Full range Pennsylvania Bluestone in large slabs were chosen to create the patio. We like the depth created by using the various shades of the stone. Photography by Katherine Palmer

Tudor Revival backyard lakefront landscape design

Earthwise Horticultural Services

Scott Simpson Large scale project began with the natural stone English style garden on the island with a water fountain as a central feature. The backyard was terraced to provide a more even surface for weekend sports with the children. The terracing was framed near the house with a 3 foot deep channel that will hold koi. On one side is a fire pit with amphitheater style seating and the other side opens up for the koi. There is an edible garden and butterfly garden as well. The entrance is punctuated with a large 10 foot diameter fountain. The entire landscape is on automated lighting with underwater lighting as well.

Suburban Oasis

Princeton Design Collaborative

Shade Garden with koi pond , cedar fence, ferns and ivy Jeffrey Edward Tryon
Small contemporary backyard shaded xeriscape in Philadelphia with a water feature and gravel for fall.

Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

This welcoming entry to the home also provides as a nice place to unwind and enjoy the sunset.
Inspiration for a small courtyard full sun xeriscape for fall in Denver with a water feature, river rock and a metal fence.

DBX Ranch

DESIGN WORKSHOP, INC.

D.A. Horchner / Design Workshop, Inc.
This is an example of a large country courtyard full sun formal garden for fall in Denver with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Views and Vistas, Hampshire

Acres Wild

Contemporary English Country Garden, Hampshire, UK
Photo of a large country backyard full sun garden for fall in Sussex with a water feature and decking.

Modern Meets Boho

BOXHILL

Photography: Gerardine and Jude Vargas
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury front yard full sun xeriscape for fall in Phoenix with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Just pools and water features!!

Liquidscapes

Howard Roberts
Photo of a contemporary garden for fall in New York with a water feature.

Timeless Elegance

Guided Home Design

Joe Cotitta Epic Photography joecotitta@cox.net: Builder: Eagle Luxury Property
Photo of an expansive mediterranean backyard partial sun garden for fall in Phoenix with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

River of Life

JK Design Custom Landscapes inc.

Three water falls and a whole lot of cobble stone allowed us to keep the aeration going in the pond to support water and plant life going. an ecosystem that benifits all!.

Fun One Off's

Charles C Hugo Landscape Design

Chuck Hugo
Inspiration for a small asian sloped shaded garden for fall in Boston with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Guest house entrance. Replaced sloping asphalt driveway with raised planters.

BE Landscape Design

M. Sigal Ashley
This is an example of a small country backyard partial sun garden for fall in Los Angeles with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Pond Marvel

Smalls Landscaping

Can you imagine this is your view in your back yard? Can you imagine the peaceful noise of the waterfall? Serenity NOW!
This is an example of a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for fall in Chicago with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Contemporary Vail Landscape

Ceres+ Landscape Architecture

© 2011 Gibeon Photography
Mid-sized contemporary backyard garden in Denver with concrete pavers and a water feature for fall.

Planting Design with Japanese-style inspiration

Design Works - Landscape Architecture & Const.

Photo by Glen Nakamoto Japanese style garden with multi-seaonal plant interest, including fall color and a variety of plant structures.
This is an example of a mid-sized asian backyard garden for fall in Manchester with a water feature and decking.

James Martin Associates Garden Path

James Martin Associates

Request Free Quote The gardens enjoyed at the James Martin and Associates office are a propagation of inspiring ideas. Two adjoining buildings house the company, and the area stretching in between has become a showcase of landscape inspiration. In many ways, the staff has become the client, and the gardens have become our backyard to experiment, dream about, and create within.

Warte bis es dunkel wird - ein Wellness-Garten mit Beleuchtungskonzept

Gartenplan Esken & Hindrichs GmbH

Strenge, geometrische Formen in reizvollem Kontrast zu weichen, fließenden Gräsern und warmem Licht. So geht ein stimmungsvolles Garten- und Lichtkonzept auf - besonders im Herbst, wenn Beleuchtung den Garten aus der Dunkelheit holt und zur Bühne werden lässt.

Rural Gardens

The Crafted Garden

Cottage garden in deer country. Mixed perennial plantings with native stone walls and access stone path inside border. Protected by minimal electric fencing. It worked!

Johnson Water Garden in Lake Elsinore

Ponderiffic Adventures

Outdoor Koi Pond with attached waterfall and small stream. Artificial turf around pond to keep in sync with low water usage throughout.
Mid-sized country backyard full sun formal garden in Los Angeles with a water feature and decking for fall.

Dogwood and Japanese Maple add seasonal interest in Picture window.

Hanselman Landscape and Gardens

Photo of a modern courtyard partial sun garden for fall in Philadelphia with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Garden Design Ideas with a Water Feature for 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.