Farmhouse Backyard Design Ideas
A farmhouse backyard combines the charming rural simplicity that blends productive gardening with beautiful design with a space designed for homeowners with families.
A backyard typically features lawn area, patio, garden beds, possibly a pool. Balance between entertaining, play space, and garden areas. When designed in the farmhouse style, these elements get elevated with white, sage green, natural wood, muted pastels and materials like whitewashed wood, galvanized metal, stone, brick.
Key Design Elements
Style Elements
- ✓ White picket fence or farm gate
- ✓ Raised vegetable beds
- ✓ Potting bench or garden shed
- ✓ Porch swing or rocking chairs
Colors & Materials
- Colors: white, sage green, natural wood, muted pastels
- Materials: whitewashed wood, galvanized metal, stone, brick
- Plants: hydrangeas, sunflowers, lavender, herbs, fruit trees
Design Tip for Your Backyard
Mix ornamental and edible plants together for an authentic farmhouse feel. Lavender borders, herb spirals, and fruit trees are both beautiful and functional.
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