We’re going to be working on a couple different projects over the next few months–yard Before pics coming soon!–so I figured some outdoor corners would be nice springtime inspiration for all of us!

 

Not gonna lie, but I’m really not a fan of grass. It’s kind of boring and you just have to mow it constantly.  A little bit of river rock filler though?  Nicely textural and will really make the plants pop around it.  Plus I dig the ever-so-slightly overgrown look this little corner is sporting.

 

Gravel can also make for a cute patio area.  I love how they paired it with pavers here to make a more stable area for the table and chairs.  Also, did you notice the A/C unit?  I barely did.

 

Pavers, wood decking, mulch, AND gravel?  Whoa!  I love the mix though… as you may have caught on I think texture is a huge part of landscaping and this setting seems delightfully low maintenance.

 

I’m also a sucker for ponds, but I’ll never talk Matt into one in the mosquito haven that is Minnesota.  Maybe a nice little bubbling fountain to kill the standing water….

 

Or maybe a dry creek bed?  I love the look of these and they can help out with drainage in problem areas.

 

Perhaps you’ve heard of the new(ish) fad that is the She Shed?  This kind of makes me want one….  Plus, I LOVE the look of ivy, but I know it’s terrible for homes.  I might sacrifice a small shed to it though.

 

If you want another way to get your low maintenance (after it’s done anyway) texture groove on, how about an rock rug? I don’t think I’d have the patience to make one, but they are pretty swoon-worthy.