Inspiration for a large traditional backyard partial sun garden in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Desert Contemporary

On Site Landscape

Large contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape in Phoenix with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Sculpture in the Landscape

Janice Parker Landscape Architects

A look from the garden staircase back through the pergola showing the curved path to the pool house. Photo credit: Neil Landino
Large traditional side yard partial sun garden in New York with gravel and a garden path for summer.

Lake Bluff Lodge (Completed)

Modern Rustic Homes

Stone path winding from the home along the side to the back yard.
Photo of a large country side yard partial sun garden for summer in Atlanta with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Cedar Arbor and Fence with Stone Wall

Land Art Design, Inc.

Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc.
Design ideas for a large country backyard garden in DC Metro with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Landscaping Highlights

Sisson Landscapes

Framing a contemporary fountain with a boxwood parterre.
Photo of a large traditional front yard full sun formal garden in DC Metro with a garden path and gravel.

Fencing and Gates

Prodigy Design

Los Felize Entry Gate with an Asian twist!
Photo of a large asian front yard partial sun formal garden in Los Angeles with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Mediterranean Front Hillside Garden - Novato, California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

The hillside garden two years after it was planted. This sloped hillside was been transformed into a beautiful tapestry of colors and textures in every season. I specified drought tolerant plants and shrubs that are low maintenance and deer resistant. Located in Novato, CA - Marin County. The hillside has filled in beautifully! © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Front Yard Curb Appeal - Huntingtown

LiveWell Outdoors

New walkway using Belgard Urbana pavers with a Dublin Rectangle border. The inlay was created using Mega Arbel. The photo is by CMWheelock Photography.

Completed Projects

Peninsula Building Materials

Interlocking Paver pathway photo courtesy of Calstone
Photo of a large traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and brick pavers.

Chestnut Hill Residence

Sudbury Design Group

This stately, Chestnut Hill, circa 1890, brick home sits on idyllic grounds of mature planting. Our objective was to integrate the new with the old world charm of the property. We achieved this with additional plantings, seasonal color, restoring and adding masonry walls and steps as well as the installation of an elegant eurocobble drive and courtyard. Photography: Greg Premru Photography

Mill Valley- Loft meets Ranch

Integrated Design Studio, Inc.

photo credit: Bob Morris
This is an example of a large contemporary front yard partial sun formal garden in San Francisco with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Specialty Features

Premier Service

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard shaded garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Steps and Junipers 3 Years Later in the Fall

Zone4 Landscapes Ltd.

The golden junipers have grown into the point where their graceful arms are almost touching and starting to create the desired effect.
Large country sloped shaded garden in New York with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

The Lachman Residence

Studio H2O

Design ideas for a large modern front yard full sun driveway for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Malvern, PA

Fine Garden Creations

Elizabeth Haegele
Large traditional backyard shaded formal garden in Philadelphia with a garden path and natural stone pavers for summer.

Valley Club Mid-Century

DD Ford Construction

Jim Bartsch Photography
Large midcentury backyard full sun formal garden in Santa Barbara with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Cold Springs Road Montecito Mediterranean Landscape

Natural Concepts Landscaping Contractors

A gravel path winds through native drought-tolerant plantings
Large mediterranean side yard garden in Santa Barbara with a garden path.

Scandinavian Farmhouse

Amy Martin Landscape Design

www.jfaynovakphotography.com
Large scandinavian side yard partial sun formal garden in Boston with a garden path and concrete pavers for fall.

Urban Denver with Rustic Montana

Environmental Designs, Inc.

The plant combinations attract butterflies, have fragrance and a variety of colors. Ninety percent of the yard consists of perennials but there is plenty of space for the homeowner to add annual color every year.

Large Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

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.