When it comes to backyard landscaping ideas, there are plenty of options available.
it’s possible for you to even mix various aesthetics together if you’re not into just one look.
Explore these backyard landscaping ideas that show you how to transform your outdoor area into your favorite space.
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A Backyard With Simple Landscaping
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.
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Planting perennials that bloom from spring through autumn makes thiswalkwaya welcoming destination through three seasons.
With minimal plants, decor can do the rest of the work.
Doing this first can help guide your landscaping choices.
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The garden shed with fenced in area is the focal point.
Finally, the curved shapes of the flower beds also define the walkway’s connection to the larger property.
The curved arbor over the gate could hold climbing roses or other vines.
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There are lots of options for ground cover too, including grasses, creeping sedum, and creeping thyme.
Other Mediterranean features could include an herb garden, a patio made from old bricks, or a micro-orchard.
Easy Desert Borders
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Thisdesert backyardis a series of garden beds and walkways.
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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.
The cool-warm color palette of perennials is eye-catching and invokes both sun and water.
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The simple lines are accented by the clean lines of thefurniture chosen.
A stone walkway and shrubbery make this feel like a secret oasis.
The twinkle lights are also a fun touch.
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Graceful wire fence pieces create an open-air look and protect the beds from wandering pets.
Backyard Firepit
Plant native grasses around yourfirepit areafor a sense of privacy.
Plus, a fire feature creates the base for an instant seating area.
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Using waterproof furniture and cushions protects in case some rain gets through.
Mature trees provide dappled shade yet there’s plenty of sun for flowers.
This classic wooden birdhouse with a tin roof has a vintage look perfect for a rambling outdoor garden.
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The shrubs and planters add softer curving shapes for balance.
Containers of annuals can be easily moved around to change the shape or look of the space.
The container with the large fern can be moved to create space for drinks or coffee.
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Perennial Beds by the Pool
Who says you could’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.
A festive large umbrella provides some shade for this poolside oasis.
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The plants are an attractive assortment of natives and tropicals suited to this southern California climate.
The native plantings are colorful and their bushy shapes echo the trees and grasses in the distance.
Don’t have perfect grass?
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Try adding clover seed for a pollinator-friendly lawn that fills in nicely.
The seating area is delightfully stylish owing to a tasteful mix of textures and round shapes.
The yellow and red grasses with their feathery texture are an excellent choice.
The square lines and gray tones are nicely complemented by planters at a right angle.
With so many options available for furniture and plants, anoutdoor seating areacan be low maintenance by design.
Add a few small vining plants or upright potted plants in front of the fence.
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Add comfortable seating around the fireplace to encourage bonding and conversation.
Get creative with the tiles you choose for the fireplace surround for an extra personalized look.
Consider spreading perennial ground covers, rather than mulch or sod, to fill in bare areas.
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Opt for young plants rather than more mature specimens.
Bigger isn’t always better!
It’s about working with the space you have.
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Add twinkle lights, comfy seating, and plants to make the space as inviting as possible.
The most affordable jot down of landscaping is using hardscaping materials such as gravel, rocks, or stone.
These are fairly inexpensive and don’t require much maintenance.
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