Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June

Photo by Kirsten Gentry and Terra Jenkins for Van Zelst, Inc.

Asian Inspired

Great Lakes Landscape Design

Streng Home

Unique Techniques

Dave Adams Photography

Landscaping

CHIP-N-DALE'S CUSTOM LANDSCAPING

Landscaping

CHIP-N-DALE'S CUSTOM LANDSCAPING

Zen Rock Garden

User

The garden is defined by a series of rock walls holding raised gardens beds and a winding pathway of gravel. Raised beds allow the plants to spill over into the path, working with the twisting trail to obscure a traveler’s view and create a sense of mystery around the bend. Japanense Stewartia Stewartia pseudocamellia

Japanese Garden in Manhattan

New Eco Landscapes

Japanese courtyard garden in NYC. This garden was built in a dark courtyard on top of a roof. All plants are real and had to be planted within the mounds.

Rear courtyard makeover

Dimension Gardenscape

A quiet retreat off the study of the house, the clients wanted a serene place where they could forget their daily troubles. Paul Huskinson - photographer

Richmond Asian Garden

Northwest Native Landscapes LLC

This compact, urban backyard was in desperate need of privacy. We created a series of outdoor rooms, privacy screens, and lush plantings all with an Asian-inspired design sense. Elements include a covered outdoor lounge room, sun decks, rock gardens, shade garden, evergreen plant screens, and raised boardwalk to connect the various outdoor spaces. The finished space feels like a true backyard oasis.

Bayside Zen Garden | Bayside, WI

LandCrafters, LLC

The north side yard is less actively used, but it does have a very inviting quality to it. The double gates allow a piece of equipment to access the back for heavy work. The same irregular bluestone is the pathway. Huge aqua blue boulders were placed at the corner of the house

Japanese Garden, Amherst, MA

Ethan's Eden Landscape and Design, LLC

Nikki LaForte

Japanese Garden Milwaukee

Landcrafters - Michael A. Manke, ASLA

Raked gravel garden, Japanese Garden. Bamboo Fence

Asian Landscape

AA House

Atelier Design N Domain

Sebastian Zachariah

Stone staircase for Japanese-style home

Hanselman Landscape and Gardens

Ocean Owl Retreat

Studio K Architects

Asian Accents Tucked Under Clumping Bamboo

Eden Garden Design

Towering, non-invasive clumping bamboo creates a forest feel in this shaded garden area. Photographer: Greg Thomas, http://optphotography.com/

Colonial Style Holliday Zen Garden & Water Feature

Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.

This zen style asian court yard is hidden behind the back of the house viewed from the bedroom and family room. The detailing and use of native materials is simply stunning. This space creates a calming sense to any one who views it. Rick Laughlin, APLD

Japanese-Inspired Hillside Garden

Redtwig, llc

Japanese-Inspired Garden

Redtwig, llc

Asian Shaded Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Asian 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 Asian 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 an Asian Garden for Your Home

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