The client wanted patio space for a chair so she could relax in the sun when the mood struck. The only spot in the yard with any sun is near the fence gate. A full-range New York Bluestone patio was added using 30” x 30” slabs. These slabs are dry-set so leveling was a challenge.

Detail of " one man boulder " edging for raised beds

Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA

Raised beds hold organic garden soil mix that ranges from 8" - 2' deep. Here you see a late winter, very early spring view of this salad garden in metro Atlanta. Various types of lettuce, kale, parsley, and chives are accented by pansies which have edible flowers. After our frost date, most of this will be removed. Tomatoes will be planted in the center where the soil is deepest. Basil and mesclun will be planted around. THIS PHOTO HAS BEEN FEATURED TWICE IN A HOUZZ EDITORIAL LINK! Here is the link! EDIBLE GARDENING ESSENTIALS - WATERING ITPS IDEAS WORTH SOAKING UP - https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27368798/list/edible-gardening-essentials-watering-tips-worth-soaking-up Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.

The Judge's House

Garden Mates LLC

Patent pending on these beautifully crafted, weathered Ipe raised planters!! Our staff carpenter designed them and constructed them on site with other crew members. We used washed pea stone for the paths. It is truely remarkable the amount of food that can be grown in a small amount of space.

Vegetable & Cut Again Flower Garden in Hampshire

Nicky Corkerton Garden Design

Rock garden

Maher & Greenwald Fine Gardens

Traditional Landscape

Garden Design in Dulwich Village 4

Kate Eyre Garden Design

Raised Garden Bed with Trellis

River City Landscaping,Inc

rick abalos

Vegetable Gardens

Eden Condensed

This vegetable garden of 3 cedar raised beds was part of an over all drought tolerant garden.

Oradell Residence

Carolle Huber Landscape Architecture

A beautiful rain barrel captures water to keep the garden lush and green. An espaliered fruit tree takes pride of place in this lovely, manageable family garden. Carolle Huber

Raised Bed Vegetable Gardens

User

Raised cedar beds along the Sakonnet River, surrounded by in-ground planting beds, enclosed by a perennial border. A blueberry hedge buffers coastal breezes, while a gravel sitting area offers water views from within the garden. Jeremy Brodeur

Culver City Garden Oasis

BE Landscape Design

Allen Haren

Enchanted Garden

Linda McKendry Design

Edible garden, Greenhouse, kitchen garden, vegetable garden Katrina Combs

Alluring Cottage - Charlotte, VT

Distinctive Landscaping

Susan Teare

Vegetable Gardens

Dear Garden Associates, Inc.

Espaliered apple trees were used as a living fence for this garden space. The raised planting beds are built of cedar planking for extra height in the raised beds.

Traditional Landscape

Raised Bed Vegetable Garden

Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Taking advantage of the sunniest space in the garden, this veggie garden is designed to make growing your own vegetables as easy as possible. In a space 19' x 19' square, these 30" high beds made of redwood are large enough to grow food for a family of 4...or more. Photo Credit: Mark Pinkerton

Ted's Biodynamic Garden

Ted Carter Inspired Landscapes

San Raymundo

Dennis Mayer - Photographer

Dennis Mayer, Photographer

Priest Creek

Amaron Folkestad GC Steamboats Builder

Amaron Folkestad Steamboat Springs Builder Contractor

Traditional Garden Design Ideas with a Vegetable Garden

Get Inspired by Traditional 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 traditional 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 Traditional Garden for Your Home

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