This classic Victorian Terrace was given a contemporary lift with a combination of structured and textural planting. A trio of pots provide scale and balance centered by a white concrete bench.

N16 Victorian Front Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

The Victorian styling details of this Stoke Newington front garden perfectly complement the double fronted house architecture.

N16 Victorian Front Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

The Victorian styling details of this Stoke Newington front garden perfectly complement the double fronted house architecture.

N16 Victorian Front Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

The Victorian styling details of this Stoke Newington front garden perfectly complement the double fronted house architecture.

Brunswick East - Traditional vibes with a contemporary twist!

Inspiring Landscape Solutions by Parveen Dhaliwal

Significant work was involved to upgrade and modernise the house but within a reasonable budget. The garden has a small footprint both in the front and rear, and there were many practical considerations to tackle like the use of space, navigation and privacy. ⁠⁠ I especially love the new paving and stepwork for the front garden, as the stone used is one of my favourites in terms of material and colour, and the garden looks amazing at night. ⁠ ⁠ There are little nuances like a boulder placed as a seating area with an existing garden ornament that is sentimental to the clients (mummy koala holding its baby) that add an emotional element to the space. ⁠ ⁠ I love the tessellated tiles used for their front porch, replacing what was just a red painted concrete floor. It’s modern but adds that element of sophistication to the space and suits the house style and area. ⁠ ⁠ The rear garden had to have storage, and we needed to ensure that the client’s car was able to be parked but should not detract from the newly landscaped space. ⁠ ⁠ There is a granny flat in their rear garden that gets rented out, so I had to think about how to create privacy for both parties (the tenant and my clients)! ⁠ ⁠ The choice of plants was a little different as I’d mixed in succulents with exotics that give some seasonality impacts over the year. I really love the new fascia of the conservatory and the new built-in external cupboards and workbench! ⁠ ⁠

Heritage Front Courtyard

sticks and stones Landscape Design

Heritage Front Courtyard

sticks and stones Landscape Design

Willow Glen Driveway turns Lush

Just in Thyme Landscape Design

Sitting area is shaded by the sail shades.

N16 Victorian Front Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

The Victorian styling details of this Stoke Newington front garden perfectly complement the double fronted house architecture.

N16 Victorian Front Garden

Sarah Kay Garden Design

The Victorian styling details of this Stoke Newington front garden perfectly complement the double fronted house architecture.

Old Greenwich Foundation Plantings

Barbara Wilson Landscape Architect, LLC

Hydrangeas were planted in a new bed at the side of the house to create summer color and obscure the adjacent hose bib

E5 Courtyard

Sarah Kay Garden Design

An Acer 'Red Emporer' provides a striking focal point throughout Summer into Autumn

Willow Glen Driveway turns Lush

Just in Thyme Landscape Design

Wisteria & Honeysuckle vines have grown over the years and the sitting area moved to the back of the house.

Style and grace

greencube garden and landscape design

Blending old with new. Yorkstone bullnose paving, bespoke railings and handrail, Victorian tiles, larch cladding and modern planting. In this small front garden in Greenwich we have used the soft yorkstone to blend with the old london brick of the house contrasting geometric pattern Victorian replica tiles all softened with a simple mix of planting to create a wonderful entrance to this lovely home and an additional basement seating area to catch the late afternoon sun.

Sackville Street

Blooming Planter

Backyard has been power washed and painted. New plants were added including hydrangea trees and red toned japanese maples. Some railway ties were replaced with stone to upgrade and modernize the look.

Style and grace

greencube garden and landscape design

E5 Courtyard

Sarah Kay Garden Design

A large vintage metal mirror creates the illusion of space within the garden and hints at the East London Victorian style aesthetic

Teresita Avenue San Francisco

Redbud Design

This overgrown, rectangular yard in San Francisco is home to a young couple, their 3-year-old daughter, and twins that were on the way. Typical of many San Francisco yards, it is accessed from the back deck down a long set of stairs. The client wanted to be able to spend quality time in the yard with her two new babies and toddler. The design includes a play structure, a covered sand box, a small raised planter for playing in the dirt. Due to the limited space, several trellises were added to the side and back fence so that vines could add color surrounding the new play area. Covering an existing concrete pad with cut Connecticut Bluestone enhanced the adult seating area and was surrounded by low maintenance colorful planting beds. A simple but beautiful walkway of stones set in lose pebbles connects these two use areas. Custom lattice was added onto the underside of the deck to hide the large utility area. The existing deck and stairs were repaired and refurbished to improve it’s look and longevity. The clients were very happy with the end result which came in on time and budget just as the twin girls were born.

Formal Front Garden

Amazon Landscaping and Garden Design

Edward Cullen

Grove St

KDTurner Design

RDP Photography

Small Victorian Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Victorian 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 Victorian 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 Victorian Garden for Your Home

Depending on which style you’re going for, be sure to know what makes a Victorian 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 Victorian 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 Victorian 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.