A bespoke corner bench doubles as storage with a sleek white rendered raised bed full of low maintenance planting.

A more formal hedge and perennials accent the front of the house. This magnificent porch is perfect for these large, formal urns. Lisa Mierop

Hammersmith

Amelia Bouquet Garden Design

A small balcony design with room to sit and relax.

Golden Bay

LD Total

St Kilda West Renovation Interior Design & Decoration

Style Precinct Interior Design & Decoration

A small courtyard that packs a lot of punch for its size. Part of the view from the main open plan living//kitchen/meals area, it shines bright at night with creative garden lighting design.

Sanierung eines alten Schusterhauses

E2WO Architekten

Das leerstehende Gebäude des damaligen, ortsansässigen Schusters wurde mit Bedacht saniert. Die bestehende Struktur und architektonischen Elemente wurden soweit es möglich war erhalten. Dennoch sollte ein modernes Wohnen ermöglicht werden, war die Umgestaltung des Grundrisses erforderlich machte. Der Außenbezug zum großen, umliegenden Garten wurde hergestellt.

A rooftop condominium in San Franciscos' Japan town

User

As you can see, the bamboo also provided privacy between residents on the atrium level. This was a giant running bamboo, and although very desirable for containers, it has to be monitored very carefully in the open landscape. It can easily eat an acre or two. Photos-Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group

Hangman Valley Colonial

Pacific Garden Design

With its classic American architecture, this Neo-Colonial residence makes a strong statement in its rural Northwest setting. Formal gardens and European-inspired details give way to natural forms and native plantings as you move away from the house, integrating the home into its environment.

Containers

Landscape Projects, Inc.

Container Design

Root Design & Landscape

Rear Yard Reno

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

Our client hired us to renovate their yard that had an old patio that was installed incorrectly years previous. They wanted as maintenance free as possible but with a definite budget in mind. Lastly, they wanted to begin to grow a lot of vegetables at home and therefore wanted some raised cedar planters to suit their needs. We utilized rundle for the bedding areas and concrete edges for ease of maintaining the property in their retirement years. Great project!!

Farm Field Pacific Rim

Jeffrey Gordon Smith Landscape Architecture

Clementina

Bramble & Vine

New Plant installations by J.Angel Garcia

New York City Rooftop

Till Gardens

This New York City Rooftop was constructed to be an urban oasis for our clients. Plantings included some traditional elements with boxwood and a mix of more wild perennials and grasses. The rooftop skyline overlooks the new the World Trade Center Freedom Tower. Architecture: Brad Floyd Architect Landscape Design: LALH Landscape Design Landscape Contractor: Till Gardens (www.tillgardens.com) Photography: John Knowlton/Till Gardens

Compass Point pre sale makeover

Fusion Landscape Design Limited

Broken water features removed and replaced with gardens and planting of Sansevieria trifasciata which suits the conditions perfectly and look good all year round.

A rooftop condominium

User

The design of the garden becomes most apparent from above, as was intended. The materials of the hardscape- Ipe wood deck. black slate chips and red lava rock- clearly personify the design intent, while the giant bamboos add movement and grace. Photos-Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group

Orange 2013

xeristyle | exterior | design

Mirimar

Homescapes

Kwila bench seating.

Various Projects

Green Leaf Landscaping

Rosedale Backyard Living Space

Owen Landscape Architect

suspended outdoor gas heaters extend the outdoor living season!

Garden Design Ideas with a Container Garden and Decking

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.