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Joanne Alderson DesignA traditional Cotswold garden of rooms. This is the side entrance with topiary & a rope swag covered in clematis. The designer is Jo Alderson Phillips
Split Rail Fence Co Denver CODesign ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Denver.
Dragonetti Brothers LandscapesMid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with a container garden for summer.
Glen Gate CompanyDistressed containers are overflowing with lovely green ferns.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in New York with a container garden and natural stone pavers.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in New York with a container garden and natural stone pavers.
Wild Craft PermacultureMoon Garden.
Mark Wolfe Photogrpahy
Large traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Toronto with a vegetable garden for summer.
Large traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Toronto with a vegetable garden for summer.
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape Designhis rural hertfordshire property plays host to a Grade II listed house and a separate period outbuilding which have both had various architectural additions over the century, resulting in the creation of a narrow, empty corridor; prompting the need for an external garden design. The challenge for Aralia in this herts garden design was to unify the two opposing buildings and overcome the difficulties posed by numerous access points, all in the space of a small courtyard of less than two hundred square meters.
The clients request was to create a garden which blurred the strong geometry of the buildings through a curvilinear design, whilst incorporating multiple opportunities for seating to relax and unwind. The garden very much holds a traditional feel through the choice of materials and planting in order to be sympathetic towards the architecture, surrounding landscape and local aesthetic.
Upon first entering the property, visitors are greeted by a pair of beautifully crafted Iroko gates, framed by two heritage brick planters which house a lush beech hedge, concealing elements of the journey ahead.
Three sizes of autumnal riven sandstone are used to negotiate the curves and create a subtle flow and legibility to the journey, whilst naturalistic perennials and grasses soften the space and create narrative. Plants such as Astrantia, Perovskia, Deschampsia and Echinacea are used throughout the borders to create rhythm and repetition whilst green Oak arches frame snippets of these views, anchoring the path between the buildings as the garden progresses.
The culmination of the garden is signified by a circular terrace which is controlled and held in place by the beautifully weathered curved oak seats, housing cut logs underneath to create pattern and shape. Two small water chutes bubble away in the background creating a relaxing atmosphere whilst the user can sit and take advantage of tranquil views across the rest of the garden.
Witherspoon Rose CultureA stunning rose garden in a free form shaped bed makes an excellent focal point in this yard. The brick path surrounding allows for the garden to be enjoyed from all sides. Rose Garden planted and maintained by Witherspoon Rose Culture.
Jeanne Dubourdieu Création de JardinsLe jardin a maintenant un an. Tout a bien poussé. Nous sommes en été.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Paris with a container garden and natural stone pavers.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Paris with a container garden and natural stone pavers.
Landscape Projects, Inc.Created for a couple moving to a smaller house and lot in order to “down¬-size” after their children had left home, this garden’s design presented many challenges. The wife, an ardent gardener, had a long wish list: a water feature; specific plants (including a river birch, a gingko tree, oakleaf hydrangeas, plants to attract butterflies, and trilliums), fragrance, a small patio, and a potting shed. She also wanted to eliminate grass from any part of the property, and to have space to plant annuals (in containers and other areas). In short, she wanted a small “dream garden” created from a site that even she characterized as “disastrous-looking” at the outset.
The wife wanted pathways that would allow her to visit all parts of the garden. The patio space did not need to be sizable because of the high deck off the back of the house, but the views from the deck were important.
We accomplished all of the clients' goals, and designed a series of small "garden rooms" in the backyard to create the illusion of a larger space. We also designed a "faux potting shed" front to screen the area under the deck and incorporated a raised planting bed for annuals and herbs, which was featured in an article in Fine Gardening the following year as an inventive way to disguise an eyesore in the landscape.
This garden received an Award of Distinction in 2009 from the DC/MD/VA Landscape Contractors Association.
Another view of the small patio and millstone vountain from the deck.© Melissa Clark Photography
DalDesignLarge traditional courtyard full sun formal garden in Other with with outdoor playset and natural stone pavers for summer.
Terrasse et Jardin de ParisNous pouvons voir l'espace vert créé en arrière plan avec de nombreux végétaux. Aménagement et réalisation par Terrasse et jardin de Paris.
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Paris with a garden path and gravel.
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Paris with a garden path and gravel.
Scenic LandscapingA private seating area amidst the garden space
Mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with concrete pavers for summer.
Mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with concrete pavers for summer.
Artistry Landscape DesignShade plants were planted in ground and in containers
Mid-sized traditional backyard shaded formal garden in Chicago with a container garden and mulch for spring.
Mid-sized traditional backyard shaded formal garden in Chicago with a container garden and mulch for spring.
UserHidden Leaf Productions
Photo of a mid-sized traditional courtyard shaded formal garden in Sydney with a retaining wall and brick pavers.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional courtyard shaded formal garden in Sydney with a retaining wall and brick pavers.
Scenic LandscapingA tranquil garden space, shady, with Buddha statue
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional side yard partial sun formal garden for summer in New York with natural stone pavers.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional side yard partial sun formal garden for summer in New York with natural stone pavers.
Granitecrete Inc.Inspiration for a traditional courtyard formal garden in San Francisco with a water feature.
Oakmore Green LtdGarden Sculpture next to koi pond.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard formal garden in Kent.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard formal garden in Kent.
Aralia: Innovation in Landscape DesignPhoto of a small traditional backyard formal garden in Hertfordshire with a garden path and brick pavers.
Wild Craft PermacultureMark Wolfe Photogrpahy
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Toronto with a vegetable garden.
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Toronto with a vegetable garden.
Stéphane Larcin - Concepteur - PaysagisteDans ce jardin, tout est sujet à la surprise, à la rêverie et à la promenade. Des chemins dessinent le jardin et le cadencent, des arbres en relation avec le paysage environnant le structurent tandis que les associations végétales, composées de vivaces et de graminées, lui assurent une ambiance fraîche et dynamique en toute saison.
Shabby-Chic Style Formal Garden Design Ideas
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