Wide pathways and the blowsy California native plant Deer Grass are elements in this water-saving, low-maintenance front garden. Edible plants in this garden include grape, lemon, orange, and pommegranate. Cathy Edger, Edger Landscape Design

Utah Valley Parade of Homes Exterior

Titan Homes

This house combines wood siding, distressed brick, natural cedar shakers, board-and-batten and rock for a beautiful unique look. The blue front door adds a pop of color. Along with the landscaping, and paver stone pathways to complete the finished product.

Thorndon - A Garden Apartment in the City

HEDGE Garden Design & Nursery

Climber Chinese Star Jasmine trained over diamond espalier wirework | HEDGE Garden Design & Nursery

Ventura

Isabel Moritz Designs

Small space landscape design. Drought tolerant planting with relaxed elements but structured spaces.

Small Spaces

Outside Space

Garden Paver Walkway

South Coast Landscape

Luxurious Brentwood Home

Regal Construction & Remodeling Inc.

Herb garden

Modern backyard - Gilbert (Renovation)

Hedge and Spade Landscape Design

Raised vegetable garden

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - At the larger scale of the property existed a desire to soften and deepen the engagement between the house and the street frontage. As such, the landscaping palette consists of textures chosen for subtlety and granularity. Spaces are layered by way of planting, diaphanous fencing and lighting. The interior engages the front of the house by the insertion of a floor to ceiling glazing at the dining room. Jog-in path from street to house maintains a sense of privacy and sequential unveiling of interior/private spaces. This non-atrium model is invested with the best aspects of the iconic eichler configuration without compromise to the sense of order and orientation. photo: scott hargis

Hacienda Hilltop

Koheid Design

Topanga Canyon Hideaway

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

Raised vegetable beds are set into the hillside. A set of steps takes you up to a level area. Cheerful pink Arctotis grow nearby.

The Angeli Residence

McCabe's Nursery & Landscape Construction

Melissa McCabe Navaroli

Voight Residence

A TEAM LANDSCAPING INC

A raised bed for growing edibles right in the front entry area allows for easy access of the freshest veggies and herbs possible.

Ladera Ranch Modern Farmhouse

Living Gardens Landscape Design

Our homeowners were looking for a garden where they could sit by the fire, grow vegetable and hear the sound of water. Their home was new construction in a modern farmhouse style. We used gravel and concrete as paving. Board formed concrete firepit keeps it feeling modern. The vegetable beds supply season vegetables and herbs.

Cliff May Modern

June Scott Design

Designed for a Cliff May "Rancho" home, this project resulted comfortable outdoor spaces for relaxation and entertaining. New walls and fencing, softened with lush planting, create a private atmosphere. And a casual, meadow-style garden filled with California native plants echoes the home's open, airy feeling. Photos by Martin Cox.

Ventura

Isabel Moritz Designs

Small space landscape design. Drought tolerant planting with relaxed elements but structured spaces.

Redfern

The Balcony Garden

The Escher-Stella Garden

Paul Hendershot Design, Inc.

Gig Harbor Residence

Reikow Landscape Design

RC Media

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The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd.

Chris O'Donohue - The Great Canadian Landscaping Company Ltd

Garden Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden and Concrete Pavers

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.