Front Yard Garden Landscaping Ideas Grow a variety of ornamental grasses, shrubs and flowers so you’ll have interesting colors and textures all year long. Use plants of different heights, but don't put large-growing plants in front of windows. Try a garden design that spaces plants as shown on their tags, so they won’t become crowded. To save money, start a flower bed from seeds, or divide existing perennials and replant them around your yard. Look for deals on healthy shrubs, plants and garden