7. Stone and Rock Garden Wall Ideas

If you want a garden wall that blends in rather than contrasts with your landscaping plants, a stone or rock wall is likely your best option. Sandstone is an especially good material for a drystone wall that lends the perfect amount of rough, natural texture to your yard design.

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Stacked layers aren’t your only option, either. Line up large stones to create a makeshift support wall bordering your driveway, patio, or garden bed. While labor-intensive, the final product is the closest to a natural retaining wall you can get.

Introduce moss or spreading vegetation to your stone wall for an even more organic look. If you don’t want to fill the gaps in your garden wall with soil, you can plant trailing vines on top for a similar effect.

8. Garden Wall Fence Ideas

When it comes to garden wall examples, we usually think of supportive retaining walls. Yet, swapping out a traditional wooden fence for a small stone wall is a great way to divide your outdoor space.

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You can install a garden wall anywhere you’d place a fence or hedge. A stone wall is an excellent way to section off your front yard without harming your home’s curb appeal. Brick walls work particularly well with cottage, Tudor, and Victorian-style architecture.

Use garden walls along the edge of your backyard patio or terrace. Short stone walls offer just enough division from the rest of your yard or garden without making the space feel constrictive.

Don’t miss the chance to install lanterns, planters, and other decor elements on your border walls. If your garden walls butt up against a sidewalk, walkway, or poured concrete patio, save space on the opposite side for a small garden bed.