In a narrow sideyard, a flagstone path leads to the backyard. Ornamental grasses screen views of the A/C units. Mike Crews Photography

Stone Patio with Retaining Wall and Water Feature

Land Art Design, Inc.

A solid stone masonry retaining wall recaptured space in this small, sloped backyard allowing us to build a stone patio and water fountain. We used Pennsylvania flagstone in mixed cuts for the patio and the water feature consists of a concrete base with a cobblestone border.

Award Winning New Canaan, CT Estate

Elise Landscapes & Nursery, LLC

Small San Francisco Landscape Remodel

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

This tired, unused San Francisco backyard was transformed into a modern, low-maintenance landscape with site-appropriate plantings enhanced by raised planting beds and a lead-free artificial lawn to replace the existing water-thirsty lawn. I created two separate "rooms" to break up the long narrow yard, and specified full range blue stone for the two small patio areas, connected by a curved pattern of rectangular pavers of the same natural stone. The raised concrete rectangular planting beds were incorporated to bring more movement and interest to the landscape along with gravel bed accents alongside. Some of the existing concrete remained, and was stained with a color to compliment the natural stone. These photos were taken over a three year period. Photos: © Landscape Designer, Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design.

Brick townhouse front landscape renovation 2012

Patrick Murphy Landscape Design

This area used to be covered in ivy which had overgrown the path. Now, the area is usable. The terrace was created by installing metal edging, landscape fabric and then pea gravel on top and inlaying irregular flagstsone. Design and Photograph by Patrick Murphy

Maritime Woodland Garden

akdcambridge

Front entrance renovation with reclaimed granite steps and bluestone landings.

Sallie Hill Design, Landscape Architect

Lincoln, MA front entrance pathway redesigned using bluestone, boulders, low voltage lighting and reclaimed granite steps. - Sallie Hill Design | Landscape Architecture | 339-970-9058 | salliehilldesign.com

Pocket Garden

Charles C Hugo Landscape Design

We painted the traditional white picket fence a muted shade of green to create a subtle background that wraps the space with a warm border rob karosis

Ridge Landing

Partridge Fine Landscapes Ltd.

Terraced Back Yard, Pond and Waterfall

Legacy Landscape Design, LLC

This was a big new home on a small lot in Marietta, GA. There was a sewer easement in the back yard, which forced us to install the pool along the side of the back yard. This freed the back yard up for terracing and a custom water feature. The owner loved the Pacific NW, so we designed in as many conifers and big boulders as we felt comfortable growing here in GA. I loved all the movement and flowing bed lines. I also liked how accessible the upper yard and pool were to the deck and porch. Mark Schisler, Legacy Landscapes, Inc.

Suburban Oasis

Princeton Design Collaborative

Jeffrey Edward Tryon

Project Four

Pearson Landscape Services

Large limestone retaining wall with zoysia grass, Cedar elms throughout the property

Hope Designs

HOPE DESIGNS

Welcome to Caledon! This gorgeous century home located in the valley of Bolton Ontario has been renovated multiple times. The owners went to great lengths to preserve the original integrity of the century home while adding many updates throughout. The star of the home is the customized millwork and unique century home details. This property has been featured in several magazines as well as being featured on houzz .

Mountain Getaway

DabneyCollins

West Lake Hills | Steel Gate & Limestone Walkway

Twistleaf

Photo by Brittany Dawn Short

Highland Park Backyard Oasis

ILT Vignocchi

A meandering path provides access to the front of the residence. This path is protected by weeping Hemlocks and the steppers are surrounded by thyme.

Center Valley, PA

Chestnut Hill Landscape Contractors

Orlando Florida Poolside Landscape

Earthwise Horticultural Services

Scott Simpson Backyard pathway leading to pool using natural stones and low maintenance grass. Matching water fountain near the screen enclosure provides insulation from surrounding traffic noise. Lighting completed to provide evening accent.

Leaside Makeover

Jennifer Hayman Design Group

Country Estate, Ligonier, PA

Blackwood & Associates, Inc.

Shaded Garden Design Ideas with Natural Stone 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.