Photo of a mid-sized and desert look side yard partial sun xeriscape in Phoenix with brick pavers.

The design of the landscape and patio for a residence in Santa Fe, NM. The large rock sculpture at left serves to punctuate the entrance to the courtyard. Large Colorado flagstone is used for the stepping stones and for the patio. Photo Credits: Fred Albert

Shadow Lake

Showcase Landscape & Irrigation

Large and desert look backyard partial sun xeriscape in Denver with natural stone pavers.

Connie S.

Sills Landscape Design

This is an example of a mid-sized and desert look transitional front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Diego with river rock.

Southwestern Front Yard Landscape - Mesa, AZ

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

A mesquite tree is the focal point of the new front yard landscape. Photo by Ginkgo Leaf Studio
Design ideas for a mid-sized and desert look front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Milwaukee with concrete pavers.

Xerigardens

Greenbee Landscape, Inc.

These are some of our design and build landscapes with sustainable, eco-friendly design practices in mind. Many of these were Cash for Grass rebate customers or Waterwise Conversion programs where money was awarded through local water districts and agencies.

Piper Place, Yorba Linda

Solscapes

Design ideas for a mid-sized and desert look front yard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with gravel.

Southwestern Landscape

Design ideas for a desert look garden in Phoenix.

Bighorn Palm Desert modern architectural home with luxury landscaping

Whipple Russell Architects

Bighorn Palm Desert modern architectural home with luxury landscaping. Photo by William MacCollum.
Inspiration for a large and desert look modern front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with gravel and a wood fence.

Ridge Mountain Residence

Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects

The house harmonizes with its natural habitat and echoes the subtle beauty of its desert location, and accordingly will have low impact in its remote location. (Photography by Joe Fletcher)

Feldbaum residence

Palm Dreams Watershapes and Landscapes

Detail of the landscape showing the Variegated Agaves, purple Lantana and the texture of the boulders. crushed tock and 3/8th gravel.
Design ideas for a large and desert look contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Other with decking.

Jardín en Biniancolla

CITRUS

This is an example of a small and desert look contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Other with a stone fence.

Las Campanas Beauty - Photos by Daniel Nadelbach

Tierra Concepts

Design ideas for a large and desert look backyard full sun outdoor sport court in Albuquerque with gravel.

The Delbrook Horizon › Residential › House & garden

Atelier BC

Perched on a mountainside offering breathtaking views overlooking Vancouver, this project is defined by a unique sculptural quality that carries from surfaces to plantings. The geometry of concrete work and paving details are designed to play with the eye and sightlines to the view of the city.

Wildlife View House

Landscape Design West, LLC

Easy care succulent garden.
Mid-sized and desert look contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Phoenix with concrete pavers and a metal fence for summer.

Sereno Canyon Mayne Model

Creative Environments

Learn more about this design or receive a quote by contacting us online: https://creativeenvironments.com/contact-us/

Wooten Backyard Living

Native Edge Landscape

These homeowners were looking to up their hosting game by modernizing their property to create the ultimate entertainment space. A custom outdoor kitchen was added with a top of the line Delta Heat grill and a special nook for a Big Green Egg. Flagstone was added to create asymmetrical walkways throughout the yard that extended into a ring around the fire pit. Four rectangular trellises were added along the fence and shed, with an all metal pergola located at the back of the pool. This unique structure immediately draws the eye and adds a playful, artistic element to the rest of the space. The use of various sized rocks, gravel, and flagstone give a rough texture that creates a symbiosis with the metalwork. Silver Falls Dichondra creates a beautiful contrast to the rocks and can be found all over the property along with various other grasses, ferns, and agave. A large area of gravel rests on the side of the house, giving the client room to park a recreational vehicle. In front, a privacy fence was added along one of the property lines, leading into a drought resistant, eco-friendly section of yard. This fence, coupled with a giant boulder, doubles as a safety precaution in case drivers miss the turn and run into their lawn. This updated landscaping adds an effortless flow for guests to move from the front yard to the back while creating a very open, welcoming feel to all who enter.

Southwest Design with Desert Native Plants

Perennial Garden Consultants

This desert planting design showcases some of the most heat and drought-tolerant native plants for the Mojave Desert. Penstemon parryi, Melampodium leucanthemum, Tetraneuris acaulis, and Penstemon eatonii bloom among boulders, grasses and succulent plants, while attracting a myriad of pollinators. Vines have just begun to cover the stark walls with greenery and blooms. Photo taken by Homeowner approximately 9 months after install. Design Perennial Garden Consultants.

West Springs

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

Our client had already used Twisted Rock previously for a different project and we were blessed enough to have them utilize our services again!! They wanted another clean-looking, low maintenance yard that was functional with great curb appeal that would not take a bunch of time to maintain. We utilized natural rock, concrete edging, and aggregate as well as created a fire pit patio for cozy family nights under the stars....

Desert Modern

SIEVERS CONSTRUCTION & GENERAL CONTRACTING

This cohesive family-friendly design makes maximum use of outdoor space for multiple objectives- hardscaping for dining and lounging, lawn area for playtime, and raised garden beds with integrated seating and pergolas for utilitarian use, architectural interest and privacy screening.

Desert Look Brown 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.