Design ideas for an expansive country garden in Calgary with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Virginia Contemporary

M.S. Vicas Interiors

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary backyard partial sun garden in DC Metro with concrete pavers.

Nashville Estate

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

With a lengthy list of ideas about how to transform their backyard, the clients were excited to see what we could do. Existing features on site needed to be updated and in-cooperated within the design. The view from each angle of the property was already outstanding and we didn't want the design to feel out of place. We had to make the grade changes work to our advantage, each separate space had to have a purpose. The client wanted to use the property for charity events, so a large flat turf area was constructed at the back of the property, perfect for setting up tables, chairs and a stage if needed. It also created the perfect look out point into the back of the property, dropping off into a ravine. A lot of focus throughout the project was the plant selection. With a large amount of garden beds, we wanted to maintain a clean and formal look, while still offering seasonal interest. We did this by edging the beds with boxwoods, adding white hydrangeas throughout the beds for constant colour, and subtle pops of purple and yellow. This along with the already breathtaking natural backdrop of the space, is more than enough to make this project stand out. Photographer: Jason Hartog Photography

Sustainable prairie grass in Ann Arbor, MI

Landforms

The goal of this project was to transition the modern home back into the surrounding landscape, with a natural low maintenance expansive meadow. The clean lines of the home create a sharp transition to this flowing prairie. When the wind blows the home floats in a sea of gold and green. Landforms Inc.

Danville Backyard

Susan Friedman Landscape Architecture

Yellow Moss Rock swimming pool waterfall and Calistoga boulder retaining walls add soothing sound and visual appeal to this natural backyard. Photo Credits: Tom Minczeski

Pool, Patio, FirePit and Retaining Wall in North Barrington

The Barn: Landscape + Architecture

Linda Barrett
Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard partial sun garden in Chicago with natural stone pavers.

Rustic Weekend Getaway

The Crafted Garden

Long shot of the forest walkway from road through forest to the patio courtyard with fire pit. It is flanked by a slope with a dry river bed and an herb garden. Susan Irving - Designer

Hangman Valley Colonial

Pacific Garden Design

With its classic American architecture, this Neo-Colonial residence makes a strong statement in its rural Northwest setting. Formal gardens and European-inspired details give way to natural forms and native plantings as you move away from the house, integrating the home into its environment.

Hilltop Manor

Wesley Stout Associates

Pea Stone Walkway, Parterre, Wood Bench, Fountain, Raised Planters, Vegetable Garden, Tennis Court, Barn
Expansive country backyard full sun formal garden in New York with a water feature and gravel for summer.

Japanese Garden Pond

Floren Design Ltd.

Pond in Japanese garden
Expansive country side yard full sun formal garden in West Midlands with with pond for fall.

Contemporary Home and Garden

Montecito Landscape

Lisa Cullen: This fabulous French stone fountain from Eye of the Day, GDC in Carpinteria becomes the centerpiece in this incredible space. Surrounded by Oaks and Olives, the garden is filled with drought tolerant perennials of euphorbia, agave, nepeta, salvia mystic spires, lavender

Ross

Wasson Nursery

Expansive country sloped garden in Indianapolis with a water feature for spring.

Hunters Hill

Harrison's Landscaping

Expansive modern backyard partial sun garden in Sydney with a retaining wall for summer.

Our Work

Pazmany Bros. Landscaping

Pazmany Bros. Landscaping is a second generation family owned and operated business. Established in 1981, we have been providing valued services to our customers in the local community for over 34 years.

Romantic roses climbing breaks up the slatted trellis and mixed herbs such as Sa

Alexandra Froggatt Design

Alexandra Froggatt
Photo of an expansive contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Cheshire with a retaining wall and gravel.

Custom Exteriors

Beer Architectural Group

Expansive traditional courtyard full sun formal garden in New York with a garden path and brick pavers for spring.

Paysage de Provence, 2 ans après

CONCEPTUELLES PAYSAGE ET DECORATION

@Boigontier
Inspiration for an expansive transitional full sun formal garden for summer in Marseille with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Bluestone Walkways

Topeka Landscape, Inc.

Bluestone patio and walkways, edged with brick and Mexican beach pebbles.
This is an example of an expansive traditional backyard garden in Other with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Residential 28'x30' Half-Court

Sport Court of Washington, DC

Inspiration for an expansive traditional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for summer in DC Metro.

Barber Cottage

MeadowGreen Group

BARBER COTTAGE Location: Omena, MI Scope: Design & Installation Features: Extensive estate landscape, entrance pillars, driveway, mortared and dry lay bluestone walks and patios, dry river beds, raised bocce ball court, volleyball court, natural stone pathways, natural stone retaining, water feature, fire pit, green egg stand, raised patio overlooking North Port & Old Mission.

Expansive 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.