Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun xeriscape in Santa Barbara with a water feature, natural stone pavers and a wood fence.

Our Work

Ray's Lawn & Home Care

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional partial sun garden in Other with a retaining wall and mulch.

Church Orchard Cottage - Garden Terrace

Oliver Grahame Photography

Mid-sized traditional backyard formal garden in Gloucestershire with with raised garden bed.

Zilker Native Chic

Native Edge Landscape

his yard was transformed from a bland bilder basic to a fun and lush xeriscaped entry way. To make the yard feel bigger, we removed the driveway and used gravel from end to end, creating an open, borderless planting and patio space across the entire front yard. For extra security and privacy, a fence was added along the front, which features an automatic gate for easy use as they come and go. With the limestone facade being one of the customers least favorite features of the house, we planted fig ivy vines to grow and cover it.

Versaille

Prime Realty

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional side yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Los Angeles with a garden path and natural stone pavers.

English Garden

Springhetti Luxury Outdoor Spaces

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Other with a retaining wall.

PisaOne Block wall

Island Aquatics

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun garden for summer in Vancouver with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Jardin de ville 100m2 - Bruxelles -Jardin de chambres

Urban Garden designer

Pivoine @Marguerite Ferry
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Brussels with brick pavers.

Orange Outdoor Architectural and Landscape Lighting

Orange County Night Lights Inc

In this photo , we used a combination of Up Lights , Downlights, Path Lights and recessed lighting. This photo shows what a few properly placed lights can do to enhance your curb appeal.

Back yard wedding | Artistry Landscaping Design

Artistry Landscape Design

Rustic themed containers with annuals with variegated leaves or white flowers. Some containers were vintage ceramic pipes tied with burlap bows.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard shaded formal garden for spring in Chicago with a container garden and mulch.

Cosy Nest for Someone Special Ranch Style

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Suzanne Wilkerson
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Charlotte with a garden path.

309 LB

Deibys Landscaping INC.

LB Sage Garden
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard partial sun garden in Los Angeles with mulch.

Hennesy

User

Hidden Leaf Productions
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional courtyard shaded formal garden in Sydney with a retaining wall and brick pavers.

Aménagement paysager d'un jardin de ville...

L'Aurey Des Jardins Paysagiste

L'Aurey Des Jardins
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional full sun garden in Paris.

Home Garden

Fairley Trees & Landscapes

Sown wildflowers flourishing in year 2
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard garden for summer in Other.

Terrasse

Paus Gartendesign

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional garden in Dusseldorf.

Invernadero adosado a casa de invitados

AB estudio

F. Scheffel
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun driveway for summer in Other with a container garden and natural stone pavers.

Jardin de ville 100m2 - Bruxelles -Jardin de chambres

Urban Garden designer

Lila du fond du jardin @Marguerite Ferry
Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden in Brussels with brick pavers.

Un jardin des années 60

Kevin Clare - Paysagiste

Perspective vers le fond du jardin
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional garden in Paris.

Jardin En Essonne

Sophie Durin | Empreinte Paysagère

Sophie Durin Paysagiste
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional sloped garden in Paris with a garden path and decking.

Mid-sized Shabby-Chic Style Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 Shabby-Chic Style Garden for Your Home

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