This is an example of a large traditional backyard full sun xeriscape in Denver with with lawn edging, river rock and a wood fence.

Spring Lake Front and Backyard Landscaping

Down to Earth Landscaping, Inc.

Stones and shrubbery
Inspiration for a traditional side yard garden in New York with river rock.

Nightlighting

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Melissa Jones Photography
Design ideas for a traditional garden in Seattle with with waterfall and river rock.

Drought Tolerant Lush Landscape

Treehouse Landscape Design

Design by Taryn Tree
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional front yard full sun xeriscape in Los Angeles with with flowerbed and river rock.

Two Area Project with Egg Rock Path in Preston Hollow

Texas Turf Design

Here is another beautiful turf project that had two area's. There was an area that was by the pool and a area along the other side of the house. This we created a path with egg stone. All done in 3 days with our Super Soft, Antimicrobial, American Made Artificial Grass that comes with a 15 year product warranty!! Contact us today for your next Turf Project!!

Dry Stream Bed

Gardenbau Group

Photo By: Peter Wodarz Gardenbau Group Creating outdoor settings for Joy and Celebration
Traditional backyard xeriscape with with rock feature and river rock.

Shoreline, Embankment & Bunkie

Headstart Construction Inc.

Expansive traditional sloped partial sun garden in Other with with rock feature and river rock for summer.

Aspen Estates Waterfall & Patio

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

Our client wanted a natural Rundle rock waterfall in the backyard and a Rundle flagstone patio & sitting area in the front. From there we connected the front to back utilizing large Rundle slab steps and completed the project with large Spruce trees and various other plantings in large beds with concrete edging to keep it low maintenance and at the same time having beautiful curb appeal!!

Georgetown Native Nook

Native Edge Landscape

Design ideas for a mid-sized and desert look traditional front yard full sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with river rock.

Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Updated landscape to address lack of curb appeal in neighborhood. This landscape creates flow and interest throughout the property. A rock garden was installed in the back yard to address erosion and drainage issues at end of the back area.

Classic Bowdon Garden

Charlesworth Design

A classic garden for a traditional countryhouse. Formal lawn and box lined borders are the order of the day here. The house in 'anchored' to the groundplane by a series of gentle steps. Views are framed looking out from the summerhouse and looking through the stems of the parasol trees.

New Build Country Garden

Graduate Gardeners Ltd

This is a stunning new garden designed by Mark Draper and the Graduate Gardeners team of expert builders
Photo of an expansive traditional garden in Gloucestershire with river rock.

Dry Riverbed/Drainage/Mossrock Accent Walls/Low Voltage Lighting

The Nelson Team

Another beautiful addition to this client's home, which includes a previous outdoor kitchen and putting green area. This project addressed two areas of need, First, we installed a dry riverbed in the back, down a slope, and just above the previously installed putting green. Water was an issue running down that side and into the driveway. We dug down and installed rock to catch and slow the water and direct it to the drive. The rock used tied into the rock we previously installed during the putting green project and only increased the beauty in the area. Lights were installed to the putting green area, so that night play is possible. We also added mossrock accent/edging walls to the beds in the front of the home for a clean look and to define the space

Cary, NC - Preston

Ponti Landscapes Inc

This project in Cary, NC included resolving grade and drainage issue and the installation of: - Approximately 5,000 SQFT of fescue sod - 100' L Retaining Wall - Large dry creek drainage bed

Water and Pools

Ann-Marie Powell Gardens Ltd

Natural pond and stream with aquatic, marginal and wildflower planting
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional backyard partial sun garden for summer in Hampshire with with pond and river rock.

Gardner Residence

Frederico Landscape Management

Beautiful cascading water feature, paver patio, stone walkways, and a variety of shrubs and perennials
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden for summer in Salt Lake City with river rock.

Front Yard With Mature Trees

Big Rock Landscaping

We added garden beds, a stream, and a fire feature around the existing mature trees.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional front yard garden in Salt Lake City with with pond and river rock.

Curbside Appeal for Classic Brick Gem

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Gardner Residence

Frederico Landscape Management

Beautiful cascading water feature, paver patio, stone walkways, and a variety of shrubs and perennials
Mid-sized traditional backyard full sun garden in Salt Lake City with river rock for summer.

INVERNESS RD

LunnScape

Florida Landscaping design done to renovate dated landscaping . We re used clients beloved bronze statue and created a special place for it in the new design .

Traditional Garden Design Ideas with River Rock

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.