Elfin thyme softens a stepping stone path. Penstemon 'Midnight' flowers purple in the foreground, hedge of Garrya elliptica 'Evie' (Coast Silktassel) provides a dark green backdrop along the fence. The end of season flowers are still hanging on the rosy buckwheat in the background, visible against the tall flowers spikes of Muhlenbergia rigens (Deer Grass.) Dark coral bells and pink carpet roses peek through on the right. Robyn Basso

Stream

Christine Karnofsky Garden Design & Consulting

Stream and waterfall

Recycled Metal Ostrich Planters from Kenya

Trovati Studio

These creative ostrich plant holders are designed to showcase flowers artfully, as the contents of the round basket you include mimic an ostrich's plumes. Available in two sizes, each piece of garden art is handcrafted from the ground up and exhibits its own distinctive characteristics. This handmade item is crafted from recycled material and is suited for both indoor and outdoor use. When used outdoors, a natural patina will develop over time. It is suggested that you treat this sculpture before use outdoors to preserve the material.

Spacious Backyard with Pond and Path

Perennial Garden Consultants

With deliciously scented foliage, Salvia clevelandii, chaparral sage, is a must for perennial gardens with well-drained soil. The blue-violet flowers bloom in whorls along the stem, attracting bees and other pollinators. Design by Perennial Garden Consultants. Photo by Marinaandcamera.com

Home Farm and Garden

Fifth Season Landscape Design & Construction

-Robin Bachtler Cushman

Memorial West Pool Remodel & Outdoor living Enhancement

Sage Pools, Scapes & Design

Steel planters with seasonal color for added interest

Natural Landscaping

Conscious Environments Inc.

A simple lawn and landscape is delineated with garden walls built out of a recycled concrete patio. Concrete mow curbs separate lawn from landscape and integrated natural boulders add to the visual interest of this garden.

Staycation Hangout

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

This screen was salvaged from my client's storage. We welded rings to hold terracotta pots and made a pretty wall planter to add interest to a bare wall.

Mystical Habitat Garden

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Photo by Ketti Kupper

Limestone Grotto Retreat

Lotus Gardenscapes & Bloom Garden Center

Water Feature Detail in specialty Stone Project creating a limestone grotto with naturalistic cascading stone fountain, stone benches & tiered planting beds for high ceiling basement walkout. Installed 2013 by Elemental Design - Landscape Concept by Client in collaboration with Wade Lehmann of Elemental Design. Photos by Jeeheon Cho

Florence Residence

Flourish

Michelle Andersen

Willow Chair

Terra Ferma Landscapes

The willow chair makes it feel like this landscape has been here for ages.

Donald Pell Studio Gardens, East Vincent Township

Donald Pell - Gardens

Rudbeckia grandiflora amidst Calamagrostis, Eupatorium, Liatris, and Schyzicharium.

Pondless Waterfalls Ideas for your Kentucky Landscape

H2O Designs

Pondless Waterfalls allow you to enjoy the sight and sound of running water without the maintenance of a pond. The waterfall is undoubtedly the most beautiful and favored feature in a water garden. The Pondless Waterfall has made many Kentucky water-lovers who were previously unable to indulge in the sweet sounds of falling water, very happy. It’s a great alternative for those who are trying to get their feet wet, or looking to fit a little bit of paradise into their own backyard. If space is lacking in your yard or you have safety concerns with a pond, then a Pondless Waterfall is perfect you! If you live in Kentucky (KY) Contact us to get started with your Pondless Waterfall design. Photos By H2O Designs Inc. Lexington Kentucky

Noe Valley 35

SF Design Build

Interior Design: Allison Muir | Photos: Esteban Cortez

Eclectic Mountain Lyons

High Desert Designs, llc

Morris County Estate

Sigrid Morgan Landscape Architecture LLC

Casa de Celeste

Hawkeye Landscape Design

Side yard path to back yard

Sun or Shade Garden Design

This is a side yard garden including an arbor that leads to the back yard. The front section of this path is full shade leading to a full sun garden in the back yard. The arbor is a nice focal point that helps guide you to the garden.

Brown's Point Terraced Retaining Walls

Father Nature Landscapes of Tacoma, Inc.

Curving retaining walls

Large Eclectic Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Eclectic 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 eclectic 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 an Eclectic Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes an eclectic 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 an eclectic 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 eclectic 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.