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Zilker Native Chic

Native Edge Landscape

his yard was transformed from a bland bilder basic to a fun and lush xeriscaped entry way. To make the yard feel bigger, we removed the driveway and used gravel from end to end, creating an open, borderless planting and patio space across the entire front yard. For extra security and privacy, a fence was added along the front, which features an automatic gate for easy use as they come and go. With the limestone facade being one of the customers least favorite features of the house, we planted fig ivy vines to grow and cover it.

Lakeside Townhouse

Botalia Designs

Natalia Lopez de la Cruz

Stonehouse Meadow - Late Fall

Lavish Gardens

Seedbeds and ornamental grasses catching the glow of the morning sunrise.

San Carlos Cottage Garden

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

Milford, CT, Petite front yard

Gardens by Design of Connecticut, LLC

This carefully planned front yard in the Bayview shore neighborhood contains a mix of color, texture and form, all in a tiny space. It is very low-maintenance and pleasing from both inside the house and from the street year-round.

Home Garden

Fairley Trees & Landscapes

Geranium has folowered all summer following patterns of drought and downpour

Copper Rain Chains

Monarch Rain Chains

Copper Lotus Rain Chain in Green Patina- 8.5 feet

Moraga Gardening Oasis

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

Steve Lambert Karley Rose Fountain Grass

Romantic flowers

Trout Lily Garden Design

A Laissez-faire La Selva Beach Walk

·ecology by design, LLC

The best compliment I have ever gotten is: "You saved our marriage." This is why today I sometimes call it "Landscape Therapy," because you can spout out everything you want, and I will help you find solutions. You can leave the decisions to me.

West Coast Living

Sweet Smiling Landscapes

Tired of freezing bleak winters, this client decided to split her time between Michigan and Southern California. She bought this bright, airy home that epitomizes West Coast living, but the prior owner had not done anything to maintain the garden in many years. The grounds were filled with poorly placed and sickly-looking plants. The new homeowner wanted her garden to be a respite from subzero temperatures, filled year-round with flowers. Deciding what to keep, what to move and what to add, we came up with a plant pallet full of California and Mexico natives, and lots of succulents as well. We added over 1000 plants, filling this property with lush, year-round color that is undeniably Southern Californian.

Cottage Garden Raised Garden Beds

User

Installation of recycled NZ railway sleepers as garden edging. Fresh Garden Mix was installed to boost the overall height and also offer new planting opportunities in the future.

Camelot

CMHP Design, LLC

Stone column is made of Apache brown fieldstone. Photo and landscape design by Carissa Hood-Pope

Patios

Tabor Group Landscape

Alyssa Lee Photography

Villa in Versilia

Arch. Cecilia Bianchini

Cosy Nest for Someone Special Ranch Style

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Suzanne Wilkerson

Front Entrance Renovation

Specialty Gardens

Paul Kiefer, Specialty Gardens LLC

Zilker Native Chic

Native Edge Landscape

San Carlos Cottage Garden

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

Shabby-Chic Style Front Yard Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Shabby-Chic Style Gardens on Houzz

A lot of the time when you get home from a long day at work, all you want to do is wind down. Where better to do this than in your very own shabby-chic style garden at home? If you do it right, a great garden design can send you right into holiday mode. But where to start? There’s so many styles to choose from when it comes to garden design. Whether you want to create a tropical, modern, contemporary, beach style or country garden - or something else entirely - the large garden image gallery on Houzz has got you covered. Get inspired and collect your ideas to narrow down your desired garden style and features.

How to Create a Shabby-Chic Style Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a shabby-chic style garden and if it’s appropriate for your climate. You may want to consider adding a deck or other landscaping features, but the plants you choose will mostly dictate your style and what kind of ongoing maintenance is required. Don’t worry if your backyard isn’t very spacious - there are many plants that can thrive even in a small space and allow you to turn your space into a little paradise of your own, regardless of size.

Decide which plants to use

The greenery you choose is critical to your look. For example, if you’re trying to create a tropical garden palm trees and bamboo are your go-to options. Other popular options are golden cane palm trees and fern for ground cover. From there you can add some colour with bright flowers like frangipani, hibiscus or bromeliads. All these are actually quite hardy plants, so once established, your tropical garden is actually quite easy to maintain. Use this structure and apply it to your style. Research which plants you need to set your base for a shabby-chic style garden and go from there.

Add some decor

If the plants don’t quite do it for you yet, or if you want to add some extra wow-factor, consider adding some extra features. Even if you can’t accommodate a swimming pool, hot tub or pond, you could look at smaller water features. Simple rocks can also have a great effect, while statues and gnomes will add some extra character. Don’t forget to add some furniture so you have a nice place to sit and enjoy your garden!

Need some help?

Once you know what you want your garden to look like, it may be hard to make it a reality on your own. If that is the case for you, consider consulting a professional to help you with your shabby-chic style garden design. Every photo you find on Houzz will lead you to the local pro that did the job, so you won’t have a problem picking the perfect person to help! Whether you need a gardener in Brisbane, a landscape architect in Melbourne or a fireplace installer in Sydney, you can be sure to find one on Houzz.