Raised planter boxes arranged to maximize light and micro climate conditions
Photo of a large country backyard full sun formal garden in Vancouver with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden

Jackie and the Beanstalk

Raised beds and gate surrounded by Joseph's Coat climbing rose in this beautiful garden
Photo of a large mediterranean backyard full sun garden in San Diego with a vegetable garden and decomposed granite.

Enclosed vegetable garden

Landsburg Landscape Nursery

Photo of a large country side yard full sun formal garden for summer in Minneapolis with a vegetable garden, mulch and a wood fence.

Homefront Farmers Projects

Homefront Farmers

Split rail or post and rail fencing is a great option when you want to add a touch of rustic charm to your yard. We have a system that incorporates long-lasting cedar fencing, durable, attractive galvanized "cage mesh," below ground pest barrier, and raised beds filled with balanced organic soil. Beautiful, protected, and productive--that's our idea of a great garden.

Ted's Biodynamic Garden

Ted Carter Inspired Landscapes

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Portland Maine with a vegetable garden and mulch.

Potomac Kitchen Garden and Outdoor Living Area

Landscape Projects, Inc.

Contemporary Farmhouse New Construction (Hoffman-Yountville, Napa)

Holder Parlette Architecture + Landscapes

Design ideas for a large country backyard full sun garden for summer in San Francisco with gravel and a vegetable garden.

Custom Steel Garden Beds

Pistils Landscape Design + Build

Rusted steel garden beds.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean backyard partial sun garden in Portland with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Edible Landscaping

Revolution Landscape

More than a dozen varieties of fruit trees from apples to avocados are planted throughout the landscape along with perennial strawberries and artichokes. Wooden and steel raised beds are gorgeous and provide ample growing space for seasonal veggies.

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Kate Eyre Garden Design

Kate Eyre Garden Design
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard garden in London with a vegetable garden.

Vegetable Garden

AJF Design

This is an example of a large country backyard formal garden in New York with a vegetable garden and natural stone pavers.

Vegetable garden and retaining wall

Springfield Design

Photo of a large contemporary backyard full sun garden in San Diego with a vegetable garden.

Outdoor Learning Center

Integrated Design Studio, Inc.

raised veggie beds, sun dial, concrete walls
Large contemporary backyard full sun formal garden in San Francisco with a vegetable garden and concrete pavers.

Backyard Retreat

J. Montgomery Designs, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in San Francisco with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Ted's Biodynamic Garden

Ted Carter Inspired Landscapes

Design ideas for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for summer in Portland Maine with a vegetable garden and mulch.

Kentfield estate kitchen garden

Avant Garden

Kitchen garden with redwood raised beds. Photo by Galen Fultz
Design ideas for a large traditional backyard garden in San Francisco with a vegetable garden.

parterre-inspired veggie garden

Margie Grace - Grace Design Associates

Photo of a large transitional backyard partial sun formal garden in Santa Barbara with gravel and a vegetable garden.

Gardener's Garden

The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design

The Ardent Gardener Landscape Design
This is an example of a large traditional side yard full sun formal garden for summer in Salt Lake City with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Grow zone, with greenhouse & potting shed

Metamorphic Design

Greenhouse at the center of the growzone, potting shed at the bottom. Autumn crush gravel as base
Large modern backyard full sun garden in Vancouver with a vegetable garden and gravel.

Kirkland Permaculture Garden

N.W. Bloom EcoLogical Landscapes

Photo credit to Seattle Times
Photo of a large sloped full sun garden for summer in Seattle with a vegetable garden and mulch.

Large Garden Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden

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.