This arid garden photo was taken just after the garden was installed so the plants are still small. Within a year, the shrubs in the background will hide the block perimeter wall and the neighbor's shed. An important part of landscape design is to solve visual problems. We used blue-black Mexican river rock to create the illusion of water in the permeable dry river. We call this style, our lush desert or soft desert design. The color theme is silver foliage or leaves, blue cactus, yellow flowers, blue flowers, accented by a dash of hot mango. Photo by Tina Cremer, H2 XERO Landscape.

Haus R - Wächtersbach

Architekturbüro Next Habitat

Haus R wurde als quadratischer Wohnkörper konzipert, welcher sich zur Erschließungsseite differenziert. Mit seinen großzügigen Wohnbereichen öffnet sich das ebenerdige Gebäude zu den rückwärtigen Freiflächen und fließt in den weitläufigen Außenraum. Eine gestaltprägende Holzverschalung im Außenbereich, akzentuierte Materialien im Innenraum, sowie die Kombination mit großformatigen Verglasungen setzen das Gebäude bewußt in Szene.

Family Farmhouse

Whitten Architects

Pond
Large country backyard full sun xeriscape in Portland Maine with with pond for winter.

Farmhouse Renovation

Dan Miller Architects Ltd

Architect + farmhouse renovation in the Catskill Mountains, NY.
Photo of a country backyard partial sun driveway for winter in New York with with pond.

Paradise

Greif Architects + LIVING ARCHITECTURE

Inspiration for an expansive asian front yard full sun formal garden for winter in Seattle with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Magill Courtyard

Distinctive Gardens

Photo of a contemporary courtyard partial sun garden for winter in Adelaide with with pond.

Casa Del Sol

Groundswell Gardens

Mid-sized midcentury backyard full sun xeriscape in Melbourne with with pond and natural stone pavers for winter.

Critical Storage Is Convenient

FormLA Landscaping

It is not foliage that presents the greatest ignition danger to homes. Creature comforts like cushions, umbrellas, some furnishings and artwork, toys and tools pose can be highly flammable and pose the most hazard. It is critical to store these items when they are not in active use. Having storage close makes it easier to get in the habit of doing so. Photo: Lesly Hall Photography

Winterkleid

GrünMaler

Und genau der Ganzjahresaspekt unterscheidet den Schwimmteich von einem Pool. Noch ein paar Minusgrade und das im Sommer kühlende Nass wird zur Eislauffläche freigegeben.

Winter im ZEN-Kloster Liebenau

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Winter-Gartenbonsai und Winter-Karikomi Auch im Winter verliert ein japanisch gestalteter Garten nichts von seiner Faszination. Dr. Wolfgang Hess, Firma Japan-Garten-Kultur

Traditional Landscape with Patio, Water Feature

Accent Landscapes

This custom water feature is integrated into a large paver patio. It serves as a stunning focal point and creates a soothing environment.
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for winter in Denver with with pond and brick pavers.

Jaliya's Memorial Garden

Garden Environments

Mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun garden in Raleigh with gravel and with pond for winter.

A tropical oasis on the Baja Peninsula

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The local Tarote trees were incorporated into the new travertine pool deck. They seem happier in this new paved environment than they were previously, for some odd reason. Photo-Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group

Surrey Country House Knot Garden by LS+L Landscape Design

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Surrey Country House Knot Garden by LS+L Landscape Design
Photo of a large traditional full sun formal garden for winter in Kent with with pond and gravel.

Загородный коттедж в КП "Графские Пруды"

A5 Design Group

"A-Provocateur" Аида Нураева
Inspiration for a contemporary garden for winter in Moscow with with pond.

Artificial Sod Done Right

Garden Lights Landscape and Pool Development Inc.

STEVE LAMBERT
Mid-sized traditional backyard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with pond and concrete pavers for winter.

Winter Wonderland - Subtle and Stunning

Salsbury-Schweyer, Inc

The landscape in winter. Snow accentuates the pond, softening all but the essential. Ornamental grasses, evergreens and fountain column provide only the most subtle of colors. Photo by Salsbury-Schweyer, Inc

Merino Lodge

Texture Landscapes: a division of Texture Group

Design ideas for an expansive country side yard full sun xeriscape for winter in Other with with pond.

Annapolis, MD

Moody Graham

Photographs by Allen Russ.
This is an example of a mid-sized backyard shaded garden for winter in Baltimore with with pond and mulch.

Winter im Zenkloster Liebenau

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der Teichgarten im Winter Zenkloster Liebenau Fotos: Dr. Wolfgang Hess
Design ideas for a large asian side yard partial sun garden for winter in Hanover with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Garden Design Ideas with with Pond for Winter

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.