Healing Garden for the Mount Nittany Medical Center

This photo by Chuck Carroll shows the main water feature. This linear assembly of boulders is on the north/south axis so that low angled sunlight in the mornings and evenings can shine through the "window" of water.

Hardscape Design

VerdeGo

Keyland Decking at Lake Okareka

Keyland

Xeriscape and Artificial Turf

D.A. Whiston, Inc. Landscape Contractor

Mandeville Canyon Brentwood, Los Angeles pond luxury home modern pond fountain w

Whipple Russell Architects

Mandeville Canyon Brentwood, Los Angeles pond luxury home modern pond fountain water feature

General Landscaping

Cripple Creek Landscapes

Treeline Greehouse and Deck Overlooking Anchorage, Alaska

Treeline Construction

This barn-style door creates a wide entry to this outdoor greenhouse.

Stone, Travertine, Pavers

Pryors Better Yards

Orange

Pepo Botanic Design

A collection of deciduous trees were strategically planted around the house to allow the sun to warm the house in winter and the shade to keep it cool in the hot summer months. Stone from the site has been used for landings, walls and secret paths which the owners’ grandchildren love to explore. The planting is in sweeps and masses and has been selected for its speed to establish and adaptation to the climatic conditions while offering beautiful colour, texture, shape and edible produce! What the client says: Nicola collaborated with a local artist to craft both the architecture of our home and garden. She has brought a deep understanding of this landscape and given us a place that is both functional and inspiring. Photo by Pepo Botanic Design

Wickenburg Ranch

Greey Pickett

Backyard Tennis Courts

Sport Court of Northern California

Sturgeon County Acreage

Mohr's Landscaping Services

A.K. RIKKS

MeadowGreen Group

A.K. RIKKS Location: Grand Rapids, MI Scope: Design, Landscape Installation, Hardscape Installation, Irrigation Installation Features: Cobblestone walks, courtyard with dry water feature, teak panels, sculpture garden, outdoor park & event space.

Palo Alto During and After

Home & Garden Construction Group

Arts Center Nichiha

Green Custom Framing & Carpentry, Inc.

This beautiful archway was done by Randy and his team. The entire fenced area and fence was developed to create a beautiful outdoor oasis.

Fort Worth Estate Garden

M. M. Moore Construction Company, Inc.

The original gardens of this Fort Worth estate date back to 1936 when the famous Kansas City landscape architecture firm Hare & Hare designed the grounds featuring sculpted boxwood english knot garden. The homeowner purchased the adjacent lot and called on the accomplished Dallas & Fort Worth architect Ralph Duesing to create a design to honor the original design but scale to encompass the full four and a half acres. This extensive remodel included the extension of the perimeter walls, wrought iron elements and the addition of a classical carved limestone lily pond and Diana sculptured pedestal by Davis Cornell.

Fencing Style

JLM Construction

This photo shows the grade and height of the new retaining wall, and the fencing used with the grade change to keep a modern look. Showing: *Concrete pads with decomposed granite in between. *Plants that drape over high retaining walls to hide the facade and feel enclosed in a tight pathway. *Custom horizontal fencing and gate to match

Upper Skyway Pool and Outdoor Living

Accent Landscapes

The drone photos of this project really show the scale of this massive total landscape renovation.

Landscape Lighting Adds Outdoor Magic to Stately Ohio Home

LUX Landscape Lighting

Color-Changing Lights Add a Little Fun and Interest

Custom Playhouse

User

Every kids dream! The modern design, combined with the craftsmanship displayed by our carpenters, turned this playhouse into something special. The playhouse was built completely of Cedar and has some awesome features such as the climbing wall, rope and pulley, and custom cedar ladder.

Expansive Orange Garden Design Ideas

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.