GreenGOLd
Photo of a transitional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Other with with pond and brick pavers.

Z Pools

Z Pool Designs

Mid-sized transitional backyard full sun garden in Sacramento with with pond and mulch.

Pool Decks & Patios

Growing Edge Landscape & Design, Inc.

Large transitional backyard full sun garden in Charlotte with with pond and concrete pavers.

Backyard Renovation in Ann Arbor, MI

Poseidon Ponds & Landscaping

This was a backyard renovation. There was an existing plastic tub pond with many perennials around it. We took out everything, saved as many perennials as we could and installed a new rubber lined, natural ecosystem pond, stream and waterfall. We redesigned the area and created a couple different seating areas along with a pathway over the stream. Transplanted the perennials and added a few new plants to add interest all year long. A year after installation we added an accent spillway bowl to the feature. They make great additions to existing water features or make great stand alone features. They can add extra movement to dead spots in ponds and more oxygen to the water. We put tropical plants in the bowl for extra filtration as well.

Lakewood

LAND BY DESIGN

Naturalistic plantings and huge monolithic boulders were used to convey the feel of a naturalistic water feature comprising waterfalls and a pond enjoyed especially from the adjoining patio and pergola.

Tydan Landscape Design, Inc Office

TYDAN Landscape Design Inc.

Photo of a large transitional backyard garden in Toronto with with pond and natural stone pavers.

My Work

Terra Landscaping Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front yard partial sun garden in Miami with with pond and natural stone pavers.

My Work

Paramount Fencing

Mid-sized transitional backyard shaded garden in Philadelphia with with pond.

Natural Transformation

Pristine Acres

Inspiration for a transitional partial sun garden in DC Metro with with pond.

Brilliant Light Source

Brilliant Light Source, LLC.

Design ideas for a large transitional backyard garden in Orange County with with pond.

Woodland Waterfall | St. Louis, MO

Frisella Landscape Group

Natural flagstone path leads to a backyard patio overlooking a pond. Frisella Nursery
Design ideas for a large transitional backyard garden in St Louis with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Backyard Renovation

Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.

This water feature was constructed on a mature landscape and was a great addition to the space.
Design ideas for a large transitional backyard formal garden in Calgary with with pond and gravel.

Bull Path, East Hampton

Harmonia Inc.

This is an example of a transitional backyard shaded garden in New York with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Lee Custom Pond Gallery

The Whole Blooming Landscape, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional backyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Charlotte with with pond and natural stone pavers.

English Country Manor

Etalon Studio

Winding through this community is a scenic drive over bridges with stone walls and the Chattahoochee River running through this preserved community.
Inspiration for a large transitional sloped full sun xeriscape for fall in Atlanta with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Pond Project

Viridescent Studio

Large transitional backyard partial sun garden in Seattle with with pond and mulch.

Classique Chic Jardin

Photo of a large transitional backyard full sun xeriscape for spring in Nantes with with pond and natural stone pavers.

Water Features

AquaLife Ponds Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional backyard full sun garden in Orange County with with pond and mulch.

Koi Pond, Pool, & Pergola - Nanuet, NY

CLC Landscape Design

This photo is an overview of the backyard. This landscape design has it all! A gunite swimming pool with a spa and pool waterfall, a 10' deep koi pond with "floating" pergola made from rough sawn cedar, an Ipe deck, another waterfall, and a Norwegian Buff quartzite patio to connect it all.

Backyard Retreat

Marti Neely, APLD

Marti Neely, APLD
Photo of a large transitional courtyard partial sun garden for summer in Omaha with with pond.

Transitional Garden Design Ideas with with Pond

Get Inspired by Transitional 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 transitional 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 Transitional Garden for Your Home

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