The new lawn makes the garden seem bigger and deeper. It's a shallow garden with a point to the left, now concealed by trees and the swing seat. New planting contrasts purples, greys and greens. Jane Harries

Fabulous Containers and Planters

Hursthouse Landscape Architects and Contractors

Photo of a traditional backyard partial sun garden in Chicago with natural stone pavers.

Cambridge St, Pimlico, London

Filipa T | Landscape & Garden Design

Container planting is scattered around with annual planting for year-round interest, where a large Olive tree provides height.
Design ideas for a small traditional backyard partial sun garden in London with with flowerbed and a wood fence.

Tiny Front Garden

Fenton Roberts Garden Design

Jo Fenton
Inspiration for a small traditional front yard shaded formal garden for summer in London with a garden path and concrete pavers.

Traditional Garden

Design ideas for a small traditional backyard garden in London with natural stone pavers and with lawn edging.

Landscape Materials

Fredell Enterprises, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with natural stone pavers.

Finished Designs

Jill Davis Design

Photo and Design by Jill Davis
This is an example of a small traditional front yard partial sun formal garden for summer in Chicago with a garden path and mulch.

Old Town Alexandria Brick Entry

THE KING'S MASONS

Inspiration for a small traditional front yard partial sun garden in DC Metro with a garden path and brick pavers.

Our Work

Chicago's Fence

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard garden in Chicago.

My Landscaping Work

Dave Ryan Landscaping Nantucket

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun formal garden in Boston with a retaining wall and natural stone pavers.

Small Yard conversion with Path and Low Water use Plantings

User

This yard started with dead grass, no irrigation to the back planter, water seeping through the block wall and the yard felt small. We removed all grass, removed the dirt in the planter, tar backed the wall and added a valve and PVC line for irrigation. We then started the new design incorporating small moundings with a natural path and low water use plantings. Deana M. Chiavola

Water Features and Ponds

Good Earth Water Gardens

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun formal garden for spring in Kansas City with natural stone pavers and a retaining wall.

Small Front Entryway Landscape

Bluethumb Landscape

Small Landscape near front entryway to create an inviting passageway to your front door, also adds to your curb appeal. Bull rock placed instead of mulch for a even more appealing look.

Garden with oval lawns

Fenton Roberts Garden Design

Jo Fenton
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional garden in London.

Gravel gardens

Rebecca Webb Garden Designs

This garden was in almost complete shade all day and the soil was permanantly damp. This allowed us to create a small, shallow wildlife pond and surround it with moisture loving plants.

Colonial Charm

KD Landscape

Developing a landscape that complements the home style is paramount. This neo-colonial home features plantings, containers and a traditional brick entry that are in harmony with each other and in rhythm with the house. Astilbe, Hosta, and Rhododendron are featured with large beds of Pachysandra, creating a subtle, yet effective presentation.

Residential Landscape

Heavenly Greens

Home, yard beautification, heavenly greens, artificial turf, artificial grass
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with concrete pavers.

Lush Front Yard

a Blade of Grass

Photo of a small traditional front yard full sun garden in Boston.

Spring and Summer Container Design

The Crafted Garden

Standard Hibiscus with begonias. l]Lavender and boxwood fill border behind.
Inspiration for a large traditional backyard full sun formal garden for summer in New York with a container garden.

Seasonal Color Installations

R&S Landscaping

Photo of a small traditional front yard partial sun garden for spring in New York with a garden path.

Traditional Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Traditional 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 traditional 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 Traditional Garden for Your Home

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