Lavender and pink blossoms of rhododendron and petunias draw ones attention to the shade garden along the perimeter of the property. Tucked into the garden, a cast stone bench reminiscent of tree branches provides , provides a place to take in the rich colors and textures of the garden.

Detailed Landscape

Traditional Landscape with Patio, Water Feature

Accent Landscapes

This picturesque patio is the perfect place for entertaining. The paver patio is beautiful, and creates ample space, while the water feature creates a wonderful atmosphere.

Belmont Woodland

Elizabeth Gourley Design

Lush Landscapes

Pleasant View Construction

container gardens

City & Estate Gardener

Historic Cottage W/ Courtyard

Bay Gardens

Mountsier Estate

Richard Hartlage Land Morphology

Low Maintenance Contemporary Garden with Fire Pit

Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Planting bed with oriental fountain grass, New Zealand Flax and other drought tolerant plants in Kentfield, CA garden. http://www.digyourgarden.com/portfolio/kentfieldreplacedlawn.html

Torres Remodel

Adam Jeselnick Architect

Trockenmauern aus Granit mit üppiger Staudenpflanzung

Jörg Käding Garten und Landschaftsbau GmbH

Dieser Hausgarten fasziniert wegen seiner vielen kleinen Gartenräume, die den kleinen Garten sehr verträumt aber auch sehr viel größer wirken lassen. Die Verwendung heimischer Gehölze in Kombination mit aufwändiger Staudenpflanzung lassen den Garten während der Jahreszeiten immer wieder anders erscheinen.

PK17 - Garden Path

Cascade West Development

This Modern Multi-Level Home Boasts Master & Guest Suites on The Main Level + Den + Entertainment Room + Exercise Room with 2 Suites Upstairs as Well as Blended Indoor/Outdoor Living with 14ft Tall Coffered Box Beam Ceilings!

Interest along the Path

Plan-it Earth Design

Even small spaces can provide interest and lush plantings as seen from the deck and beautiful stone path Garden Coaching by Plan-it Earth Design Stonework by J. Walter Landscape & Irrigation Photo by Joshua McCullough, PhytoPhoto

Outdoor sofas by the fire bowl

Ann-Marie Powell Gardens Ltd

Spa Garden at Cottonmill Spa, Sopwell House Hotel & Spa.

Succulent Garden for Small Spaces

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Robert Davis, Laguna Beach Secrets Photography

Rustic Wildlife Garden

Merrifield Garden Center

A springtime look at the rain garden shows how storm water feeds in from a dry creek bed. An extra large stepping stone makes for a charming bridge over what might otherwise be an awkward transition. Design and installation by Merrifield Garden Center. Photo: Wayne Boyland.

The Swiss Army Jewel Box

Ian Moore Design

Each of the materials was chosen for a balance of richness and simplicity. The Kebony decking continues the rich color tone set by the oiled Cedar shingle and traditional Japanese Shou Sugi Ban siding on the rear facade of the house. The California Gold Slate for the rear yard patio adds additional texture and depth to the ground plane. The powder-coated metal railings enclose the deck and partition the dog run and bike parking area from the main rear yard. The eclectic plant mix blends California natives with other Mediterranean plants for a variety of color, texture and seasonality.

Fire and Water Feature in Vancouver, Washington

Drake's 7 Dees Landscaping & Garden Center

Unique house placement on this urban lot made for a larger sideyard than backyard, so we worked with the homeowner to use it well. A meandering paver pathway draws visitors along dense foundation plantings and picturesque lawn. A cedar pergola is anchored aside a mature Vine Maple and a storage shed. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

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Georgian Home

Sigrid Morgan Landscape Architecture LLC

Side Yard Garden Design Ideas for Spring

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.