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![Bayside](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e0f1b8d904bed430_1400-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![David R. Lamb, Landscape Architect](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ed5396e30fb4ecc1_7830-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This propery is situated on the south side of Centre Island at the edge of an oak and ash woodlands. orignally, it was three properties having one house and various out buildings. topographically, it more or less continually sloped to the water. Our task was to creat a series of terraces that were to house various functions such as the main house and forecourt, cottage, boat house and utility barns.
The immediate landscape around the main house was largely masonry terraces and flower gardens. The outer landscape was comprised of heavily planted trails and intimate open spaces for the client to preamble through. As the site was largely an oak and ash woods infested with Norway maple and japanese honey suckle we essentially started with tall trees and open ground. Our planting intent was to introduce a variety of understory tree and a heavy shrub and herbaceous layer with an emphisis on planting native material. As a result the feel of the property is one of graciousness with a challenge to explore.
![Traditional Garden](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/cb51723907d145c0_5978-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Landscaping Solutions](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9b032f6207bffb1e_3647-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Inspiration for a small traditional backyard shaded formal garden in London with natural stone pavers and with raised garden bed.
![Summer Perennial Garden](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d6117f07095d1623_5889-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Chalet](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a843b6380162db7d_4109-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This is an example of a large traditional front yard partial sun formal garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers.
![Traditional Landscape](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/c941d6920899f929_9748-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with a garden path and mulch.
![Redbrick Roseville](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b9411e9d06fbe2bf_1930-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Oliver Design Associates](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/5623b816067ad90f_1538-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York.
![gardenUP Garden Designs](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/9091312b06fbd6bf_1939-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
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Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for spring in Boston with mulch and with flowerbed.
![York - Private Garden](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6381302005fa9eaa_7244-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Yorkshire Garden Designer](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ebe35bcb01d801bd_0719-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Design ideas for an australian native traditional backyard formal garden in Other with a garden path and decking.
![English Jewel Box](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a9e1526f04c95fcf_5149-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Mariani Landscape](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/66d3f7b701475657_4318-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The transition to several garden rooms, a gravel path leads from the rear terrace to the many spaces. The entry is flanked by the New England fieldstone seat wall, capped in blue stone. The path is lined with cushwa brick outlining the formal garden filled with boxwood, pachysandra ground cover, hydrangea, magnolia, and eastern redbud. Photo Credit: Linda Oyama Bryan
![Raised Bed Vegetable Garden](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/24318846020aaa0b_0708-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Casa Smith Designs, LLC](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b13301910d88218a_6878-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The star at the center of this veggie garden is the perfect place for the dwarf lemon tree. The six pointed star (just like the Great Seal of the United States) is ideal for the strawberries to cascade over the edges. The star is 6' with 3' clearance around the star so the space is wide enough to comfortably access the veggie beds from all sides.
Photo Credit: Mark Pinkerton
![Brookline Brownstone](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/14d1e4840149c5fc_9710-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
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The bluestone patio was screened from the neighbors with a wall of arborvitae. Lush perennial gardens provide flower cutting opportunities and color to offset the green wall.
![Nashville Estate](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/44419a980ba261c5_5720-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fc73b01500475b69_1167-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
With a lengthy list of ideas about how to transform their backyard, the clients were excited to see what we could do. Existing features on site needed to be updated and in-cooperated within the design. The view from each angle of the property was already outstanding and we didn't want the design to feel out of place. We had to make the grade changes work to our advantage, each separate space had to have a purpose. The client wanted to use the property for charity events, so a large flat turf area was constructed at the back of the property, perfect for setting up tables, chairs and a stage if needed. It also created the perfect look out point into the back of the property, dropping off into a ravine. A lot of focus throughout the project was the plant selection. With a large amount of garden beds, we wanted to maintain a clean and formal look, while still offering seasonal interest. We did this by edging the beds with boxwoods, adding white hydrangeas throughout the beds for constant colour, and subtle pops of purple and yellow. This along with the already breathtaking natural backdrop of the space, is more than enough to make this project stand out.
Photographer: Jason Hartog Photography
![Arbors, trellises, pergolas](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3c31aec509bed701_6119-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Just in Thyme Landscape Design](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/ba5369a60d4f7f3c_5624-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
The arbor over the swing is intended to shade the sitting area in this hot yard as the sun comes from the left side of the swing. Evergreen Pandorea vines eventually grew over the top. The style mimicked that of the already existing pergola on the deck. The swing gives the family a resting place to watch people practicing on the putting green.
![Front and Side Yard Entrance Gardens in Reisterstown](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/8dc1f6df09bbe93f_9712-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Garden Architecture, LLC](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/876362800023b124_6388-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Baltimore with a garden path and natural stone pavers.
![Finchley Garden](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/f8d199c805818f03_8516-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![London Garden Designer](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a2d3c4bd01a72be5_0246-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
This is an example of a traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in London.
![Lafayette Traditional Louisiana Landscape](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7b71b5d804fdbe7d_0918-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Viator & Associates Inc](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/80a3d42104ff0425_8473-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional side yard partial sun formal garden for summer in New Orleans with natural stone pavers.
![Edible gardens](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/aad1bcf7038cb466_9356-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Larson Landscaping](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/58d3c349016b01b6_7288-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Los Angeles with a container garden.
![Elegant Country Estate](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2f71b6d803345bed_4006-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![Artemis Landscape Architects, Inc.](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/54b385ed023090e1_9543-w32-h32-b1-p10--.jpg)
Mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden in New York with natural stone pavers and with flowerbed for summer.
![Pomello Residence](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6791d6f00e04e980_8804-w360-h360-b0-p0--.jpg)
![HartmanBaldwin Design/Build](https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/7623e9840c17a60d_1847-w32-h32-b0-p0--.jpg)
In keeping with the estate’s traditional English Tudor style 10,000 sq. ft. of gardens were designed. The English Gardens are characterized by regular, geometric planting patterns and pathways, with antique decorative accessories heightening their old-world feel. Special nooks and hideaways, coupled with the sound of cascading water in fountains, create a serene environment, while delicate lighting in planter boxes makes the garden perfect for early evening strolls.
Traditional Formal Garden Design Ideas
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