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Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises
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Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises

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Banks and Slopes
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Banks and Slopes

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Beds and Borders
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Beds and Borders

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Bog Gardens
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Bog Gardens

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Edging
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Edging

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Front Yards
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Front Yards

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Ground Covers
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Ground Covers

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Hanging Baskets
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Hanging Baskets

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Hedges and Screens
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Hedges and Screens

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Pathways
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Pathways

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Patio and Containers
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Patio and Containers

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Ponds And Streams
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Ponds And Streams

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Rain Gardens
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Rain Gardens

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Small Gardens
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Small Gardens

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Underplanting Roses And Shrubs
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Underplanting Roses And Shrubs

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Walls And Fences
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Walls And Fences

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Water Gardens
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Water Gardens

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Transform Your Outdoor Space with These Landscaping Ideas

Landscaping is more than just planting flowers—it’s about turning your outdoor space into a personal retreat. Whether you want a green oasis, a cozy patio, or a striking garden, these landscape ideas will help you create it all!

Add a Wow Factor with Arbors & Pergolas

Want to make your garden look straight out of a storybook? Landscape ideas like arbors and pergolas create dreamy entrances and shady escapes while giving climbing plants a place to shine.

🌿 Best Climbers:

  • Clematis – Large, bold flowers in a rainbow of colors.
  • Climbing roses – Classic, romantic, and fragrant.
  • Wisteria – Cascading purple blooms that steal the show.

Build Show-Stopping Flower Beds & Borders

Mix up plant heights, colors, and textures to create stunning flower beds that bloom all season long. Play with layers—tall in the back, short in the front—for that lush, full look.

🌸 Top Picks:

  • Lavender – Pollinators love these vibrant purple spikes.
  • Daylilies – Low-maintenance beauties with long-lasting flowers.
  • Coneflowers – Tough, cheerful, and butterfly-friendly.

Make the Most of Slopes

Got a tricky hill? Turn it into a gorgeous feature! Landscape ideas like groundcovers prevent erosion, while terraces add levels for planting.

🌱 Great for Slopes:

  • Creeping phlox – Spreads like a colorful carpet.
  • Juniper – Hardy and evergreen for year-round coverage.
  • Creeping thyme – A drought-tolerant ground cover thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.

Define Spaces with Stylish Edging

A crisp edge between your lawn and flower beds keeps things looking neat. Landscape ideas like using bricks, stones, or a row of plants help define borders.

🌼 Best Edging Plants:

  • Coral bells – Striking, colorful, evergreen foliage for a year-round burst of color.
  • Hostas – Lush green leaves for shaded areas.
  • Boxwood – A classic, structured look.

Brighten Up with Hanging Baskets

Short on space? Hanging baskets bring instant color to patios, porches, and balconies. Mix trailing and upright plants for extra impact.

🌿 Best Hanging Plants:

  • Petunias – Tons of color in every shade imaginable.
  • Begonias – Beautiful foliage and flowers.
  • Spider plant – Great option for an indoor hanging basket with its long, arching leaves.

Turn Wet Spots into Rain Gardens

Got a soggy patch in your yard? Instead of fighting it, landscape ideas like rain gardens can transform it with moisture-loving plants.

💧 Great Choices:

Create Privacy with Hedges & Screens

Skip the boring fence! Landscape ideas like natural privacy screens can make your garden feel secluded and peaceful.

🌿 Best for Screening:

  • Arborvitae – Tall, dense, and evergreen.
  • Holly – Glossy leaves with red berries for winter color.
  • Bamboo – Adds a tropical touch and grows fast.

Go Big with Patio & Container Gardens

Even small spaces can be full of life with landscape ideas like pots and planters. Containers make it easy to move plants around and experiment with new varieties.

🌺 Best for Pots:

  • Marigold – Compact, colorful, and easy to grow.
  • Geranium – Classic blooms that love the sun.
  • Impatiens – Colorful and shade-tolerant.

Make the Most of Walls & Fences

Don’t let walls go to waste! Landscape ideas like vertical gardens, trellises, or espaliered trees turn plain surfaces into living art.

🌿 Best Climbers:

  • Jasmine – Fragrant and evergreen.
  • Honeysuckle – Hummingbird magnet with fragrant flowers.
  • Passion Flower – Exotic-looking flowers that are real show-stoppers

Add a Peaceful Vibe with Water Features

A little water goes a long way in making your garden feel calm and inviting. Landscape ideas like fountains, ponds, or even small streams create a relaxing retreat.

💦 Best Aquatic Plants:

  • Water Lilies – Elegant floating flowers.
  • Lotus – Exotic blooms with giant leaves.
  • Elephant Ears – Large, heart-shaped leaves, moisture-loving, fast-growing.

Maximize Small Gardens

Short on space? No problem! Use vertical gardening, containers, or compact plants to make every inch count.

🌱 Space-Savers:

Layer Up with Underplanting

Tuck shade-loving plants under trees or shrubs to create a lush, layered garden.

🌿 Best for Underplanting:

  • Ferns – Lush greenery for woodland vibes.
  • Lamb’s Ears – Colorful foliage in shades of red, purple, and silver.
  • Hellebores – Winter-blooming wonders.

Use Wall-Side Borders to Soften Hardscapes

Turn empty spaces along walls into lush plant havens. Go for heat- and drought-tolerant plants that thrive in tough spots.

☀️ Great Picks:

  • Agapanthus – Striking blue or white flowers.
  • Camellia – Evergreen, showy blooms, shade-tolerant, winter-flowering shrub.
  • Bluebeard – Drought-tolerant, blue flowers, aromatic foliage.

Bring Your Garden to Life with Smart Landscaping

No matter if you want a cozy patio, a wildflower retreat, or a formal garden, good landscape design matters. Play around with plants, textures, and features to create a space that’s uniquely yours.

Start Planning Your Dream Garden Today!

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