Photo of a small traditional backyard garden in New York with brick pavers and with waterfall.

Kleinerer Privatgarten mit Holzterrasse, angrenzendem Brunnen, extra Sitzplatz im hinteren Garten sowie Geräteschuppen. Das Brunnenbecken ist aus Cortenstahl, der Wasserfall entspringt aus einer in eine Klinkerwand integrierten Schütte aus Cortenstahl.

Mission Hills Contemporary

Torrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc

water feature, copper scuppers, cast concrete basin
Design ideas for a small contemporary backyard xeriscape in San Diego with with waterfall.

Contemporary New Build Garden

Apt Studios

Inspiration for a small modern backyard partial sun garden for summer in Other with with waterfall, decking and a wood fence.

Aquascape Fire Fountain

Magic Garden Dreams

One of our aquascape fire fountains. Can be an incredible add on to any new or pre-existing water feature.
Photo of a small tropical backyard partial sun garden in San Diego with a water feature, a fire feature, a garden path, with pond, with waterfall and river rock.

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The Land Mechanic

This is an example of a small contemporary backyard partial sun garden with with waterfall and concrete pavers.

BRENTWOOD RUSTIC-MODERN

Jeremy Taylor Landscapes

Design ideas for a small modern courtyard shaded xeriscape in Los Angeles with with waterfall and brick pavers.

Courtyard Garden by Graduate Gardeners

Graduate Gardeners Ltd

A lovely courtyard garden designed by Ian Morrison and the Graduate Gardeners team. This lovely courtyard has a beautiful Greek Urn water feature at its heart, surrounded by lovely stone walling and exquisite planting.

Manor Farm Barn - my own Cotswold courtyard garden

Joanne Alderson Design

My own Cotswold courtyard garden here in Hardwick. I used porcelain flags, a large reflection pool, mature trees & fabulous lighting to achieve this simple understated look

Water garden

AQL Landscape Design

Contemporary take on a Japanese water garden - with tropical planting, water fountain, pond and of course Koi! Landscape design and construction by AQL

Stoke Newington Garden

London Garden Designer

Inspiration for a small contemporary backyard partial sun formal garden in London with with waterfall and decking.

The Junction - Front Yard Urban Upgrade

Infinite Possibilities Landscape & Design

Photo of a small transitional front yard partial sun garden for summer in Toronto with with waterfall and natural stone pavers.

Hillside Waterfall

Good Earth Water Gardens

Water cascades down this hillside around a colorful landscape.
Photo of a small tropical sloped shaded garden for summer in Kansas City with mulch and with waterfall.

Garden pond

Jane Ashley Garden Design

Mature watergarden showing fishpond with bog garden behind, surrounded by lush planting. Alongside is a waterfall and separate wildlife pond. The paving is made from reclaimed Yorkstone. Plants include Amelanchier lamarkii, Lonicera nitida, Iris pseudacorus, arum lilies and Carex.

Fallen Leaves

Arbordale Landscaping

Stepping stones in a minimal gravel paved area lead past two lounge chairs to the intimate dining area. The herringbone-patterned limestone patio dissipates into a lush planting bed filled with loose swaths of shade-loving perennials and seasonal bulbs. Beech hedging, and formal clipped evergreens, surround the space and provide privacy, structure and winter interest to the garden. On axis to the main interior living space of the home, the fountain, is the focal point of the garden. A limestone water wall featuring an engraved pattern of fallen Honey Locust leaves nods to the centrally located mature Honey Locust tree that anchors the garden. Water, flowing down the wall, falls a short distance into a pool with a submerged limestone panel. The light noise of the falling water helps soften the sounds of the bustling downtown neighbourhood, creating a tranquil back drop for living and entertaining.

Formal Falls

Blue Thumb

Design ideas for a small garden in Other with with waterfall.

Waterscapes

Green Scapes, Inc.

Dreaming of a pond? Look no further! Green Scapes is here to turn your dream into a reality. Whether you want us to handle the design and installation or provide you with everything you need for a DIY project, we’ve got you covered. Our experienced team is always available to provide helpful advice on installation techniques and DIY projects. Visit our office today to explore our wide range of Aquascape supplies, including pond liners, pumps, filters, and more! ・・・ design. build. supply. create. ・・・

LaSalle Backyard

lilydesign

A new home needs some time for the landscape to mature, however this house backs onto a greenbelt, so the clients have nature at their door step. An avid gardener and nature lover, this client asked for a lap pool, outdoor shower, patio area, veggie garden and outdoor kitchen area. She received everything plus a water feature and a small pool house with a powder room. Materials include natural stone walls & raised planter, sand-etch concrete and patio slab inlays. Metal containers are used for the veggie garden in the side yard.

Project "S"

Stephen Coan Garden Design – Design/Install

A detail of the stone lined inflow channel from the homes downspout into the rain garden.
Inspiration for a small front yard partial sun garden in Philadelphia with with waterfall and river rock.

Patios

Aria Alfresco

This pretty little patio is complete with gas fire pit, seating wall and even a little waterfall!
Photo of a small contemporary backyard garden in Denver with with waterfall and natural stone pavers.

Small Garden Design Ideas with with Waterfall

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.