Variegated Alstromerias-'Rock and Roll'

Brooklyn Backyard

Root & Vine Gardens

Brooklyn Backyard Oasis. Blue stone patio, Ceder privacy fence.

Rhino Tennis Courts

Bay Area Rhino Court

Metal Terrace

Reyes Landscape Construction

The severe down slope required the construction of the concrete steps and the metal terraced garden.

Subtropical courtyard

Ivy & Bloom

A lush colourful subtropical garden creates a vibrant entry and outlook for this home on a sloping site in a seaside suburb. photos by Dee McQuillan

Ocean Front Walk Marina del Rey

California Deck Builders

Landscape photography

lensi designs photography

Dahlia

Our Portfolio`

Elite Custom Fence Co

VIDÉO - Aménagement sur mesure de plusieurs terrasses et d'un bassin

Home extérieur - Bureau d'étude

Bluestone Steps with Red Clay Risers and Walkway

Van Zelst Inc

Cut bluestone stair treads with red clay brick risers and walkway.

Northwest Indiana Marshall Residence

Smalls Landscaping

One-of-a-kind and other very rare plants are around every corner. The view from any angle offers something new and interesting. The property is a constant work in progress as planting beds and landscape installations are in constant ebb and flow.

Seaside Low Maintenance Landscapes

Maria Hickey & Associates Landscapes

I love to use long blooming low maintenance perennials and annuals in my landscapes. The color combinations in this landscape are vibrant and simply gorgeous.

Mini-piscine dans un jardin de ville

La Nostra Secrets d’Intérieur

Jardin existant avant travaux (démarrage travaux) Crédits photos La Nostra Secrets d'Intérieur, toutes utilisations est strictement interdite

Antique Fountain

Paul Maue Associates Landscape Architects

This antique boy and goose fountain is surrounded by a European Hornbeam hedge at the edge of an arrival courtyard. During the Summer annual and tropical planters are placed in and around this feature to help animate it.

Yardley Reclaimed Brick Walkway and Natural Stone Walls

Cedar Creek Landscapes

Taos Projects

Taos Landscaping

Bocce Ball Court

Reyes Landscape Construction

GreenGOLd

Xeric Modern

California Wild Gardens

Annuals for very sunny, hot, dry location on porch

Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA

We refinished the faded patterned concrete on the front porch then added the colorful soft touch of 2 planters as a focal point. These French urns on front porch are in full afternoon sun so the plants must be heat and drought tolerant. Here we used tropical Ixora to echo the salmon color of the brick house surrounded by purple sun loving coleus for contrast and "pop". Underneath are mixed colors of bronze leaf begonias and yellow moss rose. Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.

Red Garden Design Ideas for Summer

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.