Recycled Metal Ostrich Planters from Kenya

These creative ostrich plant holders are designed to showcase flowers artfully, as the contents of the round basket you include mimic an ostrich's plumes. Available in two sizes, each piece of garden art is handcrafted from the ground up and exhibits its own distinctive characteristics. This handmade item is crafted from recycled material and is suited for both indoor and outdoor use. When used outdoors, a natural patina will develop over time. It is suggested that you treat this sculpture before use outdoors to preserve the material.

Vegetable Garden in Containers

The Gardensmith

This vegetable garden is used year round. It is set up with an automatic watering system for a busy homeowner. The large containers are livestock watering troughs; tall enough to keep small dogs out.

Weessies

Land Mechanics, Inc.

Fountain photo by Bronwyn Miller

Urban View Living--Project Pics Show Fresh Planting

Land2c Landscape Architecture

Land2c On this steep slope the view from the upper deck shows the curves and circles in the new garden and the 180 degree city view. The terrace was recessed into the landscape on one side and extended onto a slope on the other side to maximize the space. The grid trellis holding the garden swing will soon have clematis vines reaching over the top. It will be painted to match the house siding. The stone steps leading down from the terrace lead to an urban orchard and vegetable garden

Another Lawn Bites the Dust - With Gusto

Billy Goodnick Garden Design

Just to shake things up, Purple Wandering Jew (Tradescantia pallida 'Purple Heart') provides a strong contrast to the warm colors. A small redleaf Japanese Maple that was struggling in the back yard will eventually soften the view of the raised wood fence. photo by Billy Goodnick

'Planting Potential' easy-care, high-impact plants

Anita Sullivan Gardens

Sanguisorba 'Tanna'. Small flowers on nose-height wire stems. Adds height and movement, but won't block light. Try it with pale yellow Cephalearia Gigantea. Photo Ben Fearnside

Landscape design, indoor-outdoor living by Boodle Concepts

Boodle Concepts

Front yard garden design by Boodle Concepts. Hanging chair & laser cut garden screen on St Kilda Road

Succulents

Native Sun Gardens

Succulents provide a low-maintenance and low water option for your outdoor OR indoor space. They also act as amazing ground covers and are a great alternative to lawns! Photo cred: Joshua Thayer

Whitefish Bay Backyard

GRG Playscapes

Little Giant Photography

Tuscan Delight

Amy Martin Landscape Design

Location: Cohasset, MA, United States What lies beyond this enchanting archway? The secluded walkway guides visitors through a shady glen of ferns, coral bells, lady’s mantle and hakonechloa and out to a broad landscape reminiscent of Tuscany, which is the place these clients find their inspiration. This island bed has contrasting green hues in the spring, with Euphorbia Shorty, Lavender and Santolina along the edges of the Pea Stone pathway. The purple Smoke Bush bloom beautifully complements the composition. Amy Martin

Garden Ornament

Garden Tech Horticultural Services LLC

A wire terrarium frame holds a low maintenance dish garden of succulents.

Front Yard redo

KGR Design

Utilitarian pathway from the front courtyard to the rear of the house. Plantings provide seasonal interest.

North Vancouver Front Garden

Elena's Landscape Design

Water Wise Award Recipient

CA Yardscape

This project was an entry to the Water Wise Landscape Recognition Program in Brantford. Features include: Spillway from downspout directed to supply water to drip-line of young Red Maple. This replaced a lawn that was in constant battle with invasive weeds and crabgrass. The grade of the yard was changed to retain as much rain water as possible to significantly reduce run-off. All plants used require little to no water need outside of what Mother Nature provides.

Staycation Hangout

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

This screen was salvaged from my client's storage. We welded rings to hold terracotta pots and made a pretty wall planter to add interest to a bare wall.

Martha's Garden

Blair Hines Design Associates

Arbour Garden

Fenton Roberts Garden Design

Jo Fenton

Whitefish Bay Backyard

GRG Playscapes

Little Giant Photography

Front Yard redo

KGR Design

A gravel pathway to the side yard with plantings for seasonal interest.

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.