Mixed succulent plantings in front of expansive windows preserve sweeping views of Bay Area from inside. Low water and high drama. Bed of edible strawberries and blueberries below.

Flower Power

Greenwood Design Associates, LLC

Lavender with Gaura 'Siskiyou Pink'. I was invited to do the planting design for this compact hillside project after the hardscape was complete. The home is situated on a corner lot, and a number of very narrow beds and stepped planting arrows wrap the house in a "C" shape. The homeowner was looking for plantings that would be soft and inviting for her children, and welcome birds, bees, and butterflies to the garden. Kelly Greenwood

Design/ Build- House Proud

Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.

Hear what our clients, Karen & Robert, have to say about their project by clicking on the Facebook link and then the Videos tab. Tardiva Hydrangea flower into the fall as the Serviceberry displays red/ orange fall color. Project Partner: Hannah Goering Photography

Sunny terrace flowers by NYC garden designers NY Plantings

New York Plantings Garden Design

Photo image of terrace garden by NYC Garden company "New York Plantings Garden Designers and Landscape Contractors NYC" builders of custom terrace and rooftop gardens, custom built planters, landscape lighting and NY drip irrigation installers. This design provides a beautiful garden view from inside the home for year round greenery and color, creates a privacy screen and inviting outdoor space. This project for a small terrace complete with custom built mahogany planter, garden plantings, landscape lighting, drip irrigation will cost approximately $20,000.00 for a small terrace. For more images of terrace and penthouse garden installations see our website.

Park Ridge Residence 1

Tommy Pollina Landscape Company Inc.

Joe Pollina

LaurelRock Company: High Meadow Farm

LaurelRock

Neil Landino. Design Credit: Stephen Stimson Associates

Cross Country Greenhouses

BC Greenhouse Builders Ltd

Cape cod style lean to greenhouse attached to a shed a similar size.

The Colony House

The Design Laboratory

Leland Gebhardt

Small Spaces

Maria Hickey & Associates Landscapes

thornless roses

Purpleville

Pro-Land Landscape Construction Inc.

The clients contacted Pro-Land shortly after purchasing the home, providing us with a bare landscape ready for construction. In the front yard the clients wanted a simple and elegant flagstone walkway, with some planting for pleasing street presence. To differentiate from other homes in the subdivision, custom aluminum planters were placed on either side of the porch steps, adding a contemporary flare. This client was realistic about their smaller backyard and what they would be able to fit within it. They brought to us the idea of a swim spa, rather than a pool, to allow space to accommodate the other items on their wish list. However, large grade changes between the back door and the ground required a special casing to be built around the spa, allowing it to be flush with the turf. A raised flagstone patio overlooking the spa was built due to the grades as well. It is complimented by a raised ipe deck and privacy screen off the back door of the house, which brings some warmth to the yard.

Window Garden

Fava Design Group

Exterior planter attached to the bottom of the window. SHOT BY SARGENT PHOTOGRAPHY

Primavera Landscape Portfolio

Primavera Landscaping, Inc.

Garden Courtyard

Heirloom Potager

Moderner Garten "PURISTISCH

Blum & Scherer Gartendesign und Freiraumplanung

Moderner Garten "PURISTISCH" Die große Terrasse mit hochwertigem Holz ist modern dekoriert. Der Übergang zur Rasenfläche wurde durch ein Beet mit Edelschotter und kubische Pflanzkübeln gestaltet, eingefasst mit Cortenstahl. Friedberg, Wetteraukreis Projektjahr: 2009

Suburban Porch and Landscaping Add On

yardscapes Inc.

Traditional suburban home sunroom addition and remodel. Invisible screens and fireplace along with major landscape updates.

Chelsea in Bloom

User

A miniature garden brimming with white flowers in varying shades and species sits outside Sumosan Twiga contained in a large verdigris copper planter. With inspiration drawn from the renowned White Garden at Sissinghurst Castle in Kent; ivory, pearl and alabaster hues pop against the dark restaurant facade and reference the Royal Wedding taking place during the same month as the Chelsea in Bloom festival. Rebecca Newnham’s ‘White Lotus’ appears to float amongst the blooms. The imperfect, patinated finish of the bespoke planter represents the murky aquatic conditions from which the Nelumbo nucifera (Sacred Lotus) emerges and unfolds, with its pure and perfect petals intact - a symbol of love conquering all.

Raised Garden Beds

Mr Stacky

Metal raised garden bed in in the backyard growing vegetables and herbs.

N1 London Garden Kitchen Courtyard Garden Design by LS+L Landscape Design & Buil

User

N1 London town garden

Green Garden Design Ideas with a Container Garden

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.