A pond and stream are hidden along these steps. Backyard steps utilize large flagstone pieces. Irish moss, blue star creeper, scotch moss, and mini mondo grass are a few of the plants growing between the stones. This yard has over 60 Japanese Maples and lots of ferns, ligularias, hydrangeas, and other shade plants Erik Jones

Mill Waters, Still Waters - Surrey

Acres Wild

Romantic Country Garden, Surrey, UK
Expansive traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Sussex with a water feature for summer.

Vibrant Surroundings

SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction

Landscape Architect: Howard Cohen Photography by: Bob Narod, Photographer, LLC
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard garden in DC Metro with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Horizontal Cedar Fence

Allied Fence Co

This is an example of a small traditional backyard garden in Atlanta with a water feature.

Arcadia Spanish Colonial | Fountain Detail

Greey Pickett

The landscape of this home honors the formality of Spanish Colonial / Santa Barbara Style early homes in the Arcadia neighborhood of Phoenix. By re-grading the lot and allowing for terraced opportunities, we featured a variety of hardscape stone, brick, and decorative tiles that reinforce the eclectic Spanish Colonial feel. Cantera and La Negra volcanic stone, brick, natural field stone, and handcrafted Spanish decorative tiles are used to establish interest throughout the property. A front courtyard patio includes a hand painted tile fountain and sitting area near the outdoor fire place. This patio features formal Boxwood hedges, Hibiscus, and a rose garden set in pea gravel. The living room of the home opens to an outdoor living area which is raised three feet above the pool. This allowed for opportunity to feature handcrafted Spanish tiles and raised planters. The side courtyard, with stepping stones and Dichondra grass, surrounds a focal Crape Myrtle tree. One focal point of the back patio is a 24-foot hand-hammered wrought iron trellis, anchored with a stone wall water feature. We added a pizza oven and barbecue, bistro lights, and hanging flower baskets to complete the intimate outdoor dining space. Project Details: Landscape Architect: Greey|Pickett Architect: Higgins Architects Landscape Contractor: Premier Environments Photography: Sam Rosenbaum

Modern Fountain

Kirby's Pools

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard shaded garden in San Francisco with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Custom Horizontal Board Fence

Riverside Fence

This is an example of a large contemporary backyard shaded garden for spring in New York with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Water Features

Complete Ponds

Large transitional backyard partial sun formal garden in Sacramento with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Modern Long Beach Drought Tolerant Design

California Landscape Construction

Dan Solomon
Mid-sized modern front yard partial sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with a container garden and concrete pavers for summer.

Landform Consultants Ltd - College Crescent - Project Value over £150,000 Winner

The Association of Professional Landscapers

Contemporary garden in Berkshire with a water feature and decking.

Tropical backyard waterfall and pond

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

This tropical waterfall is on the side yard of this Florida home. Waterfalls Fountains & Gardens designed and installed the waterfall and pond. The tropical garden plants were installed by the landscape installers.

California Casual

Professional Outdoor Perspective

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary side yard partial sun garden in Orange County with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Strathmore

Intrinsic Landscapes

Small contemporary backyard partial sun garden in Melbourne with a water feature and decking.

Planters and Containers

Yard Art, Inc

These Round GFRC Planters are modern and sleek. Made of GFRC they are lightweight and quite durable.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary front yard partial sun formal garden for fall in San Francisco with a container garden and concrete pavers.

Bowden House

Aralia: Innovation in Landscape Design

A courtyard garden in Cheshire. The garden features rendered walls with raised slatted cedar fencing, box balls, modern planting in a contemporary design, differing levels and climbers. The garden is used to relax and to entertain.

Disappearing, Pondless Waterfall Ideas for your Austin/ Central Texas Landscape

Texas Ponds and Water Features, LLC

Disappearing or Pond-less Waterfalls allow you to enjoy the look and sound of moving water without the maintenance of a pond. A waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and coveted feature in a landscape. The Pond-less Waterfall has made many Texans who were previously unable to relax to the sweet sounds of falling water very happy. It's a great alternative for those who are just trying to 'get their feet wet' or looking to fit a little piece of paradise into their own backyard. If your Texas Landscape lacks the space or if you have safety concerns about a pond, then a Pond-less Waterfall is perfect for you.

Southwestern

AquaTerra Outdoors

Daniel Driensky
Photo of a small transitional front yard partial sun garden for summer in Dallas with a container garden.

Landscaping

Good Earth Water Gardens

Perennial hillside.
This is an example of a small eclectic front yard full sun xeriscape for spring in Kansas City with mulch and a container garden.

Slim Rear Garden

Garden Club London Ltd

Garden Club London | Tony Woods
Design ideas for a small modern backyard shaded garden for summer in London with a container garden and natural stone pavers.

Water features

Stride Studios

William Ripley
Photo of a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Cincinnati with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature and a Container 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.