Lightweight fiberglass pot hosts simple planting of Stipia grass and Prairire Wine Cups. Beautiful steel wall sculpture.

Lanaiscapes

Mountain View, California

Native Sun Gardens

Photo Cred: Joshua Thayer

Modern Garden with a rustic twist

Yorkshire Gardens

Within this garden we wanted to create a space which was not only on numerous levels, but also had various points of interest. This garden is on a slope, but is also very wide. Firstly, we broke up the space by using rustic sleepers to create several raised beds,as well as steps which lead to differennt zones. This helps to give the garden a more traditional, country edge. The sleepers were also used to create a winding path through out the garden, marrying together the various areas. The path leads up to the impressive sunburst pergola and circular stone patio. This is the perfect spot to view the whole garden. At the other end of the garden another pergola sits amougnst a bustling flower bed, and will be used to train vining flowers. Along the back wall of the garden a raised bed is home to a stunning display of wildflower. This plot is not only a fabulous riot of colour and full of rustic charm, but it also attracts a whole host of insects and animals. While wildflowers looks great they are also very low maintenance. Mixed gravel has been used to create a variety of texture. This surface is intermittently dotted with colour with lemon thyme, red hot pokers and foxgloves. Stone has been used to create a warm and welcoming patio area. Flower beds at the front of the garden can be used for veg and other leafy plants. Overall we have created a country style with a very contemporary twist through the use of gravel, modern shape and structural landscaping.

Gates and Fences

Moneca Kaiser Design Build (MKDB)

Modern Condo

Double B Design, LLC

Steel planters at varying heights to enjoy while sitting around the fire pit. Trellis will act as a green screen to block the neighboring condo when vines grow in. Photo by Rachel Paul Photography

Evergreen Boughs

Sylvan Gardens Landscape Contractors

Summer Containers

KMS Gardens and Design

Potted Swimming Pool Planting/Fence Screening

Nouveau Garden Designs

Contemporary Landscaping

Viz-Art-Dance & Design

Viz-Art-Dance & Design services the North and South Bay Area, work in partnership with general contractor and lighting specialist Shami Studios at ShamiWeb.com. With a four year drought we can provide you water saving options for exterior landscaping reducing your water bill whle increasing the beauty and value of your home. With all of our services our goals is to either provide a comprehensive design service or teach you our secrets so you can experience the joy of designing! For more information contact us at: Viz-Art-Dance.info Woodwork by: A Honey Do List

Prairie Style Foothill Drive & 2100 South Water Wise Landscape

Laughlin Design Associates, Inc.

The large symmetric patio has four posts that support a shade cloth. Patio over looks the valley. The hillside supports cotoneaster. Rick Laughlin, APLD

Modern Landscape in Mill Valley

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

The dramatic textures of the Leucadendron 'Safari Sunset' (cone bush) an architectural plant that compliments the board-formed concrete walls, cedar fence and structures of this windy Mill Valley landscape. Planting Plan Design and Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design http://www.digyourgarden.com

The Colony House

The Design Laboratory

Leland Gebhardt

Summer Container Garden

Garden Stories

Container garden, window box for part sun. Planted with Caladium, Begonia, Euphorbia, Vinca, and others. More photos will be added as planter fills out

Fall Containers

The Inspired Garden

Vibrant fall cottage style flowers overfill this rustic container. Photo credits: Aimee Ryan White

Steel wall / fence design

Exterior Designs Landscape

Raised Garden Beds

Mr Stacky

Metal raised garden beds in in the backyard growing flowers and herbs. Added Mr Stacky planter to add the vertical look.

Vegetable + Herb Garden

Regenesis Ecological Design

Big Leaf Basil and other herbs enjoy well-drained soil in this raised cedar garden bed.

Corten Steel walls / Torrey Highlands

Exterior Designs Landscape

Rosedale Backyard Living Space

Owen Landscape Architect

To control the water runoff from the tilted suspended roof, a custom-designed scupper was devised - the water directed down a drip chain to a rain barrel Tracy Granger

Brown Garden Design Ideas with a Container Garden

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.