Heidi Skievaski

Sun and Shade

Edger Landscape Design

A steppingstone path through the meadow that flanks the patio invites exploration. Edger Landscape Design

Typical Residential Projects

Richard P. Rauso, ASLA, Landscape Architects

Richard P. Rauso, ASLA

Garden Ornament

Garden Tech Horticultural Services LLC

Antique lawn mowers and vintage galvanized florist buckets filled with summer flowers make a great vingnette on a front porch. Bob Trainor

Ainsworth Eco Landscape

Northwest Native Landscapes LLC

This garden space emphasizes plant textures, colorful foliage and quirky decorative elements. The heart of the garden is the elevated deck that perches over a rain garden, where stormwater from the roof is allowed to collect during the rainy months. Curvilinear paver pathways were installed to gently contrast against the soft plant textures. A sturdy structure was built to protect firewood and showcase quirky travel souvenirs.

Water Features

Gardenalia Property Services, LLC

Wrought Iron passage Gate

Charleston Awning & Metal Company Inc.

Dieter

Recycled Wild Garden

Ruth Bridgeman Garden Design

This inviting and romantic cottage garden is full of delight and unexpected details created from a lifetime of collecting things that might come in useful. It was edited, reorganised and partially redesigned to create an exciting yet calming space.

Rooftop Landscaping in Minneapolis

yardscapes Inc.

Finished rooftop project with custom metal furniture and arbor, Tournesol planters, and container plantings.

Woodland Stumpery Garden

Plan-it Earth Design

Log rounds provide a rustic access across the corner of the property. Logs from trees that were a safety hazard become the focal point for a stump garden in the woods. Collaborative design by Amy Whitworth, Lora Price and Annie Bamberger Installation by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Amy Whitworth

Lakeside stonewall

User

The craftsmanship was done by Marrone Landscaping of Medina, Ohio. Photo by William Healy

Loveland Drive

Marti Neely, APLD

Rustic Brick Walk - Milwaukee, WI

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Looking through a shade garden, the brick walk curves from the front door to the driveway. Westhauser Photography

Fireplace – complete project

Landscapes by Tom LLC

lakeshore home has terraced rock walls and a fireplace with wood boxes on each side.

Shade garden

Christine Karnofsky Garden Design & Consulting

Stone path, shady perennial garden, iron gate. Shade color, garden path, shady garden, red Japanese maple, shady stone path, wrought iron garden gate, garden gate

Outdoor Living in Cordera

Accent Landscapes

This custom built pergola is constructed of high quality cedar. It has been stained to complement the home trim.

Terenure Garden

Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design

Outdoor Patio by Edward Cullen Amazon Landscaping and garden design mALCI

Trex Deck & Garden In Brooklyn

Groundworks Inc

This existing outdoor space was transformed using a mix of new and re-purposed materials. A Ne Trex deck makes better use of the space while keeping maintenance to a minimum. The dry- laidre- purposed blue- stone pavers provide good drainage to reduce standing water and mosquitoes in this urban back yard. The existing mature trees were combined with new plantings of ferns, perennials and vines to add dimension and texture to the outdoor area and soften the lines of the fence. The new seating area is perfect for BBQ'ing and dining al- fresco.

Rockville Backyard Retreat

Land & Water Design

This outdoor living space includes; a rectangular swimming pool, putting green, and Hot Springs spa. The patio is Techo-Bloc Blu pavers with natural fieldstone walls. Landscaping and boulders complement the space and a wood burning fire pit serves as a focal point. A Fiberon Ipe spa deck, next to the outdoor grille station and buffet stone counter for entertaining and relaxing. Photo by: George Brown Photography

Paddington - Courtyard

The Small Garden

www.thesmallgarden.com.au

Eclectic Garden Design Ideas for Summer

Get Inspired by Eclectic 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 eclectic 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 Eclectic Garden for Your Home

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