Complete New Planting Design in Towson, MD

I did a complete new planting design for this project which is a single family home in the suburbs of Towson. The garden is 1/3 acre in size. Most of the existing plants, including many non-native ground covers, like English Ivy, shrubs, and trees, were removed in order to bring in the sunlight for pollinators and remove interference with the power lines. I designed and installed a mostly native plant garden that is designed to be beautiful to view with many flowers blooming all season long and varied textures and movement with ornamental grasses and provides habitat and food for pollinators, like butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, and for songbirds. Nearly 100 trees, nearly 100 shrubs, and 1,000 perennials and grasses were installed. I continue to oversee the maintenance of this garden. Landscape design and photo by Roland Oehme

Saddlebrook Lane

Fischer Schalles

Bridgewater, NJ Landscape: Site Conditions: Full sun and Deer on Property

Parker Landscape Design

Landscape, LED Mood Lighting, Masonry Stone Work (cultured stone facing), and Techo-Bloc paver walkway #techobloc

Low water and rock

Barefoot Landscape

Our Work

Douds Bros. Landscape Construction, Inc.

Tile Niche in Hacienda Courtyard

Santa Barbara Home Design

Mid Century Modern Fencing Revival

Heath Carpentry

Joyous Wildlife Habitat in Santa Monica

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

The garden encapsulates the elements of a natural habitat.

Hei Hei

Epic Landscape Design

East Lakeshore

EcoRegions

Situated on the University Lakes in Baton Rouge, LA, these homeowners were initially looking for a fence to contain their two dogs. Several conceptual designs and revisions later, we arrived at the concept that was constructed. The homeowners have an 80+ year old Live Oak in the backyard that they wanted to be a feature of their new outdoor oasis. They also wanted a spa to be able to use year-round for themselves and family parties. With the focus being on creating a New Orleans-style courtyard and preserving the fantastic specimen Live Oak, a sideyard courtyard was born.

Creating Steps

Berkeley Design Group

Gorski Landscaping

Front yard landscaping in Oakridges

Horvath Landscapes

plutadesigns

Outdoor Living TreeHouse

IMPACT design Resources

Beach Style Garden

Cascading waterfall view from the patio

Choice Landscapes LLC

A Compact Zen Garden - BULLEEN

Gary Winter Landscape Design

Image by Gary Winter

Photo Gallery

Diversified Contractors / DC Patio

Colorful container plantings

Desert Landscape Design P.L.L.C.

Raising plants up high keep rabbits from chewing plants. Other plantings are rabbit resistant. Linda Strader

Mermaid Manor

Pheasant Hill Homes Ltd.

Creative custom rustic wood gate with laser-cut stainless steel mermaids welcoming you to the space. This garden gate is surrounded by a 40+ year old cedar hedge. Bright Idea Photography

Black Garden Design Ideas for Spring

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.