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Lush Shade Garden With Fern-Bordered Pond and Streams

From: J.R. Kramer

Pass through the bamboo fence and find your way along flagstone-studded gravel paths in this enchanting backyard retreat, where falling water cascades into a lily-pad-studded koi pond and the wind whispers through lush native trees and ferns.

Pond and Lily Pads

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Pond With Lily Pads

This backyard's pond is a haven for frogs and homeowners alike. Lily pads decorate the surface and the gravel path passes right by.

Ferns and Stream

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Fern Garden and Stream

Nature is beautifully in charge in this backyard, where ferns and all manner of green things crowd around a trickling stream.

Purple Flower in Pond

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Pond With Purple Flower

This backyard's water garden adds happy blooms to the outdoor display.

Path and Fern Border

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Stone Path and Fern Border

Just follow the ferns in this wonderful garden. They surround the gravel-and-stone path with soft, inviting green.

Bamboo Gate

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Bamboo Gate and Fence

Love leads the way into this wonderful garden where a bamboo fence and gate are just the beginning of the charming details.

Steps and Stone Path

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Porch Steps and Stone Path

A stone-and-gravel path waits at the bottom of the porch steps like a tour guide, ready to take homeowners and their guests all around the backyard's beautiful gardens.

Stone Path and Stream

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Stone Path Over Stream

This home's backyard has many magical places to explore. Follow the path through ferns and under trees, over streams and into the garden.

Garden With Large Stone Path

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Garden With Large Stone Walkway

For this garden's walkway, designers started with a gravel foundation, then added large stepping stones on top. The combination is a pretty blend of textures and scale.

Path and Ferns

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Gravel Path and Ferns

An enchanting gravel foot path wends its way amidst ferns and lush bamboo.

Garden and Rustic Bench

Photo: Patrick Brickman. From: J.R. Kramer

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Garden With Rustic Bench

This corner bench is surrounded by a screen of green leaves, a beautiful place to hide out for awhile.

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