Recycled timber green wall, Photography by Andy Jones
This is an example of a small country courtyard partial sun xeriscape for spring in Newcastle - Maitland with a vertical garden and concrete pavers.

Miscellaneous $-$$ Projects

Creative Outdoor Spaces

Narrow Spaces...Consider lattice trellis for vertical vine plantings and incorporate pots for added dimension and interest. Ideal for planting perennials and annuals!!

Path at Suburban Oasis

Princeton Design Collaborative

Jeffrey Edward Tryon
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard shaded xeriscape for spring in Philadelphia with a vertical garden and gravel.

House in Barcelona

BC Estudio Architects

Mid-sized contemporary side yard driveway in Barcelona with a vertical garden.

Decorative hanging baskets on a chicken run

Eugene Garden Design

AFTER: New iron brackets and inexpensive hanging baskets are planted with a mixture of marigolds, petunias and other flowering annuals that will grow to fill and spill over the edges of the baskets for months to come. Total budget for this project with five new baskets, five brackets and all the plants came in just under $100.

Garden Spaces and Details

Susan Cohan Gardens

A simple copper wire trellis used to train ivy up a wall between two windows. This can be an easy DIY project.
Photo of a traditional front yard partial sun garden in New York with a vertical garden.

Jardín vertical hecho con palet

Agropolis Jardín

Small tropical sloped garden in Madrid with a vertical garden.

Rocha Apartment, Barcelona

CaSA - Colombo and Serboli Architecture

Roberto Ruiz - www.robertoruiz.eu
Small scandinavian backyard garden in Barcelona with a vertical garden.

Ritherdon

Clara Bee

A small but effective barrel sauna overlooking the planted wall.
Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard shaded garden in London with a vertical garden.

MENDHAM REMODEL ADDITION EXTERIOR

Passacantando Architects AIA

Photographer: Kevin Colquhoun
Mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in New York with a vertical garden for summer.

Edible Spaces

Outside Space

Vertical herb garden over the BBQ area.
This is an example of a small contemporary backyard full sun garden in Sydney with a vertical garden.

Coastal Modern Farmhouse (Industrial, comfortable and budget friendly)

Brittany Stiles Design

A 1940's bungalow was renovated and transformed for a small family. This is a small space - 800 sqft (2 bed, 2 bath) full of charm and character. Custom and vintage furnishings, art, and accessories give the space character and a layered and lived-in vibe. This is a small space so there are several clever storage solutions throughout. Vinyl wood flooring layered with wool and natural fiber rugs. Wall sconces and industrial pendants add to the farmhouse aesthetic. A simple and modern space for a fairly minimalist family. Located in Costa Mesa, California. Photos: Ryan Garvin

The Winding Garden

Margo Lee / Local Gardens

A focal point was created on the back fence that adds interest and beauty to what would normally be just a plain fence. Wire and confederate jasmine were used to create this piece of living wall art. The circles in full bloom are spectacular to view and provide a sweet fragrance. The vine art is easy to maintain and stays green all year.

Ajardinamiento de patio en Guadalmina (Marbella)

Jorge Ferreira

Buscando una mejor integración entre la parte original y la reformada, se optó por crear unas espalderas con la misma chapa perforada de los cerramientos detrás de las que se introdujo una iluminación lineal.

Alexandria House

Angus Mackenzie Architect

Photo of a small and australian native contemporary front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Sydney with a vertical garden, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Gamme Ambellya

Espaces Paysagers

Espaces Paysagers
Photo of a small contemporary garden in Strasbourg with a vertical garden.

Custom Arbor - Garden Entry

Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center

Photography by: Joe Hollowell
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts backyard partial sun garden for summer in Portland with a vertical garden.

Vertical Garden Flower Boxes

TANBAR Design

Vertical garden. Build 8 flower boxes, hanging on the existing cedar fence
Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard partial sun garden in Montreal with a vertical garden.

Jardín vertical

Agropolis Jardín

Design ideas for a small tropical sloped garden in Madrid with a vertical garden.

Rhythmic House

Kitty Lee Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard garden in Sydney with a vertical garden.

Garden Design Ideas with a Vertical Garden

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.