Mid-sized mediterranean courtyard partial sun formal garden in Miami with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

View from the bluestone patio, down the brick walk, to side entrance.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional courtyard full sun formal garden in Boston with natural stone pavers.

Ni-water Composition

Outdoor Craftsmen

This is an example of a mid-sized country backyard formal garden in Denver with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Gallery Of Work

CAMILLA CAVAN DESIGN LLC

The View, the Sound, and the smell, all bring the meaning to "The Memory of the PLACE".
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional backyard partial sun formal garden in Phoenix with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Boreum Hill Brownstone Garden

New Eco Landscapes

Photos by Anthony Chrisafulli
Mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun garden in New York with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers for summer.

Alexander Residence

Hawkeye Landscape Design

Entry way to the 2 acre hillside home.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden for spring in Los Angeles with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

West University

Exterior Worlds Landscaping & Design

Carl Mayfield
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun garden in Houston with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Sample of our quality design and workmanship

Creative Environments

This is an example of a mid-sized asian side yard partial sun xeriscape in San Francisco with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Long awaited garden and patio space finally in.

Hillside Nurseries

It was pretty much a blank area but with some elevation issues. The seating wall served 2 purposes as a seating space but also to retain some of the patio. Natural fieldstone steppers lead from the driveway area to the patio. An assortment of perennials and plantings soften the hardscape project. Serviceberry, hybrid dogwood, and a large dwarf pine are the anchor plants. We also created a raised vegetable garden space off the patio too. Marc Depoto (Hillside Nurseries Inc.)

Limestone Built-In Benches and Fire Pit

Studio H Landscape Architecture

Photography by Studio H Landscape Architecture & COCO Gallery. Post processing by Isabella Li.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard garden in Orange County with a fire feature and natural stone pavers.

Mediterranean Garden

Hawkeye Landscape Design

We began this project with the idea of making a friendly entryway and social area under the Mulberry tree which provides much needed shade in this hot, mountainous area. The 'red fescue' meadow grass has a cooling effect and the agaves reduce the need for excess water and maintenance. The backyard has a covered dining area with a corner lounge and fireplace. The large barbecue offers a cantilevered counter for entertaining. The waterfall into the pool is surrounded with bamboo and plantings that emulate the hillside beyond the property. The permeable paving and mix of Vitex and Olive trees provide shade for smaller seating areas to enjoy the variety of succulents throughout the garden

Walkways & Paths

The Pattie Group Inc

The Pattie Group
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard shaded garden in Cleveland with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Zero Lawn Xeriscape

David Morello Garden Enterprises, Inc.

Flower lover garden David Morello
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts front yard garden for summer in Houston with natural stone pavers and with flowerbed.

Typical Residential Projects

Richard P. Rauso, ASLA, Landscape Architects

Richard P. Rauso, ASLA
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in Other with a water feature and natural stone pavers.

Contemporary Poolscape

Arbordale Landscaping

The existing brick wall created a beautiful back drop for the lionhead fountain. Raised Credit Valley wall extends over the the pool and stairs. We can see the beginning of the impressive Beech hedge on the left and the Yew hedge on the right. A small plant bed in front of the wall allows for some seasonal colour without detracting from the beauty of the Credit Valley ledgerock walls.

Stone Retaining Walls and Sitting Walls

English Stone

English Stone
Inspiration for a mid-sized country side yard garden in Minneapolis with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Lakeside Retreat: Lake Winnipesaukee

Stephens Landscaping Professionals, LLC

Granite Steps and Softscapes
Photo of a mid-sized country backyard full sun garden for summer in Manchester with natural stone pavers.

Custom Garden Gate in iron and Cedar

Land Art Design, Inc.

Designed and built by Land Art Design, Inc. We designed this cedar gate with a hanging lantern and privacy fence.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary backyard garden in DC Metro with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

Alan Block wall and paver patio

Choice Landscapes LLC

Choice Landscapes LLC
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional sloped partial sun formal garden for spring in Seattle with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Bedminster NJ

The Todd Group

Photo of a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for fall in New York with natural stone pavers and a garden path.

Mid-sized Garden Design Ideas with Natural Stone Pavers

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.