Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional front yard stone garden path in Seattle.

Recognized by a national award from the Perennial Plant Association this garden has multi-seasonal interest for entertaining and family gatherings. Grapevines over pergola provide fruit for family wine making hobby and shade. Photo by Landscape Design & Associates.

Curb Appeal

Crescent Hill Home Staging & Design LLC

Photo of a small transitional full sun side yard landscaping in Other.

Work

Inside Out

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional full sun backyard concrete paver garden path in San Francisco.

Woodland Garden

Viridia landscapes

Viridia landscapes
Photo of a transitional shade hillside stone garden path in Boston.

Urban Denver with Rustic Montana

Environmental Designs, Inc.

The plant combinations attract butterflies, have fragrance and a variety of colors. Ninety percent of the yard consists of perennials but there is plenty of space for the homeowner to add annual color every year.

Stone Path

B. Jane Gardens

Design ideas for a transitional garden path in Austin.

3 homes on a County Courthouse Square

User

The gate...
This is an example of a transitional garden path in Dallas.

A New Bethesda, MD, Residence

Muse | Kirwan Architects

The formal gardens complement the geometry of the home's wings that stretch out on either side. Maxwell MacKenzie
Photo of a large transitional full sun backyard stone landscaping in DC Metro for summer.

Wellesley Hills Residence

Inge Daniels Design LLC

The front door beckons with a thermal bluestone walkway, edged with granite cobble, and complemented with flanking beds of hosta and boxwood. Granite slab steps anchor the design. The classic front plantings features verdant evergreens complimented with the white blooms of hydrangea, viburnum, astilbe and 'alba' bleeding heart.

Stone Stairs and Wall

Terra Ferma Landscapes

The bluestone and French limestone perfectly contrast each other.
Design ideas for a huge transitional shade backyard stone garden path in San Francisco.

Northern Arlington Residence

Scott Brinitzer Design Associates

The design that we developed unified the house with the greater landscape by bringing the curved lines of the corner lot (the street curved around the property) to the design of the drive, the front entry walk and the bedlines, while repeating and extending the linearity of the house in the side terrace garden. The terrace paving pattern also linked house and garden as we continued the same paving pattern found in the center hallway in the flagstone and granite terrace. Photos taken by Roger Foley

Perennial Retreat

Design Farm Group

Meeka Van der Wal
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional full sun front yard stone garden path in New York for summer.

Ross Hilltop Retreat

Integrated Design Studio, Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional full sun backyard stone garden path in San Francisco.

Ducktrap Garden & Wildflower Meadow

Redtwig, llc

Stone stepper path with newly-planted Astilbes
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional partial sun front yard stone garden path in Portland Maine for summer.

Process

Janice Parker Landscape Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional full sun backyard stone garden path in New York for summer.

Hardscapes

Your Prime Contractor

This is an example of a large transitional full sun backyard stone garden path in Los Angeles.

Walkways

Firlit Landscape Design, Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional partial sun front yard brick landscaping in New York for summer.

Garden Design

Artistry In Plants

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional full sun backyard garden path in Raleigh for fall.

Flagstone Walkway

Amy Malter Landscape Design

Large Flagstone steppers create a nice walkway as you enter in the backyard, Moneywort and Hosta act as interesting and textured ground cover.
Design ideas for a large transitional partial sun backyard stone landscaping in Chicago for summer.

Transitional Garden Path Ideas

Whether it's a manicured front lawn, stone-paved pathway or intricate landscape design, transitional landscapes benefit from the same attention to detail that the interior of your home does. Well-executed landscaping ideas can upgrade your home's entire aesthetic, and the right plants, flowers and shrubbery can greatly enhance your curb appeal by adding color, texture and even fragrance to your yard. Before starting on your new landscape design, survey your area and make some notes; you cannot concretely consider certain landscapes decorating ideas unless you identify what kind of climate you are living in, how much you are willing to spend and how much space you have to work with. Additionally, as you browse several transitional landscape ideas and landscape pictures and make notes about the designs and landscapes that really jump out at you, keep in mind what level of ongoing maintenance is actually feasible. If you love working with plants, a large rose or vegetable garden is the perfect use of land; if you live in a hot or dry area, consider drought-tolerant landscape ideas. If you have younger kids, consider what they would enjoy as well, such as a large grassy area or a playground, swing set or pool. Think about what your family would use the most, as well as what would help boost your resale value in the long run. Lastly, when it comes to landscapes, be sure to consider different front and backyard ideas, as they are separate entities that serve two very different purposes.

What plants should I add to my transitional landscape?

When browsing landscape photos, think about curb appeal above all else; transitional landscape designs are your chance to make a great first impression. A flower garden is a great option, but if ongoing care is a concern, you can simplify the process by opting for low-maintenance succulents, bushes or hedges instead. If you don't have a green thumb, consider simple and easy-to-implement landscape design ideas, such as grass, gravel pathways, water features, statues, wood fences or stone walls.

What features should I have in my transitional garden or backyard?

While landscapes are seen as a primarily aesthetic component, there are additions you can incorporate in your transitional landscape design to make it as functional as possible. The garden can be designed for entertaining and playtime with seating, dining areas, play spaces and sunny relaxation spots. A vegetable or flower garden is a common yard staple, especially if you add an interesting element like a pergola, arbor, walkway or fence. If you’re looking for lively landscape decorating ideas, consider adding fun accessories like bird baths and feeders. For the ultimate party house, incorporate a pool and patio, or consider a deck with a fire pit, outdoor fireplace, barbecue and/or outdoor kitchen. If you're an active, sports-loving family, add a basketball or volleyball court, or set up a bocce ball or croquet area. And don't forget about furniture! A bench in a garden makes a great reading or meditation spot, while a weatherproof chaise lounge, sofa and chair are nice for soaking up those sunny days. Browse more popular ideas on Houzz