Alex Belano, Capital Gardenkeepers

Texas Excellence in Landscaping Award Winner - TNLA 2020

Situated in Houston, TX, this award winning landscape design was inspired by the nautilus shell. The owners of this property are enthusiastic hosts, and this backyard was designed to blend beauty and practicality for backyard bbq’s and cocktail hours. A cobblestone path extends out from the nautilus and enriches the space with an organic touch, adding texture and dimension. The structure of the path is intended to encourage exploration and conversation. Purpleheart flows harmoniously throughout the garden like a river, complementing the succulent garden and dwarf mondo grass that forms lush pockets between the flagstones. The focal point of this design is the custom water feature, comprised of up-cycled musical instruments, that was commissioned by the owners. A custom hammock stand and deck were crafted as a place to lounge and enjoy the Houston sunshine.

Whispering Oaks Design

Sage Pools, Scapes & Design

full view of the side garden. We used cedar mulch and oklahoma whistler block stone as the border

Gary Kernick/Change of Seasons

Change of Seasons - Gary Kernick

This is a garden that doesn't take itself too seriously. A place to unwind and watch the seasons change.

summer contaiers

Pierce Hill Design, ltd.

Edible Gardens Etc.

PermaScapes Unlimited Inc

lettuce and spinach producing seed with xeriscaped yard in background

Spring Branch New Design & Install

Sage Pools, Scapes & Design

mother of tongues in a rock garden with aptenia that will spread as a nice ground cover over time

Sustainable no lawn garden

Groundswell Gardens

Spiral Garden design mock-up

Wall Flower Studio

Karen Sloan

Garden Maintenance

PermaScapes Unlimited Inc

Flagstone Lilypads

Gardens

AHG Interiors

globe light lit path

Small north-facing garden on new estate

Sue Craig-Stewart

This photo was taken in March, after a long cold winter, showing that the garden still retains interest throughout the year. Gravel was added to suppress annual weeds, keep roots warmer and retain moisture.

Patios & Stonework

DC Freeman

A natural stone wall adds charm and function.

palissade bois et bambous pour se cacher du vis-à-vis

Duval&Bossennec - Paysagiste concepteur

Alexandre Duval

Riparian Retreat - Southport, CT

Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

Drifts of Allium Gladiator and Mount Everest meander through a planting of shrubs and perennials, with a touch of pink from a Stellar Pink Dogwood. Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

Little Garden

FineLines Design Studio

Design and Photo Credit to Melda Clark

Patios

Ronni Hock Garden & Landscape

Photo credits: Ronni Hock

Sammamish Lake View

Sublime Garden Design, LLC

Sublime Garden Design

hard landscaping - various projects

Helét van Blerk

Edible Gardens

Rosborough Partners Inc.

Specific needs, such as an edible garden and outdoor storage for tools and refuse, require creativity when you're on a city sized lot. This client is thrilled with the result. (Photo by RStarovich)

Eclectic Side Yard Garden Design Ideas

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.