

Hoi Ning Wong

75. Welcome!
This arch is like a portal, inviting you to go to another dimension, where you can relax from everyday problems.

Kata Phusin Design

Garrett Churchill Inc.

77. High art
If you are not extravagant enough to put up a sculpture of a pissing boy, you can limit yourself to spitting toads.

Katherine Shenaman Interiors

78. Poor Rose
Would you like to touch the world of Brazilian TV shows in real life? Then start with bougainvillea - you definitely won't go wrong!

Bayberry & Co

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