Lankford Associates Landscape Architects

A paved auto court creates a nice sense of entry to the residence. Careful use of paver color and textures make a dynamic space from a simple area. This lodge style bungalow is located on a small lake on the western side of Washington State.

artificial stream

A J Miller Landscape Architecture PLLC

The man-made stream meanders through the front lawn area at the entrance to the home. The circular driveway crosses the waterfall over the bridge and in the center of the lawn we planted more than 10,000 bulbs of Muscari, Narcissus, Anemone and, Scilla.

Varian Ranch Estate

Landsystems & Associates

garden

adlane

Small Indoor/Outdoor Living Nature Scape

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Boulder Fountain with Dry Creek, succulents, and low water grasses. Photo by Ketti Kupper

Ladera Ranch Modern Farmhouse

Living Gardens Landscape Design

Our homeowners were looking for a garden where they could sit by the fire, grow vegetable and hear the sound of water. Their home was new construction in a modern farmhouse style. We used gravel and concrete as paving. Board formed concrete firepit keeps it feeling modern. The vegetable beds supply season vegetables and herbs.

Farm House

Craig Alan Homes, Inc

Garden Pebble Path With Stone Border

Daco Stone

Backyard garden area with stone lined pebble path and Daco Real Stone Veneer wall

Le Petit Chalet

Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design LLC

A durable, meaningful design heals a devastated residential property bordering Acadia National Park and Somes Sound on Maine’s Mount Desert Island. Comprehensive stormwater management strategies shape new landforms, resulting in elegant grading and thoughtful drainage solutions. Native plant colonies stabilize the site, regenerate habitat, and reveal wildlife patterns. Exquisitely crafted new masonry, built from an authentic palette of local reclaimed materials, gives the garden a unified, established feel. Lichen-encrusted stone retaining walls define edges, thresholds, and overlooks, and thick slabs of salvaged granite embedded in the earth provide gathering terraces and pathways. With balance restored, brilliant seasonal drama unfolds.

Green Seed Gardens

The Green Seed

Early Summer at Green Seed Gardens

Stained Wood Privacy Fence

Bigfoot Fencing

Stained Wood Privacy Fencing in backyard

Modern Farmhouse Garden

Derviss Design

raise vegetable beds

Song Ranch

TLC Gardens

The selection and layering of plant material creates depth in the gardens at Song Ranch.

Countryside Escape

Hartman Companies, Inc.

Lake Millicent

Miller Creek Lawn & Landscape

Paver pathway and cobblestone slope

Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

APLD 2021 Silver Award Winning Landscape Design. An expansive back yard landscape with several mature oak trees and a stunning Golden Locust tree has been transformed into a welcoming outdoor retreat. The renovations include a wraparound deck, an expansive travertine natural stone patio, stairways and pathways along with concrete retaining walls and column accents with dramatic planters. The pathways meander throughout the landscape... some with travertine stepping stones and gravel and those below the majestic oaks left natural with fallen leaves. Raised vegetable beds and fruit trees occupy some of the sunniest areas of the landscape. A variety of low-water and low-maintenance plants for both sunny and shady areas include several succulents, grasses, CA natives and other site-appropriate Mediterranean plants complimented by a variety of boulders. Dramatic white pots provide architectural accents, filled with succulents and citrus trees. Design, Photos, Drawings © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Small town garden no lawn

Amanda Shipman

Urban Farm with Chickens

Ravenscourt Landscaping and Design LLC

Using cinder blocks and farm troughs to create growing beds for herbs and vegetable. New fence for chickens. And flagstone with DG to create more entertaining space.

Small Indoor/Outdoor Living Nature Scape

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Perspective showing boulder fountain with boulder fire pit near by. Inviting indoor/outdoor living. Weavers Bamboo screen for privacy. Photo by Ketti Kupper

Country Backyard Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Country 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 country 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 Country Garden for Your Home

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