Photo of a mediterranean garden in Miami.

Bi-parting Swing Gate

Los Gatos Iron Works Inc.

Wood and steel gate.
Photo of a mediterranean garden in San Francisco.

Landscape Lighting

The Lighting Geek

Photo of a mediterranean courtyard garden in Sacramento with a water feature and concrete pavers.

Sophisticated "South of the Border" Transformation where color is king

Siobhan's Outdoor Transformations

A commissioned mosaic fountain. I found the fountain and embellished it with glass mosaics.
Inspiration for a mediterranean garden in Tampa.

Flooring

User

Fun pattern with Octagon Terra cotta pavers and decorative tiles
Photo of a mediterranean courtyard full sun garden in Orange County with brick pavers.

Sea Lane Drive / Malibu

ARTO

Inspiration for a mediterranean garden in Phoenix.

Otazua Residence

Promise Path Landscaping Inc

Drought tolerant plant material for front yard planters with a contemporary touch with gray concrete, stucco wall cap with concrete cap to match new sidewalk. Plant material use on projetc was Coprosma repens marble queen, Aeonium, blue fescue grass, palo verde, Red kangaroo paws. Echeveria

Kid's club-Marbella club

Silvia Paredes Photographer

Silvia Paredes
Mediterranean garden in Madrid.

Olive Street

Kaveh Maguire Garden Design

Leucadendron salignum 'Winter Red'
This is an example of a mediterranean garden in San Luis Obispo.

Rancho Santa Fe Edible Garden

Jackie and the Beanstalk

Variegated Alstromerias-'Rock and Roll'
This is an example of a large mediterranean backyard full sun garden for summer in San Diego with a vegetable garden.

Nouvelle pièce de vie pour cette maison. Un petit bout d'Andalousie...

Nid'Extérieur, paysagistes concepteurs

Mediterranean garden in Bordeaux.

Pearl Street

Rose in Bloom Gardens

Contemporary low maintenance backyard in Santa Monica with waterfall and goldfish pond, accented with gas fire pit to match the flagstone patio, barbeque and entertaining area, pottery tucked into the landscape, stone retaining wall, back walls accented with bright colors. Izumi Tanaka Photography

Malibu

Campion Walker Landscapes

The transformation from a registered landslide hillside to a stunning garden oasis, is truly breathtaking. The pool was updated and the Corten steel arbor cleverly cantilevered on this 5 acre property. Using a crib wall system (Slope Block) allowed us to create lush terraces from toe to top - garden pathways lined with boulders create the illusion they were always there. The Slope Block was acid stained and planted so they eye can see just a hint of the bones through the lush California and Australian native plants and trees.

A Look into Our Gardens

arca design group, inc.

In this Albany, CA garden, we used a red hot Anigozanthus and orange Carex to set off the front yard. A subdued base of dark Phormium, plus cool colored succulents and Dymondia help the warm colors stand out.

Mission Canyon

Arroyo Seco Construction

Mediterranean garden in Santa Barbara.

Mini piscine, maxi bonheur

Slowgarden

Inspiration for a mediterranean garden in Other.

Aloe vaombe Basks In Late Afternoon Light

Gardens by Gabriel, Inc.

Gabriel Frank
Inspiration for a mediterranean xeriscape in San Luis Obispo.

Manzanita Gates Featuring Antique Gate Hardware

Gatemate Brand

Design ideas for a mediterranean garden in San Francisco.

Desert scape

CT Scapes

CT Scapes
Inspiration for a mediterranean garden in San Diego.

Solar Greenhouse Getaway

Ceres Greenhouse Solutions

A year-round greenhouse, stucco siding, attached to South side of garage
Mediterranean garden in Denver.

Mediterranean Red Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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.