I need ideas for my yard. It slopes.....?

Question

We just bought our house in April & it is brand new the only thing is the back yard slopes & I have no idea what to do. We like to spend time outside & cook out. I love flowers & want a place to sit & eat. We were thinking a wooden deck or something. I will post a pic in a few min please give me some ideas! Thanks

Answer 1

http://ratemyspace.hgtv.com/snc/ViewItem...

http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/gl_design_other...

http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...

http://sugarlandprofessional-landscaping...

There are many ideas , and the slope is good for drainage, and water features.

Answer 2

If the slope is steep, you can create several  levels ...which will give you planting areas & flat areas to walk on.  

If you use a variety of materials & textures,  it'll add more interest.

This video shows how to install walkways & planting areas on an steep slope...but can also be used for a lesser slope or for creating levels for other landscaping ideas.

http://revver.com/video/529806/landscapi...

Even in a small area, you can make level changes to decrease steep slopes & make planting areas.

This wood patio &  planting area was made by digging into the hill & making one level for plants, & another level for the patio. A fence & retaining wall was used for this project:

http://www.impactlandscapes.co.uk/mediac...

Inspiring landscapes using rocks & "found" materials. You can add a gazebo for a place to sit & eat:

http://www.gardeners.com/Success+Story+L...

http://www.doityourself.com/stry/hillsid...

Video of a backyard on a slope with waterfall, pond, water feature, stream.water:

http://www.landscapingvideos.com/videos/...

Here's some more ideas for landscaping on a hillside & creating spaces for cook outs, sitting & eating (Scroll down the page):

http://john-gilbert.co.uk/2007/10/

Good luck!!!   Hope this is helpful.

Answer 3

http://images.google.com/images?q=landsc...

try this and see what may work for you