Photo of a mid-sized country backyard shaded garden for summer in Charlotte with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

The front garden gate

Brett King Builder

This is the front garden gate of the farmhouse. -Randal Bye
Expansive country garden in Philadelphia.

Encantó: Lake Winnipesaukee

Stephens Landscaping Professionals, LLC

Natural Boulders and Fieldstone Pavers
Design ideas for a large country backyard partial sun garden for summer in Manchester with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Landscape view showing natural grasses leading up to the entry.

Haver & Skolnick LLC Architects

The sweeping curve of native grasses leads to the entry. Robert Benson Photography.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country side yard full sun xeriscape for summer in New York with with lawn edging and natural stone pavers.

Lakeshore Family Luxury

Elise Fett & Associates, Ltd.

Silent A Photography The backyard features a stream that flows through the landscaping. The backyard is enjoyed at both levels of the house. There are gabled dormers with balconies that take advantage of the beautiful view on the second floor. On the first floor, the use of bi-fold doors from the dining/living spaces open onto the backyard creating a seamless flow from indoor to outdoor living.

Various

Magee Design

John C Magee
Expansive country front yard full sun driveway in DC Metro with a garden path and gravel for summer.

Williams Residence- Highland Utah

Platinum Landscape & Pools

This fire pit, surround by large salt and pepper granite boulders, is surrounded by decomposed granite gravel which sits on top of weed fabric and is compacted tight.

Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants, complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Low voltage pathway and garden lights provide nighttime ambiance. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Schwenke Project

Custom Stonescaping, LLC

This yard dealt with drainage issues. Two new dry riverbeds were installed, along with extending the gutter and installing a new walkway, stoop, pathway, boulders, stone steps, columns, plantings and mulching.

Towsley

Ventures Design

Design ideas for an expansive country front yard partial sun driveway for fall in Detroit with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Purple Door Ranch

Terralinda Design

New shed with rustic sliding barn door sits just behind this planting bed chock full of bee and hummingbird friendly plants. Photo by: Ramona d'Viola

Garden of Splendor

flora Distinctive Landscapes

Expansive country backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Aspen Residence

North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.

David O. Marlow Photography
Photo of an expansive country backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Denver with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Mountain Modern

Suman Architects

This is an example of a country garden in Denver with a water feature.

Mountaintop Modern Log Estate

Judge + Associates

Design ideas for an expansive country garden in Denver with a water feature.

Stonehouse Meadow - Early Summer

Lavish Gardens

A path through the Stonehouse Meadow, with Monarda in full bloom. Ecological landscaping
This is an example of an expansive country front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Toronto with with flowerbed and a stone fence.

Fleetwood Farm Winery

GreenWorks Landscaping, Inc.

GreenWorks Landscaping designed and installed all of the landscaping and stonework for Fleetwood Farm Winery. From expansive walkways to stone arches, pergolas, and beautiful gardens of flowers. Fleetwood Farm Winery is a gorgeous example of their landscaping and hardscaping work.

Bailey Creek Ranch

LaRue Architects

Photo Credit: Paul Bardagjy
Photo of a mid-sized country garden in Austin.

School House Road Project

Belknap Landscape Company

This is an example of an expansive country front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Boston with a retaining wall and gravel.

African Safari House

James McNeal Architecture and Design

Gate detail.
Photo of a large country front yard shaded driveway in Minneapolis with a garden path and brick pavers.

Country Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Country 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 country 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 Country Garden for Your Home

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