A courtyard makeover with great garden design ideas | Behind the Garden Gate

Come and explore this beautiful courtyard makeover from a bland and boring garden to a usable and inviting space filled with great garden design ideas. Join Chloe from Bean There Dug That, as you to explore this hidden gem tucked away next to a beautiful parkland. Despite its modest 67 square meter size and tricky sloping terrain, this small courtyard garden is a testament to creatively gardening in Australia with some clever innovations in landscaping. 

Nestled in the inner eastern suburbs of Melbourne, this garden showcases great garden design techniques that strike a balance between privacy and connectivity with the surrounding parkland. From the lush groundcovers like dichondra, pratia, and native violets softening the edges of the rock to the strategic placement of tall-growing plants for added privacy, every aspect of this garden has been meticulously planned and executed.

BEFORE on the left & AFTER on the right - what a difference! And the plants will soften the garden even more as they grow. 

The focal point of the garden is a stunning kidney-shaped deck that not only conceals an operational drain but also serves as a functional and inviting outdoor space. Engineered with precision, the slatted fence offers privacy from the road while maintaining a visual connection to the parkland beyond, thanks to its angled design.

Alongside the deck, a beautiful curved rammed earth wall provides seating and adds a touch of natural elegance to the space. Complemented by low-maintenance composite decking and carefully selected plantings, this garden is a harmonious blend of form and function.

As you wander through this small green oasis, you'll discover citrus trees thriving in the narrowest part of the garden, clever lighting solutions that extend usability into the evening, and even a discreet clothesline that seamlessly integrates into the design.

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See you next time!

🌿🌼 GARDEN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION:

🌱 Garden Design & Plant Selection - https://www.platylobium.com.au/
🌱 Construction, Engineering & Installation - https://atlasconcreteandlandscapes.com/
🌱 Lighting by - Gardens at Night - https://www.gan.com.au/

BEAN THERE DUG THAT:
Your go-to for gardening know-how and access to inspiring Australian gardens - Horticulturist and Garden Coach Chloe Thomson;
Website: https://www.beantheredugthat.com/
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VIDEO CREDITS:
🌱 Host: Chloe Thomson https://www.instagram.com/beantheredugthat/ 
🌱 Cinematography: Ger Hynes https://www.hynesitephotography.com 

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