Stacked stone wall detail. Hosta, english ivy, and Japanese maple.
This is an example of a small eclectic backyard partial sun garden in New York with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Eclectic Landscape

Inspiration for a large eclectic backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Edmonton with brick pavers.

Eclectic Modern Craftsman

Brooke Kirmer

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun garden for spring in Wichita with with lawn edging and brick pavers.

Ogden Front Garden

The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design

This is an example of a small eclectic front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Salt Lake City with a garden path and brick pavers.

Spring & Summer Containers

Smalls Landscaping

"Welcome friends, make yourself at home!"
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic front yard full sun garden for summer in Chicago with a container garden and brick pavers.

Piedmont

Randy Thueme Design Inc. - Landscape Architecture

Design ideas for an eclectic garden in San Francisco with brick pavers.

Ландшафтный дизайн участка с сухим ручьем в Боровском районе

Ландшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой

Сухой ручей. Автор проекта: Алена Арсеньева, реализация проекта: Владимир Чичмарь.
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic courtyard full sun garden for summer in Moscow with with pond and brick pavers.

Metcalfe St

Blooming Planter

This old rusty birdbath has been refinished with a protective coat and mounted with a large coated brass bowl to make an ideal statement piece for any front door.

Ballard Bungalow, Seattle WA (after)

Michael Muro Garden Design

Low-water use plants replaced a thirsty lawn in the parking strip. In addition to street trees, a combination of bulbs, perennials, dwarf conifers and ground cover ensure multi-season interest.

Relaxed Southern Garden

Grove Hill Farm

Design ideas for a large eclectic backyard full sun garden in Houston with a garden path and brick pavers.

Adelaide courtyard

Yardstick Landscape Services

Inspiration for a small eclectic backyard formal garden in Adelaide with brick pavers.

Redondo Beach succulent garden

Sandi Fields Landscape Design

Sandi Fields
Inspiration for a large eclectic front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with brick pavers.

Front Overall

B. Jane Gardens

Ryann Ford
Design ideas for an eclectic front yard garden in Austin with a garden path and brick pavers.

New England Perennial Flower Gardens

Minglewood, LLC

Angela Kearney, Minglewood Designs
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic courtyard full sun garden for spring in Boston with brick pavers.

Garden in the desert

GO Designs Inc.

Designed for good energy... Our client was looking to create a space for retreat, tranquility, serenity. The existing space was somewhat funky without balance and made it difficult to feel good. Working within an existing courtyard space, we were limited. No matter, our goal was to remedy this outdoor courtyard/sunset balcony space. Our idea was to keep the space cozy but create destination spaces where you can lay down in the grass and look up at the stars. Walk bare foot atop the different hardscape surfaces, reclaimed brick patio & walkway, Silvermist flagstone, terra cotta tiles & tiffway bermuda. The idea of sitting in front of a magical rock island stone fireplace reading a book, sharing conversation with family & friends gives us warm feelings. Bubbling water features dance through out this space creating sounds of trickling brooks you could only hear if you were in a far far away place. The courtyard walls disappear, with plants and trees wrapping there arms around our client while relaxing under a 45 year old ascalone olive tree. A healing garden was the finished product, so much, its a space that you don't ever want to leave....

Bocce Court

Rebekah Tennis

Bocce Court with redwood tree fort. Patio is made from reclaimed brick in a herringbone pattern.
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for summer in Other with brick pavers.

Botanical Gardens

BARE ROOTS GARDENING

Zac McClendon
Mid-sized eclectic courtyard full sun driveway in Other with a vegetable garden and brick pavers for spring.

Landscapes

Garden View Landscape and Pools

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic front yard partial sun driveway in Los Angeles with brick pavers.

Wall Fountain

Garden Architecture

Small eclectic backyard partial sun garden in San Francisco with a water feature and brick pavers for spring.

Loveland Drive

Marti Neely, APLD

Marti Neely, APLD
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Omaha with a garden path and brick pavers.

Eclectic Garden Design Ideas with Brick Pavers

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.