Photograph © Richard Barnes
Large modern backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers for summer.

Aluminum Fences

Dakota Unlimited

This is an example of a large traditional side yard garden in Minneapolis.

Poolside in New Albany

Landscapes by Terra

Large traditional side yard partial sun garden in Columbus with with path and concrete pavers.

Cross Country Greenhouses

BC Greenhouse Builders Ltd

The interior of our twinwall polycarbonate greenhouse with interesting raised garden beds. A truly productive greenhouse!
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Vancouver with a container garden and gravel.

Horizontal Fence with Retaining Wall

Charlotte DreamScapes

The wall with the fence on top of it. The fence is not anchored behind the wall, instead the posts are freely floating through gravel behind the wall and are anchored in the wall's 1 foot foundation and an additional 3 feet below that.

Santa Monica Landscape

Amy J Smith Photography

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This is an example of a large modern front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Zen Garden

Lattanzio Landscapes

This is an example of a large asian backyard partial sun garden in Boston with gravel.

Garden Wall + Trellises

Weatherill & Associates

Large traditional backyard full sun garden in San Francisco with concrete pavers.

Elegant Hillside Home

Allen Construction

Architect: Tom Ochsner Landscape Architect: Rachelle Gahan General Contractor: Allen Construction Photographer: Jim Bartsch Photography
Large mediterranean side yard partial sun formal garden in Santa Barbara with a vegetable garden and natural stone pavers.

Garden Design, Alleyn Road Dulwich

Kate Eyre Garden Design

Marek Troszczynski
Inspiration for a large traditional front yard garden in London with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Eclectic Mountain Lyons

High Desert Designs, llc

Design ideas for a large eclectic backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with natural stone pavers and with rock feature.

ponton

T.O l'Atelier des Jardins

Photo of a large contemporary backyard garden in Bordeaux.

French Farmhouse

Mirador Builders

Inspiration for a large mediterranean front yard full sun formal garden for summer in Houston with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Tennessee River Overlook

Schmid & Rhodes Construction

Inspiration for a large traditional front yard driveway in Other with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Traditional Entryway

Scott's Landscaping, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional front yard driveway in Boston.

A new garden style for Atherton

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photo-Caitlin Atkinson This is one of the new pathways that we were able to create where there had formally been lawn. By mounding the planting areas, we were able to introduce healthy new soil.

Poolside Paradise

Michael D McIver | Landscape Design

Large contemporary front yard partial sun driveway in Portland with mulch for summer.

Panama City Landscape Design

Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect

This Mediterranean style landscape compliments the style of the home. The fountain in the motor court creates white noise that is reflected from the stucco walls of the house, covering any noise from the adjacent street. The infinity pool reflects the water of the bay. Fire bowls on either side of the pool provide ambience at night. Landscape lighting around the entire property enhances the fountain and palms and lights the way along the brick walkways. Emerald Coast Real Estate Photography

Beach Style Waterfront Estate, Mercer Island

SCJ Studio Landscape Architecture

A Mercer Island couple wanted to transform their yard from mushy lawn into a more usable, beach-like space. We added new concrete pads to connect the stairs to the waterfront complete with salvaged, cedar logs around a deconstructed wood-burning firepit, invigorating the space and creating a place to relax and entertain right on the water. Closer to the house, an ipe deck built around a new Paloform gas firepit created a new outdoor room for enjoying endless summer evenings. LED landscape lighting completes the improvements. Photography by: Miranda Estes

Lake Travis Natural Home

Botanical Concerns LLC

Rather than having a rain chain splatter water onto a front porch, water is directed into an urn which opens to an underground drainage pipe.
This is an example of a large mediterranean backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with gravel.

Large 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.