This perennial garden is full of grasses and plants that bloom throughout the year. The specimen tree is Acer griseum (Paperbark Maple), and is known for its exfoliating copper orange bark + exceptional fall color.

Malibu

Campion Walker Landscapes

The transformation from a registered landslide hillside to a stunning garden oasis, is truly breathtaking. The pool was updated and the Corten steel arbor cleverly cantilevered on this 5 acre property. Using a crib wall system (Slope Block) allowed us to create lush terraces from toe to top - garden pathways lined with boulders create the illusion they were always there. The Slope Block was acid stained and planted so they eye can see just a hint of the bones through the lush California and Australian native plants and trees.

Wood Fences

Dakota Unlimited

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Minneapolis with mulch.

My Projects

Wadescapes

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden in Other with a retaining wall and mulch.

Gates

Double J Fencing, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized country backyard full sun garden in Other with mulch.

Wood Fences

Allied Fence Co

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Atlanta with mulch.

Stone Walls

Creative Masonry & Landscape of Cape Cod

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Boston with a retaining wall and mulch.

Retaining Walls

Twin Oaks Lawn and Landscape, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in New York with a retaining wall and mulch.

Residential Work

SOLscape, LLC

Photo of a small traditional side yard partial sun garden for summer in Bridgeport with mulch.

Seaside Low Maintenance Landscapes

Maria Hickey & Associates Landscapes

I love to use long blooming low maintenance perennials and annuals in my landscapes. The color combinations in this landscape are vibrant and simply gorgeous.

Garden Boarder

Native Gardening

Photo of a small and australian native traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Houston with a garden path and mulch.

Our Work

Landscape Illumination, Inc.

Large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in Chicago with with pond and mulch.

Chicken Coop

Revolution Landscape

Custom designed front yard chicken coop made of western red cedar. Plantings in the foreground include Feather Grass, multiple citrus varieties, and edible artichokes.

Terraced plantings with siloam stone walls

Accent Landscapes

Retaining walls allow for attractive terraces that create full and colorful planting areas. Photos by Roger Haywood, Seth Soukup, Neil Podoll
Expansive traditional backyard partial sun garden in Denver with a retaining wall and mulch for fall.

Space Picket/Semi Private

Harrison Fence

Inspiration for a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Raleigh with mulch.

Custom Horizontal Western Red Cedar

All Access Fence - Wood, Vinyl & Ornamental Iron

Custom horizontal western red cedar fence. 3/4" thick true western red cedar horizontal boards with cedar posts, and cap. We have many different styles to choose from. All custom built. Serving all of Denver Colorado Metro and Northern Colorado

Bunce Residence

Personal Touch Landscape

Inspiration for a large tropical front yard partial sun formal garden in Hawaii with mulch.

California Ranch Dreaming

Christiane Holmquist Landscape Design

Emma Almendarez
Mid-sized mediterranean front yard partial sun xeriscape in San Diego with mulch and a garden path.

Landscapers Dream Estate, Atherton CA

Carrington Hill Designs, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional sloped full sun garden in San Francisco with mulch.

Native Plantscape 1920's Renovation

Spaulding Landscape Architects, LLC

spaulding landscape architects, llc woodland plantings
Photo of an arts and crafts backyard shaded garden in New York with mulch.

Garden Design Ideas with Mulch

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.