Golf, swim, or ride horses at this private back yard county club.
This is an example of a large country backyard partial sun xeriscape for spring in San Francisco with river rock and a metal fence.

Garden feature

Magical Gardens

Timber pergola with a corrugated PVC roof.
This is an example of a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Glasgow with river rock and a wood fence.

Kemptown Garden

Green Rooms landscapes & gardens

Garden Design – Town courtyard garden with a Japanese theme. Eco-Design – Use of gravel rather than paving reduces the carbon footprint substantially. Sustainable Design – Retaining walls made from timber. Carbon remains embedded in the wood.

Project | Russet

flaura

Mid-sized modern backyard partial sun formal garden in Other with river rock and a wood fence for summer.

Modern Farmhouse in the Valley

GO Designs Inc.

“Home” is in the Valley…Designed & Built What a difference the right curb appeal can make. It plays a significant role in that warm, inviting feeling you get when you return. A well-maintained lawn, vibrant flowers lining the walkway, and a charming front brick porch adorned with cozy seating was designed and built to create an immediate sense of welcome. The outdoor colors of the exterior hardscapes evoke a feeling of sophistication, tranquility and cheerfulness, especially how it complements the surrounding landscape. A tasteful front door, framed by decorative plants, draws you in and hints at the warmth inside. Details like outdoor lighting, decorative house numbers and seasonal wreath add character and shows that the home is loved and cared for. Each time you pull onto the brick paver driveway, it reminds you of the comfort and joy that awaits inside, making every return feel like a heartfelt reunion. A lifetime of memories will be made here and become some of the most cherished moments in our clients lives as well as their friends and family. Ultimately, it’s the everyday moments—the small, simple pleasures—that weave the fabric of memories in a cozy home, making it a sanctuary filled with love, laughter, and lasting joy.

Drainage Dispersal Rock Garden

Sarah Ray Landscape Design

This is an example of an asian sloped garden in San Francisco with river rock.

VIVENDA EN CABRAL

Arela Arquitectura

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional side yard partial sun driveway for spring in Other with river rock and a stone fence.

Duvall Relaxing Garden

Kismet Design- Landscape Architecture

Photo of a backyard garden in Seattle with river rock.

Ландшафтный дизайн с водоемом (Батюшково, Дмитровский район)

Ландшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой

Перголы с местами для отдыха расположены рядом с розарием
Photo of a large traditional sloped full sun xeriscape for fall in Moscow with river rock and a stone fence.

Side yard Landscape with Putting Green

JLM Construction

Showing: *Custom designed putting green with a Sail Awning for shade around the hot tub and Putting Green *Small pergola built over the new Custom BBQ counter with grill & storage *String lights are used throughout the yard instead of overhead lights in the pergola

Project | Russet

flaura

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with river rock and a wood fence.

Project | Russet

flaura

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with river rock and a wood fence.

Project | Russet

flaura

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with river rock and a wood fence.

Garden feature

Magical Gardens

Timber pergola with a corrugated PVC roof.
Photo of a small contemporary backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Glasgow with river rock and a wood fence.

Pergola Garden Design Ideas with River Rock

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.