Design ideas for an asian front yard xeriscape in San Diego with a wood fence.

This Japanese garden was designed to portray a scene of mountains and rivers. Sand gravel raked into a particular pattern is meant to symbolize the river, while rocks placed on the sand symbolize mountains.

Contemporary by the Lake with a Japanese Feel

Zone4 Landscapes Ltd.

This is an example of a large asian backyard partial sun xeriscape in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Larchmont

CARL BALTON + ASSOCIATES

Design ideas for a mid-sized asian backyard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with a water feature and gravel.

De Kesel-Lams

Mscape Design

Asian front yard xeriscape in San Francisco with a retaining wall and river rock.

Willow Glen Modern Zen Garden

Golden Roots Landscape

This modern interpretation of a zen garden was created to replace a water-hungry lawn. Succulents and other drought tolerant plants will soften the transition of the linear concrete and gravel patio into the existing stack stone raised planting areas. A deck and pergola add a shaded dining area in the hot afternoon sun.

Asian Inspired Garden

DREAMSCAPES Landscape and Design

Photo of a small asian backyard xeriscape in Seattle with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Tiny But Tranquil: A Re-Imagined Urban Small Space

Garden of Ease Landscaping & Design

Zen-influenced tranquility pond acts to sooth. Small and tranquil, this urban space makes use of the limited area to create a spa-like flow.
Design ideas for a small asian side yard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Дизайн участка 10 соток - газон и миксбордер.

Ландшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой

Ландшафтный дизайн участка 10 соток - центральное местов саду занимает газон. Слева - миксбордер вдоль здания бассейна. Вдали - подпорные стенки террасы у дома. Автор проекта: Алена Арсеньева. Реализация проекта и ведение работ - Владимир Чичмарь

Artful Outdoor Living - Sue Oda Landscape Archtitect

ilumus, llc.

Drought tolerant garden with a Japanese feel.
Photo of a mid-sized asian front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in San Francisco with natural stone pavers.

Hirt Residence Putting Green Design

User

Completed putting green project.
Mid-sized asian backyard partial sun xeriscape in San Diego.

Niagara Street

LAND BY DESIGN

Diagonal Trex decking is used here in a narrow side yard to give the appearance of greater width to the space. A statue of Buddha and a pagoda are backed by naturalistic bamboo to add to the Asian inspired / zen ambiance of the design of the deck / patio.

California Zen

Susan Friedman Landscape Architecture

This zen garden is a blend of California drought tolerant plants with Asian elements such as pagoda and Buddha statues, a dry gravel bed with boulder accents and shade arbor.

Oriental Garden and Space - Helotes

VHS Landscaping

Landscape and Photos done by VHS Landscaping in San Antonio. Oriental themed garden and living space. Shadow rock beds with decorative rock lining. Beds are accompanied by a large array of hearty plants, Buddha/Monk themed installations, with a large Ong collector. See more of our projects on VHSLandscaping.com

The Karesansui

Southern Design & Build

Design ideas for an asian backyard shaded xeriscape for summer in Dallas with a garden path, river rock and a stone fence.

Shipyard Garden

Seoane Landscape Design

Inspiration for a large asian backyard partial sun xeriscape in Boston with with waterfall.

Front Yard Zen

PLdesigns

Simple zen front yard with floating steps.
Design ideas for a small asian front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Los Angeles with with privacy feature, concrete pavers and a wood fence.

FInnb

Superior Fence Co of San Antonio

Inspiration for a small asian backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with a garden path and mulch.

Ландшафтный дизайн маленького участка - ландшафтная композиция.

Ландшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой

Ландшафтная композиция перед зданием бассейна играет в проекте дизайна участка важную роль. Высокие фонтаны злаковых трав контрастируют с мощной фактурой можжевельника виргинского Grey Owl, в необычной форме с поднятым вертикально побегом, что позволило так необычно развиваться декоративному хвойному кустарнику. Автор проекта: Алена Арсеньева. Реализация проекта и ведение работ - Владимир Чичмарь

Contemporary by the Lake with a Japanese Feel

Zone4 Landscapes Ltd.

Photo of a large asian backyard partial sun xeriscape in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Asian Xeriscape Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Asian Gardens on Houzz

A lot of the time when you get home from a long day at work, all you want to do is wind down. Where better to do this than in your very own Asian garden at home? If you do it right, a great garden design can send you right into holiday mode. But where to start? There’s so many styles to choose from when it comes to garden design. Whether you want to create a tropical, modern, contemporary, beach style or country garden - or something else entirely - the large garden image gallery on Houzz has got you covered. Get inspired and collect your ideas to narrow down your desired garden style and features.

How to Create an Asian Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes an Asian garden and if it’s appropriate for your climate. You may want to consider adding a deck or other landscaping features, but the plants you choose will mostly dictate your style and what kind of ongoing maintenance is required. Don’t worry if your backyard isn’t very spacious - there are many plants that can thrive even in a small space and allow you to turn your space into a little paradise of your own, regardless of size.

Decide which plants to use

The greenery you choose is critical to your look. For example, if you’re trying to create a tropical garden palm trees and bamboo are your go-to options. Other popular options are golden cane palm trees and fern for ground cover. From there you can add some colour with bright flowers like frangipani, hibiscus or bromeliads. All these are actually quite hardy plants, so once established, your tropical garden is actually quite easy to maintain. Use this structure and apply it to your style. Research which plants you need to set your base for an Asian garden and go from there.

Add some decor

If the plants don’t quite do it for you yet, or if you want to add some extra wow-factor, consider adding some extra features. Even if you can’t accommodate a swimming pool, hot tub or pond, you could look at smaller water features. Simple rocks can also have a great effect, while statues and gnomes will add some extra character. Don’t forget to add some furniture so you have a nice place to sit and enjoy your garden!

Need some help?

Once you know what you want your garden to look like, it may be hard to make it a reality on your own. If that is the case for you, consider consulting a professional to help you with your Asian garden design. Every photo you find on Houzz will lead you to the local pro that did the job, so you won’t have a problem picking the perfect person to help! Whether you need a gardener in Brisbane, a landscape architect in Melbourne or a fireplace installer in Sydney, you can be sure to find one on Houzz.