Inspiration for a contemporary full sun garden in Austin with with raised garden bed and gravel.

Because the sunniest place to grow vegetables is in the front yard, custom Cor-ten steel planters were designed as an attractive sculptural element, their graceful curves complementing the organic flow of the landscape. Informal gravel provides stable footing to walk and work, while remaining permeable to rain. Dwarf citrus grow in pots, and foundation plantings of Ribes sanguineum and Phormium 'Guardsman', and Ficus pumila vine anchor the home. Photo © Jude Parkinson-Morgan.

Contemporary Brighton garden with a Californian vibe

Fern & Pine Garden Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Sussex with with raised garden bed and gravel.

"Raised and Traditional Vegetable Gardens" Herb and Flower Gardens

PETER ATKINS AND ASSOCIATES., LLC

Culinary Raised Vegetable Garden. This is nine beds that measure 8x4 and 6x4. Root vegetables, Salad, Tomatoes and Herb. This garden produced 235 pounds of tomatoes in 2020. The entire system is designed to meet your needs, your property and architectural style of your home. Exclusive Peter Atkins and Associates. LLC

East London urban garden

Nordland Landscapes

Modern suburban garden with plenty of space for entertianing and relaxing. Designed by Sarah Kay garden design
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for summer in London with with raised garden bed and decking.

Garden for a barn conversion

Joanne Alderson Design

Modern courtyard garden for a barn conversion designed by Jo Alderson Phillips @ Joanne Alderson Design, Built by Tom & the team at TS Landscapes & photographed by James Wilson @ JAW Photography

Queen Anne Makeover

Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLC

These Queen Anne homeowners had completely remodeled their home and were looking for a low maintenance, enjoyable yard that would accentuate their views and provide outdoor space for their dogs. Another important goal was to attract birds and pollinators to the garden, in part for photographic opportunities. A series of Corten planters create planting space along the back property line while leaving plenty of room for artificial turf that the family dogs can enjoy. A recirculating urn water feature creates a pleasant sound, a focal point and most importantly, attracts birds to the garden. Privacy screens designed using OutDeco panels create interest on both sides and focus views to the mountains in the background. Front and backyards were completely redesigned for ease of maintenance.

Wellesley Family Garden

Inge Daniels Design LLC

These custom raised planters and trellis for future fruit trees are finely-crafted of yellow alaskan cedar.
Inspiration for a transitional side yard full sun garden in Boston with gravel and with raised garden bed.

Museum District 1 - Landscape Design, Installation, Maintenance

Hogue Landscape Services

Inspiration for a small modern front yard full sun formal garden for spring in Houston with with raised garden bed, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Garden

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Container gardens sit next to a concrete paver driveway and modern home just nextdoor.
Inspiration for a small contemporary front yard full sun garden in Los Angeles with with raised garden bed and a wood fence.

Landscaping

PLS Landscaping

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Other with with raised garden bed and natural stone pavers.

Edible Gardens

Botanica Landscape Inc.

Raised beds made of redwood, lined with pond liner, create a beautiful front garden
This is an example of a mid-sized country front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with with raised garden bed.

Bio-Hotel

Naturnahe Gärten

Ein Hotelgarten als Naturgarten, Trockenmauern terrassieren die ehemals völlig verunkrautete Böschung, Brunnen schaffen einen einladenden dörflichen Charakter, Rosen, Blumen und Kräuter können auch in der Hotelküche zum Einsatz kommen.

Rock Walls

Broward Landscape, Inc.

Stone wall
Design ideas for a mid-sized tropical front yard full sun driveway in Miami with with raised garden bed and brick pavers.

'Napa'

flora Distinctive Landscapes

Inspiration for a country side yard full sun garden for summer in Denver with with raised garden bed and gravel.

Creating Space in Glassell Park

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

We started by levelling the top area into two terraced lawns of low water Kurapia and nearly doubling the space on the lower level with retaining walls. We built a striking new pergola with a graphic steel-patterned roof to make a covered seating area. Along with creating shade, the roof casts a movie reel of shade patterns throughout the day. Now there is ample space to kick back and relax, watching the sun spread its glow on the surrounding hillside as it makes its slow journey down the horizon towards sunset. An aerodynamic fan keeps the air pleasantly cool and refreshing. At night the backyard comes alive with an ethereal lighting scheme illuminating the space and making it a place you can enjoy well into the night. It’s the perfect place to end the day.

Mountain View

Blue Sierra Landscape Construction

Modern landscape with custom IPE deck and in ground spa, drought resistant planting, outdoor lighting
Large midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with raised garden bed, decking and a wood fence for summer.

Mountain View

Blue Sierra Landscape Construction

Modern landscape with custom IPE deck and in ground spa, drought resistant planting, outdoor lighting
Inspiration for a large midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Francisco with with raised garden bed, decking and a wood fence.

Raised Bed Garden

TruBlue San Diego

Customer had a raised bed garden that was too low, was difficult to access, and did not have adequate protection from pests. We installed a new raised bed, which was higher and smaller (allowing easier access) and had a complete enclosure to protect from pests.

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Altera Landscape

Landscape Architect: V3 Studio Berzunza / Photography: Jeri Koegel
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun garden for summer in Orange County with with raised garden bed and concrete pavers.

Full Sun Garden Design Ideas with with Raised Garden Bed

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.