Credit: Frank Organ
Traditional garden in Other.

Napa Valley Natural Pool

ROCHE+ROCHE Landscape Architecture

This is an example of a contemporary garden in San Francisco.

Various Projects

Jade Landscape & Design

Inspiration for a garden in Edmonton with with privacy feature.

Asian Inspired Courtyard

Captivate Landscape Design & Architecture

This is an example of an asian partial sun garden in Wollongong with decking.

All seasons garden | Artistry Landscaping Design

Artistry Landscape Design

Fall color on a weeping cherry tree.
Inspiration for a contemporary backyard partial sun garden for fall in Chicago with mulch.

Malibu Crest

Studio Bracket

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury side yard full sun garden in Los Angeles with concrete pavers.

エクステリア&和庭リフォーム　埼玉県さいたま市

NOD GARDEN

Design ideas for a mid-sized asian backyard partial sun formal garden in Other with a water feature and gravel.

Water features

Marlinski Landscape & Stone Work

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun formal garden in New York with a water feature.

Pathways

PELL-BUILDER INC.

Exposed Aggregate Concrete
This is an example of a mid-sized front yard full sun garden in Vancouver with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Anémones

Vanessa Cottin

Vanessa Cottin
This is an example of a garden for spring in Other.

Cyclamen

Laara Copley-Smith Design

Laara Copley-Smith
Design ideas for a traditional garden in Surrey.

Buderim Meadows

Living Style Landscapes

This is an example of a tropical garden in Sunshine Coast.

Harry Lauder's Walking Stick

Monrovia

Photo by Doreen Wynja. Harry Lauder's Walking Stick / Corylus avellana 'Contorta' (Own Root). Close Up.
Design ideas for a garden in Los Angeles.

Solana xeriscape, cameron flagstone, drought tolerant, terrace retaining walls

The Design Build Company

Solana Beach project with architect Damian Baumhover, installation of all exterior landscaping and hardscape by Rob Hill Landscape architect/contractor - Hill's landscapes inc

Beachfront Bliss

Woodling Landscape Design

This enviable property sits perched on the bluff directly across from the ocean in the La Selva Beach neighborhood of Aptos. Project goals included overall beautification via plants with year-round color and showy blooms, more privacy on the patio and deck, and a way to deter frequent dog-walkers from cutting through the garden. We accomplished this last goal by building up soil mounds behind retaining walls and using taller plants at the apex. Privacy for the deck was achieved by the addition of sleek stucco walls. Project features a large swath of a walkable, drought-tolerant grass alternative. Special care was devoted to selecting plants that can withstand the wind, fog and salt-spray that occur near the ocean. South African and Australian plants figure prominently into the plant palette and create a vibrant complimentary color scheme against the ocean backdrop. Who wouldn't want to spend time in this ocean-view garden?

Urban Farmstead

Plan-it Earth Design

A sunny spot for vegetables and fruit in the narrow side yard. Design by Amy Whitworth Installed by J Walter Landscape & Irrigation Trellises and painted sculpture by Indio Metal Arts Photo by Janet Loughrey

Mailbox

Brown Bros. Masonry

Brick mailbox with stone cap and matching number stones, enclosing a secure lock box.
Photo of a traditional front yard full sun driveway in Portland.

Ornate Brick Wall and Herringbone Walkway

THE KING'S MASONS

This formal brick garden wall and herringbone walkway features a custom arched wrought iron gate, bull-nosed molded brick capping and accents, with intricate pierced brickwork. Incredible design and expert masonry skills!

Garden for a barn conversion

Joanne Alderson Design

Modern courtyard garden for a barn conversion designed by Jo Alderson Phillips @ Joanne Alderson Design, Built by Tom & the team at TS Landscapes & photographed by James Wilson @ JAW Photography

Front Yard and Backyard Landscaping and Floral Ideas

Marula Landscape & Design

Mid-sized front yard partial sun formal garden in Austin with a garden path and concrete pavers for spring.

Pink, Yellow Garden Design Ideas

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.