Specific needs, such as an edible garden and outdoor storage for tools and refuse, require creativity when you're on a city sized lot. This client is thrilled with the result. (Photo by RStarovich)

Water Mill, NY Foundation Redesign and Installation

Hotbotany

Redesign and Installation of foundation plantings including Crape Myrtle , Andromeda , Deutzia, Boxwood, ferns , select perennials and ground covers. Design includes year round interest with evergreen ferns , hellebores , carex and variegated shrubs .Colors in the garden are deep green, creams,, white, pale pink, grey, spots of yellow and chartreuse.

Sideyard Garden

Rebekah Tennis

Side yard garden with raised vegetable beds, potted citrus and reclaimed brick pathway in a herringbone pattern. creeping thyme ground cover.
Photo of a small eclectic side yard full sun garden for summer in Other with a vegetable garden and brick pavers.

Martha's Garden

Blair Hines Design Associates

Design ideas for a small eclectic backyard shaded garden for summer in Boston with natural stone pavers.

Paths, Stairs and Gates

Designscapes Colorado Inc.

Designscapes Colorado
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun garden for summer in Denver with gravel.

Mixed Media Patio

Plan-it Earth Design

A patio of Mixed materials holds this tiny backyard together Collaborative design by Amy Whitworth, Lora Price and Annie Bamberger Installation by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Amy Whitworth

Glorious Lakeside Perch

LandWorks, Inc.

LandWorks first navigated a most challenging local government approval process because of this home’s placement on a lake, but it was passed by local government and came together beautifully. Our lovely clients trusted our team to deliver on an involved hardscape and landscape project that featured multi-level patios, several stone staircases, an involved water feature, an elaborate drainage infrastructure – not to mention a switchback, severe-incline path from lake pier to terrace. The stunning lakeside property features bluestone paving throughout, an outdoor grill counter, decorative driveway details at the home’s front entry, and lush plantings with tons of spring, summer and fall color. We had a brilliant and experienced crew on the very involved hardscape install and a talented, creative, painstaking crew on the perennial installs.

Leaside Eclectic Garden

Arbordale Landscaping

We turned this pedestrian Leaside backyard upside down! We added a stone patio complete with a firepit and lounge area which is covered by giant umbrella. A custom rough hewn beam pergola was painted black to contrast the custom stainless steel shoes and connector plates and placed over the new dining area and custom buffet. The buffet has a Corten steel decorative panel behind with white plexiglass and lighting for a dramatic dining experience. Horizontal fencing surrounds the backyard and the style carries through to both gates. Natural stone steppingstones and borders add contrast and frame the different sections of the yard. Playful informal plantings give the garden a sense of whimsy. The back porch was created for barbecuing with glass railings to not disturb the view from inside the home and contains a large storage space underneath.

Staycation Hangout

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

An unused shady corner has become a favorite place to relax. During the day the mature trees shelter one from the sun and at night the fire bowl keeps things warm.

Rooftop Landscaping in Minneapolis

yardscapes Inc.

Finished rooftop project with custom metal furniture and arbor, Tournesol planters, and container plantings. This is a close up of the custom metal furnishings. On top of the custom metal table base we installed limestone slabs. We decided wo add warmth to the space, by finding a reclaimed piece of wood and affixing it to a custom metal base.

Before - During - After

Garden Gate Landscaping

Parking area with permeable paving. Water storage tank under paving for storage to use for irrigation of lawn and garden. Pot garden with annuals in stone containers. Cooper pipe trellises for vines. Charles W. Bowers/Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.

2nd St.

Serge van der Voo Landscapes LLC

This beautiful Old Westside mid-1800's home had recently undergone a full solar panel installation. The owners were looking to install a progressive and contemporary landscape design with a long wish list that included a clay paver front walk, formal cut and irregular bluestone stepper paths and patio area, a moveable fire pit, raised vegetable beds, a hammock area, and a chicken coop and beehive areas.

Royal Oak Residence

McHale Landscape Design, Inc.

This is an example of an expansive eclectic side yard partial sun garden for summer in DC Metro.

Shoreline Retaining Walls

Landscapes by Tom LLC

naturalized, curvy waterfront rock wall
Mid-sized eclectic sloped shaded garden in Boston with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers for summer.

Marblehead Backyard

Rue Sherwood Landscape Design, LLC

Rue Sherwood Landscape Design
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Boston with a container garden and natural stone pavers.

Flagstone Mosaics

Camacho Land Design

Camacho Land Design, LLC
Inspiration for a small eclectic front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Oklahoma City with a garden path.

Rustic Landscape with Lamp Post - Milwaukee, WI

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Lamp post bed featuring Molinia arundinacea 'Skyracer.' Westhauser Photography
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Milwaukee with a garden path and brick pavers.

G A R D E N - Pacific Northwest

Lore Patterson

shady and serene. photo: lore patterson
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic backyard shaded formal garden for summer in Seattle with brick pavers.

Gravel Sitting Area 1. Minnesota Landscape Design.

Anderson Design / ErosionZ. Minnesota Landscape.

A contemplation space of crushed limestone, sandstone walls, and sliced granite sitting stones. The setting is carved into a hillside and surrounded with gardens. Credit: Tad Anderson. All rights exclusively reserved.

Outdoor Container Pot and Garden Plant Design, Wilmette, Illinois

Schmechtig Landscapes

Request Free Quote Large Outdoor Planter Garden Design in Wilmette, Illinois by Schmechtig Landscapes Landscape Maintenance, Design and Build

Eclectic Garden Design Ideas for Summer

Get Inspired by Eclectic 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 eclectic 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 an Eclectic Garden for Your Home

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