Garden Landscape DesignsGarden landscape designs are those areas in your overall landscape design where you want to grow something special. Maybe you’ve allocated a specific place for a flower garden in your front yard, or you’d like a shady perennial garden under a large tree, or you’d like to add a few plants to your patio. Let’s talk about the garden landscape designs that are available to you, and some tips as to how to best orchestrate your design.
Raised Bed Vegetable GardeningThis is the area that I would consider to be the traditional garden where most vegetables are grown. I prefer a design that’s a little less traditional than the standard rectangle. Follow the link above to find out about some ideas that I have for these garden landscape designs, and how I’ve incorporated my own garden into a less traditional design that flows better with my landscape. A raised bed vegetable garden can be easily attained in your own yard with the help of a pre-constructed form assembled by you. See how Scenery Solutions (opens new window) makes this possible.
Border GardenThese garden plans are usually designated for a small space, that may be somewhat difficult to plant because of it’s location or because of certain nuances about the site that need to be taken into consideration. A border garden can also be a fun area to do some planting and get a little creative depending on how you look at the space. Follow this link for more information on working with a border garden, and landscaping plants that make work well for you.
Flower Garden DesignA flower garden can make a huge impact in your landscape, and can be quite the show stopper if you plan it right! It’s important to make sure that the colors of the flowers are complimentary, and the height of the plants once fully grown have been taken into consideration. Follow this link for more information on these garden landscape designs that you can use in your landscape, and what things to consider prior to planting.
Planning a Perennial GardenIf you’ve had a chance to look through this website at all, you know that I’m a huge fan of perennial plants! I just love the yearly return feature of these beauties, even if their blooming periods are not as long lasting as annual flowers. Planning a perennial garden takes a bit of preparation, and there are some important things to consider before planting. Follow the link above to learn more about planning a perennial garden and how to make sure that you get years of satisfaction from your planting today.
Container Flower GardenAre you short on space, or do you want to spruce up an entrance way or a patio? Perhaps you’re looking to plant herbs and spices in a hanging basket, or are looking for ideas on indoor gardening during the long winter months. Follow the link above for ideas on planting a container flower garden to help get you started. Already know what you want the finished product to look like? Take a look at the pots and planters (opens new window) available from Outdoor Decor.
Childrens GardenI think this is such a fabulous way for you to engage your kids (or nieces or nephews) in an activity that you enjoy while spending some fun time outside! Follow this link to get some ideas for encouraging your child’s natural curiosity, while teaching them a skill, or hobby, that they may take with them for the rest of their lives.
Backyard Pond LandscapingI have never built one myself, nor do I have one in my yard. My cousin has a garden pond in his yard, and I believe that it has been a bit more work than he anticipated when he first bought his house (he wasn't the original installer, but he ended up dimantling it and putting it back together to fix a leak). Backyard pond landscaping is an extensive project, as is maintaining one. Follow the link above to learn more about the process, and whether or not the installation of such a garden is a good option for you. Or, if you're already convinced that this is a feature you'd like to install in your landscape, check out the Natural Water Gardens (opens new window) available from Clearwater Landscapes. This company really knows the business of water garden installation, and has all of the products that you'll need to create your dream!
Free Garden PlansPlease bear with me on this. I am still in the process of developing this website, however I fully intend to have at least one sample design available to my visitors for each of the above listed gardens. I’m working as fast as I can to make this available to you. In the meantime, please subscribe to my blog in the lower left hand corner, so that you can receive notification as new information is added to this site.
I certainly hope that one of the garden landscape designs described above appeal to you, and are beneficial to you as you develop your overall landscaping design. Landscaping is one of those activities that you continue to enjoy long after the project is complete. If you love to garden as much as I do, you not only get enjoyment from working in the soil, but the satisfaction that comes from a project that you’ve completed yourself. And if you’ve planned your design well, you will reap the benefits of your labor long after you’ve finished. Garden landscape designs are especiially wonderful when they are completed FOR you! Starting with a professionally developed design can provide you with a nice solid starting base. As long as the design features include elements that you are able to complete yourself, the finish product can look just as professional as if you had hired a landscaper. One online company that I found that provides this service can be found at Online Landscape Design (opens new window). While I have not yet ordered a design from this company myself, the owner has been very pleasant and responsive to my questions. The company has a great deal of experience in creating garden landscape designs, and specializes in unique features such as backyard pond landscaping (see link referenced above). One tip that my mom gave me that I’d like to pass along, is to take pictures of your landscape every year. It’s helpful to have a running tab of your progress when you feel discouraged and start focusing on what you HAVEN’T done instead of what you HAVE done. Also, try to take pictures of your flowers as they’re in bloom. It’s nice to have those memories during cold or gloomy weather to help keep you focused on what’s to come! As always, happy gardening!!
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