Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

This residence wanted a clean but contemporary design that was drought tolerant.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

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Structure Landscapes

Sam Walton
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard full sun driveway in Austin with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

San Mateo Contemporary in a Natural Setting

Kristen Rudger Landscape Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun garden in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Del Mar Residence

Promise Path Landscaping Inc

Zack Benson
Mid-sized contemporary courtyard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with a retaining wall and concrete pavers for spring.

Gartenweg mit Hochbeet

Christian Liesen GmbH Garten und Landschaftsbau

Gartenweg mit seitlicher Natursteinmauer zum Höhenausgleich mit reichblühender Staudenpflanzung. Der Bodenbelag ist aus anthrazitfarbenem Betonpflaster im Reihenverband mit einer Natursteinpflasterzeile aus Basalt.

Lake Oswego Custom Getaway

Grove Custom Homes

Photo of an expansive contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Portland with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Quintessential New England Colonial

Sabrina Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard garden in Miami with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Stone Terraced Gardens

Ground One Landscape Design + Build

Photo of a mid-sized country front yard garden in Minneapolis with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

West Melbourne Landscape Design

Hortus Landscaping

Plant selection in this area reflects it's partly shaded conditions.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style front yard partial sun garden in Orlando with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Keith Residence

True North Landscaping

Emilio and Jessica Bottiglieri
Mid-sized country front yard full sun driveway in Vancouver with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

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Father Nature Landscapes of Birmingham, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun driveway for summer in Birmingham with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Bennett Residence

Lankford Associates Landscape Architects

An array of lights lead up the center of the colored concrete steps to the landing edged with rounded boulders, cobbles, and evergreen trees.
Photo of a mid-sized modern front yard partial sun garden in Seattle with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Multi-Purpose Tennis Court

Sport Court of Washington, DC

PowerGame modular surface, (2) Collegiate adjustable basketball systems, rebounders, lights, fencing
Design ideas for an expansive traditional backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for summer in DC Metro with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Paver patio and Low Voltage Lighting

Reyes Landscape Construction

On this project we installed the paver driveway, paver steps, the stone wall with rustic grout, and natural stone cap, the walls have an antique and weathered look. We also installed the plants and the landscape lighting. Our design role was as a direct consultant to the owner.

Front Yard With Retaining Walls

Big Rock Landscaping

Adding retaining walls to the front yard helps create dimension and flat spaces.
Inspiration for a traditional front yard garden in Salt Lake City with a retaining wall, concrete pavers and a vinyl fence.

Willow Glen Modern Zen Garden

User

Design ideas for a small asian backyard partial sun garden for summer in San Francisco with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Mediterranes Flair in Haus, Hof und Garten

GODELMANN GmbH & Co. KG

Mediterranean garden in Other with a retaining wall, concrete pavers and a stone fence for summer.

Englewood, New Jersey Retaining Wall

Techo-Bloc

This retaining wall project in inspired by our Travertina Raw stone. The Travertina Raw collection has been extended to a double-sided, segmental retaining wall system. This product mimics the texture of natural travertine in a concrete material for wall blocks. Build outdoor raised planters, outdoor kitchens, seating benches and more with this wall block. This product line has enjoyed huge success and has now been improved with an ultra robust mix design, making it far more durable than the natural alternative. This is a perfect solution in freeze-thaw climates. Check out our website to shop the look! https://www.techo-bloc.com/shop/walls/travertina-raw/

Sunset Terrace

John Cote

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury front yard full sun xeriscape in San Luis Obispo with a retaining wall and concrete pavers.

Garden Design Ideas with a Retaining Wall and Concrete Pavers

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.