A new short stucco wall was designed to provide a modest sense of enclosure for this corner lot while providing a visual backdrop for the architectural plantings in front. Designed by Stephanie Curtis, Landscape Architect. Installed and maintained by Curtis Horticulture, Inc.

Mediterranean Landscape

Gravel and Green

Spanish Colonial Romantic Garden | Mission Hills

Leanne Michael L U X E lifestyle design

This gorgeous Spanish revival home required new stucco plaster, paint, iron fencing, completely new landscaping, aromatic and romantic garden and terrace furnishings perfect for entertaining and gazing the San Diego city line view.

Rosemary Beach

Alan D. Holt, A.S.L.A., Landscape Architect

The stunning white walls of this Rosemary Beach house contrast with the Mediterranean Blue tiles of the pool. The five scuppers pour a stream of sound into the small pool courtyard, providing an oasis in this busy neighborhood. The compact, native landscape provides year-round color and interest. Photographed by: Alan D. Holt

PermaDesign -- Harvesting Rain

User

Photo Credit: Tunia Hyland

tuscan, stone, flagstone motorcourt

The Design Build Company

tuscany architecture by Friehauf associates, with all exterior landscape planning and installation by Rob Hill, Hill's landscapes - Cameron Flagstone, italian cypress, pizza oven, vanishing edge pool, olive trees

Villa Terra

Noel Cross+Architects

Frank Paul Perez, Red Lily Studios European style garden

Accessory Dwelling Unit and Outdoor Living Spaces | Silvercreek

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

A view of the cabana looking toward the house. Note the protected exterior outlets on the leftmost column, which could run string lights and chargers for use in the cabana.

Stockbridge Residence

Verdance Landscape Architecture

Majestic Coast Live Oak trees anchor the recreation space that contains a bocce court and synthetic turf play lawn adjacent to the swimming pool.

Bloch Residence

Promise Path Landscaping Inc

artistic pavers, with synthetic turf in the between pavers. Ipe wall to cover and hide A/C Unit.

The Crosby

Arcadian Landscape

Palms, Bird of Paradise, Shady area

Welcome Home

Van Garden Inc.

Blue Heron Driveway - Pelican Developers

Pelican Developers

Oak Tree Setting With Hillside Views, Landscape Renovation, Northern California

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Sedum angelina, Echeveria, elegance, Agave 'Blue Glow with boulders in water-efficient landscape.

Petaluma Terraced Yard

Manzanita Landscape Construction, Inc.

Custom stone gas fire pit in front of fieldstone wall; Terraced second level with an ornamental gravel seating area.

Laguna Niguel

Arc Environments

Danville, California

Robert Mowat Associates

Mediterranean Montecito

Montecito Landscape

Sunset view courtyard of crushed stone with central pond and fountain is surrounded by plantings of Italian cypress, olives, lavender, rosemary and other drought tolerant Mediterranean plants. Photo by David Palermo Photography, Santa Barbara.

The Secret Garden

Billy Goodnick Garden Design

View of the "secret garden" from the bottom of the terrace steps.

Antiqued Cobble

CALSTONE

Antiqued Cobble: Tan Charcoal

Mediterranean Full Sun Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Garden for Your Home

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