Photo of a mid-sized backyard full sun garden for fall in Portland with with rock feature, river rock and a wood fence.

Gorgeous modern landscape with clean lines and stunning detail.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern front yard full sun driveway in Dallas with with rock feature, gravel and a wood fence.

Japanese style garden

PLT Design

The client wanted a low maintenance garden based on a Japanese theme. The original garden was a blank canvas as the house had just been built, however there was a considerable slope to the garden and it was quite overlooked. The design was based on a Japanese ‘Karesansui’ or dry landscape garden. To remove the slope the garden was tiered into an upper and lower level using large purbeck rocks. A dry river bed runs diagonally across the garden. Stepping stones allow access to the garden, with a Japanese style wooden humpback bridge crossing the dry river bed. This leads to an arbour in the corner, a place to sit, relax and enjoy views of the garden. Another seating area is located in the top corner of the garden next to a railway sleeper focal point. The planting scheme is low maintenance, being predominantly evergreen and offering all year round interest. Three feature blossoming Cherry trees were planted to further enhance the Japanese feel and prevent the garden from being overlooked. The end result is a calm and serene garden to sit and relax in and enjoy the different views.

Paver Parking Court

Live Green Landscape Associates Llc

Travertine parking court with red brick border and mortared-stone apron.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean front yard full sun driveway for summer in Baltimore with with rock feature and natural stone pavers.

Connie S.

Sills Landscape Design

Mid-sized transitional front yard full sun xeriscape in San Diego with with rock feature and river rock for winter.

Sunset Cliffs Complete Makeover with New Pool

Landscape Logic

We rebuilt this rock pond nestled within the tropical garden. It brings a tranquil sound to the yard.
Mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden in San Diego with with rock feature and decomposed granite.

Rosanna

John French Landscape Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Melbourne with with rock feature and gravel.

Projet Déco Jardin

Elodie Dugué Photographe

Aménagement paysager du devant de ce très beau corps de ferme rénové.
This is an example of a mid-sized country front yard partial sun garden for spring in Nantes with with rock feature and natural stone pavers.

PANORAMA

The Construction Group Montana, LLC

Rock, Stone, Boulders and Bark.
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury sloped garden in Other with with rock feature and natural stone pavers.

Cougar Mountain Residence

Kim Rooney Design

Landscape by Kim Rooney Fire, Water, Wood, & Rock - A Northwest modern garden for family and friends
Mid-sized modern backyard partial sun formal garden in Seattle with with rock feature and concrete pavers.

Modern Oakland Vista

Sarah Herman Landscape Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Francisco with with rock feature and concrete pavers.

Fully utilized garden

Blue Hibiscus Gardens

Blue Thumb fountain centered on window to be viewed from inside
Mid-sized transitional backyard xeriscape with with rock feature, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Rosanna

John French Landscape Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized country backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Melbourne with with rock feature and gravel.

Traditional Beach Cottage

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Curving Calstone pathway leading to front porch. Front yard features artificial turf and planting beds with decorative mulch and granite boulders.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun garden in San Francisco with with rock feature and natural stone pavers.

Mountain View Low Water Pollinator Garden

Paradise Garden & Landscape

Photo of a mid-sized country front yard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with with rock feature.

杉並の石庭

田邉淳司一級建築士事務所　　　　

This is an example of a mid-sized asian front yard full sun formal garden in Tokyo with with rock feature, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Rock Garden

Forever Young Landscape

This project took Place in Rancho Santa Margarita we converted a traditional back yard into a Beautiful rock garden with a birdbath and paver pad. We used a weed barrier underneath the pebble to ensure we don't have any weeds popping up in between the rocks anytime soon.

Drought Tolerant Garden

Creative Zen, Inc. Landscape Designer & Contractor

A complete remodeled landscape from grass lawn to a drought resistant garden that incorporates the beauty of low maintenance plants, natural stones and modern look of rustic outdeco fence panels.

Australian Native Front Yard

City Botanics

Inspiration for a mid-sized and australian native contemporary front yard full sun xeriscape in Sydney with with rock feature and brick pavers.

The Gibson's - Decorative Rock / Storm Managment

Roanoke Excavating and Landscapes

Decorative rock can be a beautiful and practical choice for landscaping, particularly when it comes to storm management. In addition to adding visual interest and texture to your landscape, decorative rock can help to control erosion and improve drainage. By using landscape stone to redirect water flow and manage excess runoff, you can protect your property from damage and maintain the integrity of your landscape. Decorative rock is also a low maintenance choice that requires minimal upkeep, making it a convenient and cost-effective option for storm management.

Mid-sized Garden Design Ideas with with Rock Feature

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.