This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in San Francisco with a garden path and brick pavers.

Filigree

Hodgins et Associés - Architectes paysagistes

The stepping stone path leading from the back to the front yards curves to follow the silice stone retaining wall. Alchemilla mollis, lysimachia hug the path while a large cast iron urn provides a focal point on the wall. photogarpher:Maryse Raymond

Patio and Landscape Design in North Park, SD

BETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic backyard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with a fire feature and brick pavers.

Landscape design, indoor-outdoor living by Boodle Concepts

Boodle Concepts

Landscape design by Boodle Concepts. St Kilda Junction Melbourne.
Small eclectic front yard full sun formal garden in Melbourne with brick pavers for summer.

лесная рапсодия

Жукова Ирина

Ирина Жукова
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic courtyard shaded garden for spring in Moscow with brick pavers.

From Birch Forest to Waterwise Garden

Mayita Dinos Garden Design

This bed used to be full of azaleas. Now it is full of waterwise plants- a happy melange of succulents, CA natives and Aussie plants. Mayita Dinos Photography

Townhouse Gardens

Garden Gate Landscaping

Charles W. Bowers/Garden Gate Landscaping, Inc.
Design ideas for a small eclectic backyard partial sun garden for summer in DC Metro with a water feature and brick pavers.

Secret Garden in Dilworth

Solow Design Group

Select architectural specimen plants combine with sculptural architectural details; these include blue agave, Red Dragon Japanese maple and variegated Japanese iris. Photos courtesy Solow Design Group

Outdoor Kitchen with fireplace, dining area and seating wall

Landforms

Finished Product Photo: Our Client in Northville, MI had an existing raised patio that did not have much usable space. After renovating the lower level they contracted Landforms Inc to continue the transformation outside. They wanted to remove the old patio with wooden railings and a cramped seating area. Then create a outdoor kitchen with a prep area, gas grill, Big Green Egg smoker, fireplace with ample seating and dining space. By pushing the patio out to the edge of the wall and incorporating a seating wall both for safety and seating. We were able to maximize our usable space for the kitchen and entertaining. Now the space now feels like you are dining in the tree tops.

Tierrasanta Jewel

Amigos Landscapes

Amigos Landscapes
Mid-sized eclectic front yard partial sun garden in San Diego with a garden path and brick pavers for fall.

Highgate Hill

Steven Clegg Design

Colin Hockey
Inspiration for an eclectic garden in Brisbane with brick pavers.

Seasonal Display

Rosborough Partners Inc.

Is your entrance ready for fall? (Photo by JMercado)
Design ideas for a small eclectic courtyard full sun garden for fall in Chicago with a container garden and brick pavers.

Rustic style inner city Courtyard

Yardstick Landscape Services

5 years on and this rustic courtyard is beginning to grow in to its final character
This is an example of a small eclectic courtyard full sun garden for fall in Adelaide with brick pavers.

Patio and Landscape Design in North Park, SD

BETWIXTdesign - Landscape & Interior Design

Mid-sized eclectic backyard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with a fire feature and brick pavers.

Moroccan Showhouse

Iris Kaplow Landscapes, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic courtyard partial sun garden for spring in New York with a water feature and brick pavers.

Rustic Brick Patio - Milwaukee, WI

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Faux boulder hides a well cap surrounded by Calamagrosis acutiflora 'Overdam' in this cut-out patio bed. Westhauser Photography
Mid-sized eclectic backyard full sun garden in Milwaukee with a fire feature and brick pavers for summer.

Filigree

Hodgins et Associés - Architectes paysagistes

Leading up to the front door this mountain side garden is terraced using bluestone steps, pale gold silice stone walls and red brick landings. The stone lamp post is a destination at the top of the stairs. The red brick repeats the materials of the house. The plantings are in painterly waves using contrasting colours, textures and volumnes to create an ever changing tableau to entertain the senses. Maryse Raymond photographer

Redondo Beach succulent garden

Sandi Fields Landscape Design

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

Callaghan Landscape Project

Peabody Landscape Group

Large eclectic backyard shaded garden in Columbus with brick pavers.

Urban Farmstead

Grateful Beds

Cory Barton, Barton Design
Inspiration for an expansive eclectic partial sun garden for summer in Minneapolis with a water feature 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.