The Bloodgood Japanese maple on the right adds the right pop of contrasting color to the green landscape.
This is an example of a large traditional front yard full sun xeriscape in Portland with concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Low-water drycreek garden

Blue Hibiscus Gardens

Inspiration for a desert look front yard full sun xeriscape in San Francisco with mulch and a metal fence.

Adero Canyon Marden and Meyers Model

Creative Environments

We provide award-winning pool, spa, landscape design, and construction services. Contact our team today at https://creativeenvironments.com/contact-us/.

Mid-Century Ranch Makeover

Native Edge Landscape

Detail shot of Backyard
This is an example of a mid-sized and desert look backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Austin with gravel and a metal fence.

Beautiful and fireproof

BE Landscape Design

Custom built for fire resistance. Board formed concrete seating and patio. Color added to blend into the existing granite hillside. Salt finish adds texture to camouflage into the surroundings. Custom metal pergola and under bench lighting add to the uniqueness of this hilltop hangout.

Going Native in Bel Air

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

A wild, native spirit radiates out from within the structured lines and angles of the hardscape - softened by a lush and biodiverse selection of California native plants in a velvety palette of soft silvery grays, greens, and purples with the occasional pop of yellow and orange. Newly planted native Engelmann Oak and feathery Caesalpinia Sierra Sun trees are grounded by weighty golden boulders. White Cloud muhly grass whispers to the ceanothus and flannel bush, while verbena ‘De la Mina’ nestles amongst the buckwheat and artemisia, perfumed by the earthy smell of the endemic ‘Aroma’ Sage. Birds, butterflies, and other pollinators have found their way to this sumptuous wildlife habitat that we’ve created, and their presence brings a delightful song and serenity to the garden.

Small space, Big ideas

BE Landscape Design

This growing family needed to maximize their outdoor space. BE Landscape Design, elevated the Master BR deck, and fire-pit, designed a multi level BBQ for easy access to both lounge and dining areas. The retaining wall was removed and replaced with a nook for a built in dining bench. The large retaining wall was painted graphite grey, and faced with sturdy 'stallion wire' to support scented and flowering vines. The hillside was planted with native and shade tolerant plants.

Rear Yard Reno

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

Our client hired us to renovate their yard that had an old patio that was installed incorrectly years previous. They wanted as maintenance free as possible but with a definite budget in mind. Lastly, they wanted to begin to grow a lot of vegetables at home and therefore wanted some raised cedar planters to suit their needs. We utilized rundle for the bedding areas and concrete edges for ease of maintaining the property in their retirement years. Great project!!

West side

Landscape Logic

A complete front yard designed and installed by Tony Vitale of Landscape Logic. The outdoor bbq island kitchen had a deco wall backdrop, stone veneer base with all the amenitites. The pool has a vanishing edge spa, wall scuppers water features and midnight blue pebble finishes. We have artificial turf, flagstone inlay accents, a fire pit with a metal pergola over it. All of the plants are drought tolerant and low water use.

The Hines Residence

IRI Landscape

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard partial sun xeriscape for summer in San Francisco with a retaining wall and a metal fence.

Brick Estate gets Curb Appeal with Flowers & Flow

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Photo of an expansive transitional backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Charlotte with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Facebook Project Photos

ROSADO Landscaping & Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized courtyard full sun xeriscape in Bridgeport with with privacy feature, mulch and a metal fence.

Front Yard redo

KGR Design

Paver patio for entry courtyard. The columbia slate from Mutual Materials provides texture and color to an intimate space.
Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Seattle with with path, concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Custom pool fence

Stephen Read Landscape Design

Mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Melbourne with a metal fence for summer.

Brentwood Beauty

Native Edge Landscape

Mid-sized modern front yard partial sun xeriscape in Austin with natural stone pavers and a metal fence for summer.

Wantirna

Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal

Wantirna - Uncommon metal lightbox colour which appeals to the clients heritage and interests and also creates visual appeal from inside the house. Garden lighting to provide night accents.

Lantern House

Melanie Driver Landscape and Garden Design

Pleached trees (in their first Spring season) screen the large neighbouring roof. Under planted with a matrix of shade loving plants
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary backyard full sun xeriscape in Cambridgeshire with a metal fence.

Front Yard redo

KGR Design

Concrete paver patio, w/ clay paver edging. A dry stream bed minimizes maintenance and provides visual interest.
This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic front yard partial sun xeriscape for summer in Seattle with with path, concrete pavers and a metal fence.

Tarantula Ranch

Denomy Designs

Photographer: Colin Catron
Design ideas for a mid-sized backyard partial sun xeriscape in Phoenix with concrete pavers, with path and a metal fence.

Brick Estate gets Curb Appeal with Flowers & Flow

Ambiance Garden Design, LLC

Inspiration for an expansive transitional backyard full sun xeriscape for summer in Charlotte with a garden path, natural stone pavers and a metal fence.

Xeriscape Design Ideas with a Metal Fence

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.