Coan Waterfront Landscape, Camano Island, WA

Lankford Associates Landscape Architects

From the street, a round rock pathway leads to a small seating area next to the water with a small fire pit. Low maintenance, drought resistant and salt tolerant plantings were used in mass and clumps. This garden has become the focus of the neighborhood with many visitors stopping and enjoying what has become a neighborhood landmark. Located on the shores of Puget Sound in Washington State. Photo by R. Scott Lankford

Coastal courtyard garden

jarmanmurphy

Steel water bowl from The Pot Company
Inspiration for a small beach style courtyard partial sun xeriscape in Dorset with with raised garden bed and gravel.

Anderson

Banyon Tree Design Studio

Boulders, custom fire pit boulder, outdoor seating, oyster shells from the farm, San Juan Island fire pit patio, Napa Valley Olive tree, vines, entertaining, hang out patio

Water Loving Creatures

Mystic Water Gardens

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with with pond and river rock.

Coastal Retreat - Somerset Contemporary Coastal Garden

GreenBird

GreenBird Gardening Ltd
Large beach style backyard full sun xeriscape in Other for summer.

Westport Cottage

Minglewood, LLC

Cottage Shrub and Perennial Garden
Design ideas for a small beach style front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Providence with a garden path.

Seaside Garden by LS+L Landscape design & Build

User

Seaside Show Garden for Country Living magazine LS+L Landscape Design & Build
This is an example of a small beach style backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in London with a garden path and decking.

California coastal

Curtis Horticulture, Inc.

Installation by Curtis Horticulture. Design by Boxleaf Design.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style backyard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with gravel.

Containers

xeristyle | exterior | design

Nicklaus Paulo of xeristyle | exterior | design
Inspiration for a beach style backyard xeriscape in Orange County with a container garden.

Parksville Patio with Natural River Rock - complete

Climate Landscaping Ltd

This great couple wanted to enhance their outdoor enjoyment. We removed their existing lawn, moved irrigation, and created a stylish black graphite paver patio with a river rock border.

Mahogany Island #4

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

Our client contracted us to design and build a functional and interesting water front project that had to be family friendly!! They wanted a cozy fire pit area that also contained a 3 piece natural rock bubbler. They also wanted a spa area with lounger space for sunbathing as well as a beach area for sandcastles and beach toy storage. No expense was spared with a custom pergola, natural rock retaining and steps as well as landscape lighting and well placed trees and shrubs. Concrete edge and aggregate beds make for a low maintenance dream yard!!

RHS Tatton Flower Show 2019

Artisan Landscapes

Inspiration for a small beach style courtyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Manchester with brick pavers.

Front Yard Landscape

Stephanie D Poole

The seating area is located near the sidewalk and the bocce ball court driveway for convenient socializing. The African Tulip Tree will eventually provide shade to the seating area.

Xeriscape Garden, Jungle Forest Garden, Vegetable Garden & Subtropical Garden

Roland Oehme Landscape Architecture

This is an urban single family home situated on a narrow lot that is about 1/8 of an acre and is only 2 blocks from the Pacific Ocean. I designed a completely new garden and installed everything along with the client’s help. The garden I designed consisted of an ornamental grass garden, a xeriscape garden with decomposed granite mounds, fruit trees and shrubs located throughout, a jungle forest garden, and raised brick vegetable beds in the rear. Previously, there was a wood deck covering almost the entire property that was removed by the owner. We installed root guard around all of the walkways. I installed the raised brick vegetable beds and walkways around the vegetable beds. Many of the plants were chosen to provide food and habitat for pollinators as well. Dozens of fruiting plants were located in the garden. So, it is called the “Garden of Eatin”. Landscape design and photo by Roland Oehme

Padaro Lane

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

Stepstone pavers in the sand leading to the Pacific Ocean. We love the mix of modern and natural materials.
Design ideas for a small beach style backyard full sun xeriscape in Santa Barbara with a fire feature and concrete pavers.

Natural Eclectic Garden

Revolution Landscape

Photo of a mid-sized beach style backyard full sun xeriscape for winter in San Diego with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

SK ARBORS & GATES

Ninzan Studio, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style side yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Tampa with a garden path, concrete pavers and a wood fence.

Cayucos Beach House

Jacklyn Curry Design

Locally collected driftwood was used to define planting areas and as a sculptural element. (c) 2017 Jacklyn Curry Design
Photo of a small beach style front yard full sun xeriscape in Other with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Cottage Garden, Aptos

Elemental Design Group

This coastal garden is a vibrant oasis of sustainable beauty. It features a welcoming wood entry deck that serves as a charming focal point and offers a seamless transition from the indoors to the outdoors. The garden showcases an array of colorful drought-tolerant perennials, thoughtfully chosen not only for their vibrant blooms but also for their ability to attract and nourish local pollinators.

San Diego Mediterranean Outdoor Living

Sills Landscape Design

This is an example of a large beach style sloped full sun xeriscape for spring in San Diego with with flowerbed and natural stone pavers.

Beach Style Xeriscape Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Beach Style 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 beach style 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 Beach Style Garden for Your Home

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