Designed to control erosion behind this Rhinebeck home, this landscaping project also creates a striking, stepped appearance. Large boulders anchor the top and bottom of the hill, while a revitalized existing staircase gives guests easy access to other areas of the property.

Winner $10k Frontyard Makeover!!!

Twisted Rock Terrascape & Design, Inc.

This client won our $10k Front Yard Makeover and wanted their old front yard stripped away and a dry river bed put in place with a flagstone sitting area and a cedar privacy screen to add some interest. Low maintenance was top priority. We came in and in one day we had the project complete for them!!

Berkeley Hills Restoration

Art Garden Design

When we took on this project, the property was completely overgrown and in need of a serious facelift. The owner loved original architecture of the home and the original brick work of house. The challenge was to make the landscape functional and safe while keeping the original charm in tact. These photos only show a glimpse of the work that took place over 8 months: construction of new retaining walls, pathways, driveways, entrance walk ways, stairs, landings, and the plants. Each hardscape element you see in the photos is newly constructed, 95 percent of the original brick was repurposed to lay patios, reconstruct walls, and new tiles and wood was incorporated. The restoration craft is to make the landscape appear timeless, in tact for 100 years.

Traditional Beach Cottage

Wildflower Landscape Design at K&D Landscaping

Curved Calstone pathways leading to entrance of home

Dry Riverbed/Drainage/Mossrock Accent Walls/Low Voltage Lighting

The Nelson Team

Another beautiful addition to this client's home, which includes a previous outdoor kitchen and putting green area. This project addressed two areas of need, First, we installed a dry riverbed in the back, down a slope, and just above the previously installed putting green. Water was an issue running down that side and into the driveway. We dug down and installed rock to catch and slow the water and direct it to the drive. The rock used tied into the rock we previously installed during the putting green project and only increased the beauty in the area. Lights were installed to the putting green area, so that night play is possible. We also added mossrock accent/edging walls to the beds in the front of the home for a clean look and to define the space

Cary, NC - Preston

Ponti Landscapes Inc

This project in Cary, NC included resolving grade and drainage issue and the installation of: - Approximately 5,000 SQFT of fescue sod - 100' L Retaining Wall - Large dry creek drainage bed

Crown Hill Garden

Ashworth Design Studio

石垣のある庭

株式会社　木村グリーンガーデナー

和室脇の通路にわ路地庭に合う「四方竹」を植え込み青鉄平の通路と固まる砂利「ナルスワロ」でデザインしました。

Проект в стиле лофт

ООО " Firmel' "

Natural Outdoor Living

The Amendola Group, Inc.

The Millertown project was set on a vast hillside overlooking the Hudson Valley. This design includes everything from white oak boardwalks + bridges stretching over streams and wetlands, to a one of a kind handcrafted water feature. As you look through this project showcase, you will see many aspects of our skilled crew's capabilities; from excavation to custom carpentry and everything in between, the Amendola team is able to handle all elements in custom outdoor living design and installation.

Berkeley Hills Restoration

Art Garden Design

Redmond Stream

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Landscaping

PLS Landscaping

Crown Hill Garden

Ashworth Design Studio

No Mow Borough Beauty

Indigenous Ingenuities, LLC

Dive Into Luxury

Kritsonis Lindor

Back of the home showing the pool, waterfront, and dock

Custom River In Backyard

Big Rock Landscaping

Adding a river to your backyard landscape design is the perfect way to add visual beauty as well as the relaxing sounds of a babbling brook to the space.

Leesburg Renovation

J&L Interiors, LLC

Rock retaining wall provideds privacy to this sunken backyard patio. Easily accessible from the driveway and home.

Traditional Garden Design Ideas with with Rock Feature

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.