15 ideas for a designer garden without the price tag

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Do you ever look at amazing gardens and wonder how you could get a similar look without the cost of hiring a landscaper? Don't we all!

That's why we've looked at some of the most beautiful gardens out there and come up with some top gardening tips for getting the look, without the designer price tag attached. 

Get ready to give your garden the professional look for less, as we reveal all…

1. Stick to a muted palette of colours

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For an upmarket and cohesive look.

2. A splash of vibrant colour

Will give that designer feel. All you need is a paintbrush and a free afternoon!

3. Even a DIY novice could knock up a basic gazebo

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But they look amazing!

4. Painting your fences

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Will transform them into something from a designer look book

5. Pressure wash your patio

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And it will look smooth, chic and high-end.

homify hint: Add a full width planter for elegant greenery.

6. Simplicity can be key

So focus you attention on getting that perfect 'cricket pitch' lawn. The rest will take care of itself!

7. If you have an eclectic streak, more is more

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Especially when it comes to a Moroccan-inspired outdoor space!

8. Invest in timeless patio furniture

For an up-to-the-minute garden style.

9. Professionally designed gardens will often have edge perfect paths

You know you can handle a project this simple.

10. Don't forget to add subtle but effective lighting

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To really up your garden's style stakes.

11. An artistic installation

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Will always make your garden look professionally landscaped.

12. A feature wall

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Will add character and authority to your outdoor haven. If you go rustic, an imperfect finish is a deliberate choice.

13. Landscape architects do love a modern water feature

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So grab one and install it yourself.

14. Segregating your garden into functional areas

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This gives a garden a properly planned feel. We think a special cooking terrace is the way to go!

15. Choose a theme you love and commit to it

This Zen garden looks so well put together!

For more garden inspiration, take a look at this Ideabook: Simple garden DIY projects to plan now and build in spring.

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