The side walkway to the pool passes through native Mulenbergia Rigens, or deer grass. photo- Marion Brenner
Design ideas for an expansive and australian native mediterranean side yard garden in San Francisco with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Wine Country Retreat

Andrew Mann Architecture

Matthew Millman
Inspiration for a large and australian native transitional garden in San Francisco with a garden path.

Sunnymeade

Ocean Road Landscaping

This landscape garden won the 2014 Landscape Victoria Awards for “Plants In the Landscape”. With its natural Stingy Bark twisted trees, the design highlights and enhances these beautiful sculptural trees. The plants are the landscape, attracting wildlife and frogs, with evidence of children climbing and playing in this space. The use of north facing sun has been harnessed in the court yard close to the house, offering a completely different micro-climate, and protection from the southerly breeze. This landscape garden was in the Open Gardens Australia for a special twilight event in January 2014 & 2015. With features such as decking, stonewalls and plantings that are drought hardy and indigenous. Monies raised from these garden openings were donated to the Anglesea CFA. Plants in Landscape Award –Landscape Victoria Judge, Bryan Rankin- Lifetime Member said… “WOW! This is an exceptional garden. The plants in this garden are the landscape. The existing trees have been made features in the overall landscape, and new plantings have been done to compliment and further highlight the existing trees. The use of native plants in a structured manner has worked really well, and the retention of an undisturbed strip of indigenous vegetation has been sensitively incorporated into the landscape. It was also great to see that this was a space that was explored and utilised by the whole family.” Extra information Design by Sinatra Murphy and Peter Shaw Photo by Caitlin Mills

MIFGS 2015

Acre

Brooke Holm
Small and australian native contemporary courtyard formal garden in Other with decking.

Cottesloe Residence - Courtyard

DGK Architects

The courtyard of the house was based off the old industrial marine boatyards, with exposed brickwork and small square glazed panels. Over the generations, they were often patched and repaired with different glass panels, resulting in variance in colour and transparency. The steel framed doors open into the sunken courtyard that not only allowed for privacy but giving opportunity to create intrigue by way of light and shadow, dimension, and reflection - through lighting, materiality, wall openings and a water feature. – DGK Architects

Natural Swimming Pools

Phillip Johnson Landscapes

A beautiful natural plunge pool creating with waterfall, plan filtration system and area to sit and Australian native plants. Our signature unique pool fencing sets off this small space beautifully.

Hampton inspired small acreage

Huber Outdoor Design and Construction

Hampton inspired landscape - stage 1 - PVC fence
Photo of a large and australian native front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Brisbane with a retaining wall, concrete pavers and a vinyl fence.

Telopea

SDA Architects

Mid-sized and australian native modern backyard full sun formal garden in Sydney with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a metal fence for spring.

Corten Steel Planters

Conscious Environments Inc.

A custom corten steel planter runs parallel with stacked stone wall.
Design ideas for a large and australian native transitional backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Orange County with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Mar Vista CA Native Garden

Urbafloria

In the front yard we planted a Pinneapple Guava tree, which bears delicious fruit in the Fall and is a great option for a fruiting tree in a water wise garden. It also has edible flowers and is evergreen. The California native grasses have nice movement in the breeze that consistently blows here. This garden attracts butterflies and birds.

A Stunning Contrast Between Stone & Nature

New Vision Co.

Our wonderful clients in Cobbitty wanted a natural, rustic landscape with still leaving a lot of room for grassed areas for a young growing family. We created spaces which involved stackstone garden beds, sandstone retaining walls and for gardens inbetween that was filled with edible herbs & cottage style plants with Australian native plants along the side of the house and Sir Walter Buffalo bringing it all come together with the final touches.

Hunters Hill | Heritage

SDA Architects

Large and australian native traditional front yard full sun formal garden in Sydney with a retaining wall, natural stone pavers and a stone fence for spring.

Front Yard needing to be retained

New Vision Co.

Australian Native Gardens filled with mulch. We installed irrigation throughout the yard, this heaps maintain the space without having to worry about when to water the grass and gardens.

Fitzroy Renovation

DE atelier Architects

side yard that connects the main living area and the study. Area of grass with plants edging around it with the fence behind for privacy.
Inspiration for a small and australian native side yard full sun formal garden in Geelong with with privacy feature, decking and a wood fence.

Hampton inspired small acreage

Huber Outdoor Design and Construction

Hampton inspired landscape - stage 1
Large and australian native front yard full sun formal garden in Other with a retaining wall, concrete pavers and a vinyl fence for summer.

MIFGS 2015

Acre

Brooke Holm
Photo of a small and australian native contemporary courtyard garden in Other.

Hampton inspired small acreage

Huber Outdoor Design and Construction

Hampton inspired landscape - stage 1 - In progress
Design ideas for a large and australian native front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Brisbane with a retaining wall, concrete pavers and a vinyl fence.

MIFGS 2015

Acre

Brooke Holm
Small and australian native contemporary courtyard garden in Other.

Hunters Hill | Heritage

SDA Architects

Photo of a large and australian native traditional front yard full sun formal garden for spring in Sydney with a retaining wall, natural stone pavers and a stone fence.

Hunters Hill | Heritage

SDA Architects

Photo of a large and australian native traditional front yard full sun formal garden for spring in Sydney with a retaining wall, natural stone pavers and a stone fence.

Australian Native Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by 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 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 a Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a 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 a 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 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.