Orchard Lane

Primula Horticulture & Design

Boxwood and iceberg roses with burned wood siding backdrop.

Bertsch - Estancia

Desert Foothills Landscape

Photo Credits: Steven Thompson

Willow Glen

User

Front Yard Makeover

California Naturescaping

desierto curvazon

Bianchi Design

Windermere Color

Olander Garden Design

Doreen Wynja

Front Yard Sitting Area with retaining wall and steps

Down2Earth Landscape Design

Low maintenance, seasonal garden added to this new front yard/ Complete with new raised sitting area. This new porch comes complete with heated flooring to get homeowners through the winter. New stairs make reaching their front entrance much easier. The new lights make it as enjoyable in the evening. * photo credentials and installation Greenscene Landscaping

Sunnyvale Front Yard Renovation

The Foxy Garden

D. Visser, A. Newell

Idyllic Modern

David Thorne Landscape Architect

Marion Brenner Photography

Tuscan Antique Natural Stone Veneer Exterior Gate

Quarry Mill

The Quarry Mill's Tuscan Antique real thin stone veneer assists in giving this residential gate an old-world castle feel. Tuscan Antique is a beautiful tumbled natural limestone veneer with a range of mostly gold tones. There are a few grey pieces as well as some light brown pieces in the mix. The tumbling process softens the edges and makes for a smoother texture. Although our display shows a raked mortar joint for consistency, Tuscan Antique lends itself to the flush or overgrout techniques of old-world architecture. Using a flush or overgrout technique takes you back to the times when stone was used structurally in the construction process. This is the perfect stone if your goal is to replicate a classic Italian villa.

Driveway renovation

Creative Landscapes, Inc.

The larger stone pavers act as connecting walk transitioning from the drive/parking to the homes entrance. These pavers also function to help prevent street runoff off of this property. The original drive failed due to inadequate base preparation. The pavers were removed. the base enforced and the pavers reset.

An Artist’s Garden in San Mateo

Simmonds & Associates, Inc.

West Seattle Modern Living

Orion Rockscapes

Ornamental Grasses And Retaining Walls In Modern Landscape

Big Rock Landscaping

These white cement retaining walls showcase ornamental grasses and shrubbery.

Interlocking Pavers

Ecoworkz Inc.

Interlocking Paver Driveway, Walkway, Steps and Entry with Artificial Grass and Landscape Lighting.

One Woolooware

Impressions Landscape - Design

Kakusareta yōsai in Park Hill

Alford's Landscaping

Sloping Sidewalk Path | Creating from a Blank Slate | Lakeville, MN

Southview Design

An ADA-compliant wheelchair-accessible sidewalk and ramp lead to a covered pergola. The color and texture of the new sidewalk matches the front entry and driveway for continuity.

Pollinator & Vegetable Garden in Towson, MD

Roland Oehme Landscape Architecture

The designer designed and installed a stunning pollinator garden for the entire property of this townhome. Previously the property was simply lawn. He also designed a vegetable garden and evergreen screening, and located fruit, flowering, and shade trees throughout the garden.

Front Yard and Rooftop 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.