Mid-sized modern backyard full sun formal garden in DC Metro with with raised garden bed for summer.

Design ideas for a small modern backyard full sun formal garden for fall in Milan with with raised garden bed and gravel.

Misc. Projects

Studio 342 Landscape Architecture

Photo of a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Seattle with natural stone pavers and with raised garden bed.

Contemporary Planter

Conscious Environments Inc.

A simple contemporary planter is a great accent to this garden.
Mid-sized contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape in Orange County with with raised garden bed and concrete pavers for spring.

Northwest Family Resort

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Outside of Spokane, this formal garden area resides along this large property. Our clients wanted to garden without bending over, so these raised beds were built so the plants and vegetables sit about waist high. The metal fence is threaded tighter on the bottom to keep smaller critters out.

Cherrywood Charmer - Custom Vegetable Garden

Native Edge Landscape

This custom keyhole raised veggie bed was installed in place of the owners' original in-ground veggie bed. Made from gorgeous red cedar with built-in trellis support, it is much more beautiful and more convenient and accessible than the original bed.

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Phil Hirst Garden Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary front yard partial sun garden for summer with with raised garden bed.

NOVELLA RESIDENCE

ALDIA

Inspiration for a mid-sized backyard partial sun xeriscape in Orange County with with raised garden bed and concrete pavers.

Herbal Cutting Garden

Ecoscape Environmental Design

Nothing beats fresh-cut culinary herbs for your cooking creations. Just a few steps off the kitchen patio, this raised herb garden is a good example of permaculture zones. By growing food closer to the place you will use it, chances are you'll be more invested to keep the plants thriving and love the ease of snipping a few sprigs here and there!

Garden

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Container gardens sit next to a concrete paver driveway and modern home just nextdoor.
Inspiration for a small contemporary front yard full sun garden in Los Angeles with with raised garden bed and a wood fence.

Creating Space in Glassell Park

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

A sumptuous palette of yellow and purple plants graces the slope. It’s a lush and biodiverse selection of California natives and the spirited expanse of flowers and foliage grounds the new house into the surrounding hillside. Aromatic native Sages, Monkey Flower and Yarrow play off the rich green of Coyote Bush while native Blonde Ambition Blue Grama grass brushes the magenta pom-pom flowers of Pink Melaleuca tree. The tight purple flowers of California Lilac complement the open faced California Sunflower. A Coast Live Oak was planted to stand sentry over all. Plants are all hardy and highly drought tolerant. The Kurapia groundcover lawn is verdant but, once established, hardly needs watering. The constant buzzing and bird warbling create a soothing natural soundtrack.

Backyard clean up and remodel

Goodman's Painting Service

Neglected Garden bed and pool area resurfaced, cleaned and painted.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in Los Angeles with with raised garden bed.

Culver City - Backyard Swimming Pool

BE Landscape Design

Allen Haren - Photography
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Los Angeles with natural stone pavers, with raised garden bed and a wood fence.

Upper Beach 2 - Front Yard Parking Pad

Green Apple Landscaping

Inspiration for a small contemporary front yard driveway in Toronto with with raised garden bed and concrete pavers.

Riley House - Walnut Creek

The Ruth Bancroft Garden

Inspiration for a large eclectic partial sun xeriscape for spring in Other with with raised garden bed and gravel.

Bulimba Garden Renovation

Orterra

Outdoor lounge and vegetable garden
Mid-sized tropical backyard partial sun garden in Brisbane with with raised garden bed, decking and a metal fence.

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Rooted Garden, Inc

Mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden with with raised garden bed and gravel for spring.

Courtyard Garden Designer Redfern Sydney

Vogue & Vine - Landscape Designers Sydney

Our inner-city client in Redfern had a small outdoor courtyard which was impractical and he never used it for entertaining. Vogue and Vine were called in to create a liveable outdoor room and maximise space for seating and entertaining. We put down a new concrete floor and created built in bench seating and garden beds. We broke the space up using different materials and a modern colour palette. We used outdoor sofas and built in cushions to add a touch of glamour and warmth.

Queen Anne Makeover

Urban Oasis Design & Construction LLC

These Queen Anne homeowners had completely remodeled their home and were looking for a low maintenance, enjoyable yard that would accentuate their views and provide outdoor space for their dogs. Another important goal was to attract birds and pollinators to the garden, in part for photographic opportunities. A series of Corten planters create planting space along the back property line while leaving plenty of room for artificial turf that the family dogs can enjoy. A recirculating urn water feature creates a pleasant sound, a focal point and most importantly, attracts birds to the garden. Privacy screens designed using OutDeco panels create interest on both sides and focus views to the mountains in the background. Front and backyards were completely redesigned for ease of maintenance.

New Garden Design and Makeover

Designing Inside Out

Raised garden beds are featured in the backyard as well and designed to a height which can be used as seating if needed. Formal gardens will help disguise and soften the cement floor of the basketball court. The flowering fruit trees will grow to a height to offer shade and further hide the court.

Garden Design Ideas with with Raised Garden Bed

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.