Inspiration for a traditional partial sun garden in Boston.

San Francisco Decorator Showcase 2014

Though this formal boxwood hedged garden was traditional we wanted it to feel ecletic. The Mckinnon and Harris bench really ties it all together with its traditional design and modern execution of flowly lines and pop of red color. This opened the door for us to use playful oversized pieces like the copper repose snail.

North Salem, NY

PW Scott Engineering & Architecture

Lakeside family home, custom designed, 6BR, 3 BA., family room with fire place, open floor plan, natural landscaping, gourmet kitchen, spa bath. Ground Breakers, Inc. - North Salem,NY Site Work (914.485.1416) Till Gardens - Old Tappan, NJ Landscape Architect (201.767.5858)

Red Cross Show House

Fernando Wong Outdoor Living Design

Inspiration for a mediterranean partial sun garden in Miami with a water feature and gravel.

Edible Urban Oasis

Mark S. Garff, Landscape Architect

In south Seattle, a tiny backyard garden needed a makeover to add usability and create a sitting area for entertaining. Raised garden beds for edible plants provide the transition between the existing deck and new patio below, eliminating the need for a railing. A firepit provides the focal point for the new patio. Angles create drama and direct flow to the steel stairs and gate. Installed June, 2014. Photography: Mark S. Garff ASLA, LLA

Space Picket/Semi Private

Harrison Fence

Wood Space Picket with French Gothic Pickets, Painted
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Raleigh with a garden path and mulch.

LaurelRock Company: Back Country Manor

LaurelRock

Karen Bussolini
Design ideas for an expansive traditional front yard partial sun driveway in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Japanese Tea House

Miriam's River House Designs, LLC

Photo shows a front view of the Japanese tea House before an Tea Ceremony was held. Photo credits: Dan Drobnick
Inspiration for a mid-sized asian backyard partial sun garden in Cleveland with gravel.

Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY

Westover Landscape Design

Like most growing families, this client wanted to lure everyone outside. And when the family went outdoors, they were hoping to find flamboyant color, delicious fragrance, freshly grilled food, fun play-spaces, and comfy entertaining areas waiting. Privacy was an imperative. Seems basic enough. But a heap of challenges stood in the way between what they were given upon arrival and the family's ultimate dreamscape. Primary among the impediments was the fact that the house stands on a busy corner lot. Plus, the breakneck slope was definitely not playground-friendly. Fortunately, Westover Landscape Design rode to the rescue and literally leveled the playing field. Furthermore, flowing from space to space is a thoroughly enjoyable, ever-changing journey given the blossom-filled, year-around-splendiferous gardens that now hug the walkway and stretch out to the property lines. Soft evergreen hedges and billowing flowering shrubs muffle street noise, giving the garden within a sense of embrace. A fully functional (and frequently used) convenient outdoor kitchen/dining area/living room expand the house's floorplan into a relaxing, nature-infused on-site vacationland. Mission accomplished. With the addition of the stunning old-world stone fireplace and pergola, this amazing property is a welcome retreat for year round enjoyment. Mission accomplished. Rob Cardillo for Westover Landscape Design, Inc.

Cape Cod in the Burbs

Western DuPage Landscaping, Inc.

This was a Illinois Landscape Contractors Excellence in Landscape Awards, Gold Award wining project in 2008. This home was also featured on the Glen Ellyn Garden walk.

Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home zen garden under floating stairs

Whipple Russell Architects

Laurel Way Beverly Hills modern home zen garden under floating stairs. Photo by William MacCollum.
Small asian courtyard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with gravel and a stone fence.

WIMBLEDON FAMILY HOUSE

STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS

The rear garden was re-designed by Justin Greer as part of the project and was largely implemented by the principal contractor. It turned-out to be quite a major landscaping exercise, and included the creation of different levels and much-improved connections with the house via new steps and terraces. Photographer: Nick Smith

Formal Entry

Eisler Landscapes

Entry courtyard with formal boxwood planting with shrubs, grasses and daylilies.
Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard partial sun outdoor sport court in Other with natural stone pavers.

Fire Feature 1

Choice Landscapes LLC

Choice Landscapes LLC
Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard partial sun formal garden for spring in Seattle with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Casual Elegance in Westchester County, NY

Westover Landscape Design

Beatrix Potter Garden

Terra Ferma Landscapes

A beautiful overview of the cottage garden.
Large eclectic backyard partial sun garden in San Francisco with gravel and a vegetable garden for summer.

Lakeside garden

West Winds Nursery LLC

The Pennsylvania Bluestone walk and native plantings of wildflowers, grasses and evergreens make this an attractive walk to the new dock.
Inspiration for a beach style sloped partial sun garden for fall in DC Metro with natural stone pavers.

Picketts Harbor

Jeff Klingel Landscape

Photo of a large contemporary backyard partial sun garden in Other with mulch.

Brookhaven Custom Home

Vincent Longo Custom Builders

Photo of a mid-sized traditional side yard partial sun formal garden in Atlanta with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Lake Home Paradise

Jacobs Grant Design ltd

This site was graded to hide the view of the circle driveway from the house.
Design ideas for a traditional front yard partial sun garden in Columbus.

Green Partial Sun Garden Design Ideas

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.