Dover, MA- Driveway entrance and rear patio design

An interesting side yard garden. Often only seen as a transitional space - the side yard can be so much more. Yes - anything is possible

Trellis plus Living Fence for privacy - photo 6 months after installation

Home & Garden Design, Atlanta - Danna Cain, ASLA

The owner wanted to create privacy and the sense of a courtyard without barricading the side/rear yard with a typical privacy fence. We designed and installed this lovely arbor/gate/trellis as a focal point in the side yard and as an entrance into the "courtyard" garden. Shrubs were planted to either side of the trellis which would soon grow to 12' tall and provide all the privacy needed. This photo was taken soon after installation, but you can already see the climbing roses reaching for the top of the arbor and the other perennials that lead your eye to the gate. Photographer: Danna Cain, Home & Garden Design, Inc.

Cottage Garden Fusion

Urban Oasis Landscape Design

A verdant forest has replaced the drab concrete driveway that was there before. Getting to the back yard has become an adventure in and of itself in which you can gaze at the many plants along the curving path. A climbing rose (“All Ablaze”) scampers up the five foot high trellis that was added to the brick wall to create privacy. Photos by Vladimir Sheinberb

Traditional Cottage Garden Rancho Santa Fe

The Design Build Company

Rancho Santa Fe landscape cottage traditional ranch house..with used brick, sydney peak flagstone ledgerstone and professionally installed and designed by Rob Hill, landscape architect - Hill's Landscapes- the design build company.

Traditional Landscape

New Orleans Style Backyard Garden

Stewart Land Designs

Deerfield Residence

Arrow. Land + Structures

AMS Landscape Design Studios, Inc.

Farmhouse Front Landscape - Hawthorn Woods, IL

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

A large border bed sweeps around the corner of this Illinois home, framing the large porch. Plants are a mixture of long blooming perennials, flowering shrubs and ornamental grasses. Renn Kuhnen Photography

Woodland Park-Like Estate

Les Arbres Tree Service & Fine Gardening

Back hillside gardens mixed with trees, shrubbery, perennials and annuals.

Brick & Stone Garden Path

Charmscapes

Our Work

Texas Outdoor Impressions

Naturalistic Planting

Through The Garden, Inc.

Here, we planted succulents between large stepping stones to add color and soft texture to a walkway. The area surrounding the walkway was also planted with succulents, perennials, and grasses. This combined with the stone used creates a naturalistic environment.

Flagstone Walkway in Draper, Utah

All States Landscaping

The chocolate mulch really accentuates the flagstone path. Outdoor lighting is beautiful. The rock feature in the background ads a wonderful touch to this beautiful home.

English Tudor Gem

Architectural Gardens, Inc

In a narrow sideyard, a flagstone path leads to the backyard. Ornamental grasses screen views of the A/C units. Mike Crews Photography

My Houzz: Garage Sale Meets Glam in Ohio

Adrienne DeRosa

Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz Inc. Set for an afternoon gathering, the Ciacchis' picnic table is nothing less than effortlessly elegant. Pulling from her inspirations toward southern charm and hospitality, Jennifer combines treasures from her "junking" adventures with vintage Eva Zeisel china to create a mood befitting of the most perfect summer day. The 12-foot table was hand made from barn siding. Jennifer picked the chairs from a dumpster, later realizing that each one had a name on it. "Because on the back of each one is a name of the person's chair, it makes it fun for parties because everyone gets a new name at dinner!" she says. Woven votives hang overhead, ready to create evening ambiance. Adrienne DeRosa © 2014 Houzz

A Tudor’s Stately Grounds

The Lazy Gardener

A simple black metal arbor gate and stones placed into the lawn are elegant in their simplicity.

Nixon Gardens

Jan Enright Creations

Wes Stearns

English Country

Barry Block Landscape Design & Contracting, Inc.

Traditional Side Yard Garden Design Ideas

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.