Narrow Sausalito Landscape Transformed For Outdoor Enjoyment And Usable Space.

Dramatic Aeonium 'Sunburst' Succulent brightens up the planting bed along the pathway in this project which was designed to gain more usable space. This narrow landscape included an update to the hardscaping and overgrown garden. My design reconfigured the pathway with poured-in-place concrete pavers accented by Mexican pebbles and a stunning variety of succulents and other site-appropriate plantings that thrive in shade and part sun. We removed the tree to create a patio area large enough to fit a table and chairs for a small group. Non-invasive/clumping Bamboo was added to help screen the patio and provide privacy. Other shade to part-shade plants were included that provide a variety of textures and colors throughout the seasons. Low-voltage lighting was installed for safety and ambiance. Design and Photos: © Eileen Kelly, Dig Your Garden Landscape Design

Walls and Patios

Kiefer Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.

Chicago Kitchen Garden

Christy Webber Landscapes

Casa Estiva sulla Costa Ligure | 140 MQ

Brandolini Gallizia Architetti

Newtown Square Landscape

STENGER LANDSCAPING

Rob Cardillo

Highlands Project

LandCrafters, LLC

On the south side of the home is the family’s normal entrance. It is located in a somewhat awkward area between the driveway and the chimney. The chimney itself features an original architectural, brick detail which is visible in the winter following defoliation of the existing Boston Ivy. A new Campania urn and plinth are situated to be framed by this detail and has been connected to the client’s irrigation system for easier care. The urn is changed out seasonally for displays in spring, summer, fall and winter. Beneath the urn other seasonal displays can be displayed. Here is the fall display of mums, ornamental peppers and sweet potato vine in the urn which is echoed at the base by Swiss chard, mums and ornamental kale.

Park View

Jolliff Development Ltd

Weathered oak post and shingle garden steps. Photo Credit: Debbie Jolliff www.debbiejolliff.co.uk

Seasonal Decor - Fairfield County

Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

White birch branches and blue eucalyptus are used to accentuate the height of this cast stone planter, while a combination of white pine, fir and magnolia anochor the arrangement. Red ruscus provides the colorful red accent. Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

E. MacArthur - Sonoma

The Design Build Company

Floral Allée

SG Design

Marylebone Lightwell

Fenton Roberts Garden Design

Jo Fenton

Northwest DC

Tiger Lily Landscapes, LLC

Landscape Revitalization- Update September 2016

Sterling Design & Landscape Resources

Frank Mahy

Sa Talaia House

LUV Architecture & Design

Fall Annuals

Greenhaven Landscapes Inc.

Fall window box of kale, mums, cabbage, swiss chard, pansies, grasses, and english ivy.

Stylish Digs in Echo Park

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

Large picture windows looked out onto the empty narrow side yard. Our solution was to create a dramatic 3D modular installation with CorTen Planters filled with low maintenance cacti.

Xeriscape Lanscaping in Austin, TX

YardDoc

River rock walkway installed around short stone columns beside a brick retaining walls. Steel planters containing decorative stones and foliage. All elements selected to match trim, shutters, and nearby doors in both color and form.

Del Mar Escape

Cross Construction Inc.

Teak trash enclosure with a copper patina lid and hardware

Garde Details-Planting Design

Scott Mantz Associates, Inc

Scott Mantz

A country garden in Palo Alto

User

Vietnamese urns from the Richard Gervais Collection rest on the new stairs from the spa to the pool house. At the base of the stairs is a Carex pansa lawn Photos-Chris Jacobson, GardenArt Group

Side Yard Garden Design Ideas with a Container Garden

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.