Large country backyard partial sun formal garden in Toronto with a retaining wall and mulch for spring.

Inspiration for a mid-sized asian backyard full sun formal garden for fall in Seattle with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Princeton Contemporary

Ronni Hock Garden & Landscape

Photo of a small contemporary backyard full sun garden for spring in Philadelphia with a garden path and gravel.

Retaining Wall

Pearson Landscape Services

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury front yard full sun garden for spring in Austin with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

The edible garden / Garden for a London chef

Barbara Samitier Gardens

Anna Batchelor
Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in London with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Ashton Woods Model Home - Fieldstone

MB Land Design

Photo of a mid-sized country front yard full sun formal garden for spring in Houston with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Hardscaping

Northwestern Landscape & Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun outdoor sport court for spring in Seattle with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Narrow Sausalito, CA Landscape Transformed For Outdoor Enjoyment & Usable Space

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Aeonium and other succulents and grasses line the new concrete pathway complimented by Mexican pebbles. To gain more usable space in this narrow landscape and update the hardscaping and overgrown garden, my design reconfigured the pathway with poured-in-place concrete pavers accented by Mexican pebbles and a stunning variety of succulents and other site-appropriate plantings that thrive in shade and part sun. We removed the tree to create a patio area large enough to fit a table and chairs for a small group. Non-invasive/clumping Bamboo was added to help screen the patio and provide privacy. Other shade to part-shade plants were included that provide a variety of textures and colors throughout the seasons. Low-voltage lighting was installed for safety and ambiance. Design and Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

SECRET SANCTUARY - ANNANDALE

Alex

Our client in Annandale had always had a green thumb. He loved his plants and had an extensive collection of pots and plants already in the small courtyard garden. It was only the courtyard itself that wasn’t working as it was dominated by a large wall cutting the space practically in half. It was also fairly dull and impractical. The brief as you might imagine was to not only create large planting areas but also have room for an entertaining space and a large water feature and green wall. The key was to keep it simple. We changed the flooring to a beautiful modular slate and created an in-built seat with raised garden bed packed full of plants. The in-built seating really helped to maximise the space and also provides a great focal point. The water feature provides that soothing quality of running water and is also stocked full of fish. There is also still plenty of room for the pots and the garden can comfortably be called a green oasis from every angle. This garden design project was a real pleasure to work on and it certainly proves the old adage that size doesn’t matter.

Dappled Border

gardenUP®

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for spring in Boston with a garden path and mulch.

Art Studio Garden in Van Nuys

Studio Petrichor

Shawn Maestretti
Photo of a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Los Angeles with a garden path and mulch.

Modern Red Cedar Custom Fence

Superior Fence Co of San Antonio

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard full sun driveway for spring in Austin.

Mid Century Modern Rancho Mirage

Horizon Builders, Inc.

Block detail is original to the house built in 1969 in Rancho Mirage, CA.
Design ideas for a large midcentury backyard xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with decking.

Toorak Contemporary Japanese

Kihara Landscapes

Photo by Patrick Redmond
Large asian front yard xeriscape in Melbourne with a garden path and natural stone pavers for fall.

Eclectic Garden

Gaia Gardens

Inspiration for a large transitional front yard partial sun formal garden for spring in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Wood Fences

VIKING FENCE CO

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun driveway for spring in Austin with concrete pavers.

Back Country Sanctuary

Louis Fusco Landscape Architects

Bluestone chip gravel drive gently sweeps through the original orchard.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic backyard partial sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Asian Accents Tucked Under Clumping Bamboo

Eden Garden Design

Towering, non-invasive clumping bamboo creates a forest feel in this shaded garden area. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/

Bali garden with 9 hole putt-putt golf course and stone drainage channels

SilverSun Landscapes

Bali garden with 9 hole putt-putt golf course and stone drainage channels
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Tampa with natural stone pavers.

`Clyde Hill Entry

Tri-Scapes Landscaping

Large modern front yard partial sun formal garden in Seattle with a garden path and concrete pavers for spring.

Garden Design Ideas for Spring and Fall

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.