This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Perth with a garden path and decking.

Meditation Garden

Ross Land Studio

An unused area of lawn has been repurposed as a meditation garden. The meandering path of limestone step stones weaves through a birch grove. The matrix planting of carex grasses is interspersed with flowering natives throughout the season. Fall is spectacular with the blooming of aromatic asters.

Driveway, Front Yard and Backyard Landscaping

Neave Group Outdoor Solutions

Neave Group Outdoor Solutions
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard full sun driveway in New York with a garden path and gravel.

Woodland Garden- Los Feliz

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Decomposed Granite path between Giant Sequoias leads to repurposed, reshaped and stained rear concrete slab. Micro-climate appropriate plants complete the picture. Photo by Ketti Kupper.

Front Yard Curb Appeal - Huntingtown

LiveWell Outdoors

New walkway using Belgard Urbana pavers with a Dublin Rectangle border. The inlay was made using Mega Arbel. The photo is by CMWheelock Photography.

Pocket Garden

James R. Salomon Photography

James R. Salomon Photography
Inspiration for a traditional backyard shaded garden in Portland Maine with a garden path.

Beautiful Gardens

Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard garden in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Secret Gardens

Oliver Design Associates

Mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with a garden path and concrete pavers for spring.

Chiltern Estate

The Garden Design Company

The tranquility of the bog garden
Design ideas for an expansive country backyard partial sun garden for summer in Berkshire with a garden path and decking.

Large Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames

Belderbos Landscapes

Inspiration for a traditional backyard partial sun garden in London with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Circular Garden

Green Tree Garden Design Ltd

Our client’s garden was bereft of any interest, other than a large shed at the end of the garden, and a small patio outside the house. An unattractive stand of conifers dominated one side of the garden, and overpowered the space. These two areas were linked using a bold design of interlinking circles, with a cobbled path snaking its’ way down the garden to create a feeling of greater width and depth. A dry stone wall sets off the patio, and frames the entrance into the main part of the garden. A feature pot is set on a plinth at the bottom end of the garden, where it is visible from the house. The planting is colourful and interesting, with box balls used to reinforce the circular theme. The conifers have been removed and replaced with attractive ornamental trees that will provide more year round interest

Lexington Residence

Sudbury Design Group

Richard Mandelkorn Photography
This is an example of a large traditional backyard partial sun garden in Boston with brick pavers and a garden path.

Coastside Retreat

Zeterre Landscape Architecture

Flagstone path with Armeria, Lavender, Dymondia and Fortnight Lily
Mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Burns Avenue

Stride Studios

William Ripley, APLD The arbor is stained a traditional color for this formal space which keeps the garden sophisticated and tailored while accentuating the other shades of green in the plants. This color looks black, but is actually considered "Charleston Green." Here's a little info I found on the color, " http://www.southernliving.com/home-garden/decorating/classic-paint-colors-00417000077685/page5.html"

Plant Combinations - Northern California Gardens

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

The soft green foliage of the Breath of Heaven (Coleonema) is lovely combined with the Chinese Fringe Flower (Loropetalum). A beautiful contrast of leaf colors and textures. Design and Photo: Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Deerfield Residence Landscape Design

Arrow. Land + Structures

Arrow. Land + Structures. Marco Romani, RLA. Landscape Architect
Photo of a traditional backyard shaded garden in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Balinese Paradise

Magic Garden Dreams

Balinese style water garden including a pond less waterfall and 18’ stream, crossed by a custom made wooden bridge and stone mosaic pathway. 12’ x 16’ Pergola custom built to enjoy the sound of the running water.

Small town garden no lawn

Amanda Shipman

Amanda Shipman
Photo of a small contemporary backyard partial sun garden for summer in Hertfordshire with a garden path and brick pavers.

Walkways

Accent Landscapes

Flagstone slabs create a winding path through dense plantings.
Photo of a large eclectic backyard shaded xeriscape for fall in Denver with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Beach Style Landscape

Beach style backyard full sun xeriscape in Toronto with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Backyard Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

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.