Small Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

An unused area of lawn has been repurposed as a meditation garden. The meandering path of limestone step stones weaves through a birch grove. The matrix planting of carex grasses is interspersed with flowering natives throughout the season. Fall is spectacular with the blooming of aromatic asters.

Stepping Stone Sideyard

Plan-it Earth Design

Stepping stones lead you to...

Modern Landscape

Woodland Garden- Los Feliz

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Boulders used to create a natural retaining wall and keep the rustic feeling in the heart of the city . Photo by Ketti Kupper.

Tiny Gravel Garden

Fenton Roberts Garden Design

Jo Fenton

Fremont Firepit

Mark S. Garff, Landscape Architect

In Seattle's Fremont neighborhood SCJ Studio designed a new landscape to surround and set off a contemporary home by Coates Design Architects. The narrow spaces around the tall home needed structure and organization, and a thoughtful approach to layout and space programming. A concrete patio was installed with a Paloform Bento gas fire feature surrounded by lush, northwest planting. A horizontal board cedar fence provides privacy from the street and creates the cozy feeling of an outdoor room among the trees. LED low-voltage lighting by Kichler Lighting adds night-time warmth. Photography by: Miranda Estes Photography

Laurelhurst Modern Garden

Northwest Native Landscapes LLC

Dramatic plant textures, modern hardscaping and sharp angles enhanced this mid-century modern bungalow. Soft plants were chosen to contrast with the sharp angles of the pathways and hard edges of the MCM home, while providing all-season interest. Horizontal privacy screens wrap the front porch and create intimate garden spaces – some visible only from the street and some visible only from inside the home. The front yard is relatively small in size, but full of colorful texture.

Riverdale Modern

Green Apple Landscaping

Small Frontyard

Arbordale Landscaping

Cedar gate with arbour entrance to the backyard. Flagstone landing with cobblestone border.

Hip Modern Courtyard

Studio H Landscape Architecture

Photography by Studio H Landscape Architecture. Post processing by Isabella Li.

Mazus ground cover between stepping stones blooms blue in spring

Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA

Mazus is a wonderful ground cover between stepping stones. This variety blooms blue in spring. It's ideal for this lightly shaded spot. Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.

Narragansett Beach House

D'Urso Landscaping and Construction, Inc.

A permeable walk was installed into the backyard using bluestone slab steppers set in pea stone. Simple plantings add warmth, softness and interest to the space.

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.

New Entry patio & pathway

KGR Design

Added an entry walkway and expanded the entry patio. Plantings add seasonal color, and low voltage lighting keeps it safe and provides interest at night.

Sempervirens

Seed Studio Landscape Design

Photography: Travis Rhoads Photography

Sabin Habitat Garden

Northwest Native Landscapes LLC

Driveway extended with pavers to accent the existing concrete. Nearby plantings provide all-season interest and attract pollinators.

AFTER - Completed view from the street

Metamorphic Design

Showing the front yard planting arrangement from the street

Small town garden no lawn

amandashipman.com

Amanda Shipman

Modern Front Landscaping Project, Elmhurst, IL.

Ross and Jack's Landscaping Inc.

Woodland Garden- Los Feliz

Ketti Kupper Conscious Life Design

Sitting boulders to catch the view, flagstone path and Heuchera at the base of the Sequoia . Photo by Ketti Kupper.

Small Garden Design Ideas with a Garden Path

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.