The raised yard is separated from the terrace area with a rugged fieldstone wall and stone steps. A Leonard
Expansive victorian backyard garden in Boston with with lawn edging.

Tudor Love

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Inspiration for a large victorian courtyard partial sun formal garden for summer in Charlotte with with flowerbed and mulch.

Beachy Victorian

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Photo of a mid-sized victorian front yard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with mulch and with a gate.

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Acacia Avenue

Wagstaff + Rogers Architects

Stuart Lirette
Photo of a victorian backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in San Francisco with a water feature.

Petunia 'Super Cal Terra Cotta'

Mary Baldwin Interiors

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Victorian garden in Other.

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London Front Gardens

This is an example of a victorian garden in London.

Southern Romance Project

Catherine Arensberg

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Photo of a victorian garden in Miami.

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Alpine Design & Planning

Lush bright colors in a shade garden Cathy Markle
Inspiration for a victorian garden in Denver.

New Hope, Pennsylvania

Diamond Lawn & Landscaping, Inc.

Mark Milantoni
This is an example of a mid-sized victorian side yard partial sun formal garden for spring in Philadelphia with a garden path and mulch.

Shingle Style Estate

Andrew Mann Architecture

David Livingtston
Victorian garden in San Francisco with brick pavers.

Mutiny Bay Waterfront Residence, Whidbey Island WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Entry gate. Photography by Ian Gleadle.
Inspiration for a victorian front yard garden in Seattle with natural stone pavers.

Pomello Residence

HartmanBaldwin Design/Build

In keeping with the estate’s traditional English Tudor style 10,000 sq. ft. of gardens were designed. The English Gardens are characterized by regular, geometric planting patterns and pathways, with antique decorative accessories heightening their old-world feel. Special nooks and hideaways, coupled with the sound of cascading water in fountains, create a serene environment, while delicate lighting in planter boxes makes the garden perfect for early evening strolls.

Robison Residence - New Orleans Style Courtyard

ZODEGA | TIS

This is a very small space that measures approximately 20x14 feet and gets very little sunlight. The client is from New Orleans where they still maintain a house and wanted something that would remind them of home so we went with a contemporary take on the New Orleans-style courtyard. This space was unused and the landscape died as a result of poor soil conditions, poor drainage and heavy shade long before we took on the project. Our mission was to 1) Invite the homeowner into a space they were familiar and comfortable with, and 2) Involve all of their senses (aesthetics for the eyes, water fountain for the ears, fragrant flowers and herbs for the nose). This picture is the left side of this outdoor living space which features a refurbished fountain. The client had this fountain laying in the corner of the courtyard, broken and forgotten. We had a specialist restore it and give it the patina that creates the sort of character you would expect from a New Orleans style courtyard. Again, this is a very small area that was unused and is now a permanent and regular part of this client's daily living.

Ponds and Koi Ponds

AquaLife Ponds Inc.

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

Victorian Floor Tiles

London Front Gardens

Photo of a victorian garden in London.

Remodeled Queen Anne

User

A refurbished Queen Anne needed privacy from a busy street corner while not feeling like it was behind a privacy hedge. A mixed use of evergreen trees and shrubs, deciduous plants and perennials give a warm cottage feel while creating the privacy the garden needed from the street.

Raised Bed Potager

Thomas Wheaton Garden Design, LLC

A small, disused planting area in an urban neighborhood was converted into a tidy, productive kitchen garden by the addition of raised cedar beds.
Photo of a small victorian courtyard partial sun garden for summer in Boston with a vegetable garden and natural stone pavers.

Victorian Real Estate Shoot

Focal Point Innovations

Trent Carmichael
Inspiration for a victorian garden in Other.

Golf Greens

Ultimate Services Professional Grounds Management

Photo of a large victorian backyard partial sun outdoor sport court for spring in New York with natural stone pavers.

Victorian Garden Design Ideas

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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 Victorian 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 Victorian Garden for Your Home

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

Charming cottage garden and old bricks for a new ribbon driveway and patio.

Ravenscourt Landscaping and Design LLC

Ravenscourt Landscaping & Design LLC
Mid-sized victorian backyard partial sun garden in Houston with brick pavers.