Our homeowners wanted a garden with a natural feel. We added concrete steppers with dymondia groundcover for a new pathway to the backyard. Low water plantings with a natural feel bring hummingbirds. Drip irrigation and permeable paving. The nasturtiums are from seeds planted by the owner, the leaves are edible. Vegetable beds and fruit trees in the backyard provide a bountiful harvest.

Condo Front Entry

Starbird Garden Services LLC

Spring blooms in a condo garden entry under a flowering plum tree. The plants in the ground: rhododendron 'Solidarity', Pieris 'Prelude', three cryptomeria japonica 'Little Diamond' small shrubs, chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Blue Surprise' tree, two erica carnea. Plants in pots: large pot, hellebores 'Pink Frost'; medium pot, solid white pansies; small pot, heuchera 'Paris'.

Sullivan Residence

Altera Landscape

Natural limestone paving pads throughout driveway. Entry walkway along left side of front yard leading to residence main entry. LED landscape lighting installed throughout, with recessed up lighting to illuminate garage doors. Design: AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc. / Photography: Jeri Koegel

CLARENDON HILLS RESIDENCE: A GRAND ENTRANCE

Hinsdale Nurseries

The serviceberry near the driveway is the only original tree kept in the design. The walkway from the driveway up to the stoop was designed to curve around and protect as much of the tree’s root system as possible. Boxwoods loosely mirror the arc-tangent lines of the hardscape in a series of linear hedges.

Our Projects

Greenleaf Lawn and Landscape

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard driveway in New York with a garden path and brick pavers.

Contemporary Landscape Transformation - San Rafael, CA

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

NEWLY PLANTED, SEE PHOTOS TAKEN AFTER 2 YEARS. This San Rafael front landscape has been dramatically updated with a welcoming concrete pathway entrance, and complimented by a variety of architectural plants, hardy succulents, textural grasses and a majestic, fruitless olive tree. The dramatic transformation is enhanced by a raised corten steel planter at the pathway entrance with gravel and succulents. Two horizontal ipe wood structures provide contemporary accents. New raised concrete planters alongside the new concrete driveway define the property and showcase more colorful succulents. A beautiful gray house paint color and ipe accents complete the remodel. Drawings, Design and Photos © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Naperville Landscape

KD Landscape

A slightly different view of the front yard shows how a low profile planting can work effectively on a large scale home. Photo is courtesy of Mike Crews Photography

Step Renovations

Earth Art Landscapes Inc.

Regine Marsh
Mid-sized traditional front yard full sun garden in Other with a garden path and concrete pavers for summer.

Lush Landscapes

Pleasant View Construction

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard full sun driveway for spring in St Louis with a garden path and gravel.

23rd Street

Stout Design Build Inc.

Michael Todoran
Photo of a large modern front yard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with a garden path.

Modern Exterior

Rawlyk Developments

Design ideas for a large front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Calgary with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Stone Path and Entryway

Linden L.A.N.D. Group

Rebecca Lindenmeyr
Photo of an expansive contemporary front yard full sun garden in Burlington with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

seasonal color

City & Estate Gardener

Mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden in Providence with a garden path and concrete pavers for summer.

Paver Walkways

Autumn Hill Patio & Landscape

Mid-sized country front yard garden in Wilmington with a garden path and brick pavers.

Landscape Design - Unique by Design l Helen Weis

Unique by Design

Helen Weis l Unique by Desing
Design ideas for a traditional front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Oklahoma City with a garden path.

New Entry Steps and Garden

Elizabeth Dudley Landscape Architecture

Granite sett compass design with new stacked rock wall incorporating unique granite stone uncovered during excavation work.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Boston with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Asian Terrace Garden in Bristol, Virginia

Stapleton Landscape Architecture

As one walks along the path in the enclosed garden, the moon gate frames a view of a knockout rose on the other side - Jeff Stapleton
This is an example of a mid-sized asian front yard full sun formal garden in Other with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Contemporary Minimalist

Botalia Designs

Two years after original installation. Photo by: Natalia Lopez de la Cruz
Mid-sized modern front yard full sun formal garden in Miami with a garden path and concrete pavers for summer.

Landscaping Projects

Gove Landscape Construction

Small front lawn project with various flowers and plants.
This is an example of a small mediterranean front yard full sun formal garden in Sacramento with a garden path and mulch.

Ecclectic Craftsman Entry Garden

Plan-it Earth Design

A clean curved patio connects two front porches on this craftsman home located on a corner Collaborative design by Amy Whitworth, Lora Price and Annie Bamberger Installation by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Amy Whitworth

Front Yard Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

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.