40 Modern Garden Ideas with Bushes in Front of House

Last updated on September 7, 2024

Check out these garden ideas to transform your front yard into a modern oasis with creative shrub bushes that add style and curb appeal.

Modern gardens, anyone? Think you’ve seen it all? Hold onto your watering cans—I’ve got some bush-tastic ideas that’ll turn your front yard from drab to fab.

It’s time to break up with boring. Let’s get creative with bushes and bring a modern twist to your home’s curb appeal. Ready, set, garden!

Geometric Hedge Designs

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Transform your yard into a living work of art with sharp-angled boxwoods and privet hedges.

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These structured shapes bring an air of contemporary sculpture right to your doorstep.

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They can provide a stunning contrast with the natural flow of the surrounding garden.

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Bonus: they’re like bonsai on steroids—just less stressful.

Mixed-height Layered Shrubs

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Layering shrubs of different heights adds depth and dimension.

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It creates a dynamic visual interest that evolves as you move around the garden.

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Shorter bushes in the front with taller ones behind create a natural, cascading effect.

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This approach provides year-round structure and color to your home’s façade.

Ornamental Grasses and Bush Combos

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Soft, wispy grasses mixed with structured bushes create a stunning contrast.

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They bring a dynamic texture to the garden, making it feel alive.

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This combo can handle a bit of neglect, perfect for those with a brown thumb.

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Plus, the movement of grasses in the wind adds a whimsical touch.

Evergreen Boxwood Borders

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Evergreens are the classic wingmen of garden design.

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These trusty boxwoods create clean, crisp borders that scream sophistication without even trying (they’re cool like that).

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They stay green year-round, making neighbors green with envy.

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Perfect for framing paths or defining garden beds, boxwoods add structure with tidy, well-organized charm.

Flowering Shrub Clusters

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Clusters of blooming shrubs can transform your front yard into a vibrant spectacle.

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Imagine bursts of color greeting you each day.

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These clusters attract butterflies and bees, adding life to your garden.

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Plus, they offer seasonal variety, ensuring year-round beauty.

Low-maintenance Native Bushes

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Imagine your front yard looking fabulous with minimal effort.

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Native bushes thrive with little care, blending perfectly with the surroundings.

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They adapt to local conditions, reducing the need for water and pesticides.

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Plus, they attract local wildlife, making your garden a natural haven.

Privacy Screens With Tall Bushes

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Tall bushes are like friendly bouncers for your front yard.

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They create a lush barrier, giving you and your family the gift of extra seclusion.

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Think verdant fortresses that are both beautiful and functional.

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They add height, drama, and a touch of green mystery, all while keeping prying eyes at bay.

Espaliered Shrubs On Facade

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Espaliered shrubs bring an artistic touch by training your plants to grow flat against the house, creating stunning living murals.

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They maximize vertical space and add a touch of old-world European charm.

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Imagine a leafy, textured canvas right on your wall!

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It’s perfect for those who adore structure but love greenery even more.

Fragrant Shrub Pathways

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Imagine stepping outside and being instantly swathed in the sweet embrace of lilac or jasmine.

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A path bordered by these olfactory wonders not only looks inviting but smells sensational.

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Picture guests being guided by their noses (and complimenting you all the way!).

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Fragrant shrubs make every trip down your garden path a delightful sensory journey.

Edible Berry Bushes

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Imagine plucking fresh berries right from your front garden—zero grocery runs needed!

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Edible bushes offer both aesthetic beauty and delicious rewards.

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Blueberry, raspberry, or currant bushes create a vibrant, nutrient-rich display.

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Your taste buds and your garden will thank you.

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