Surprisingly large walkout ranch.

A Bit of Maine on the Potomac

Lynne Church

Melissa Clark Photography

Autumn in the Garden

Ruth Consoli Design

Winterberry Holly (Ilex verticillata, native shrub for full sun to part shade, dry to wet soil). Great fall and winter interest when the leaves turn yellow then fall leaving red, orange or yellow berries on bare stems. Berry color dependent upon variety type. Needs a male plant near by for pollination and berry production. Great source of food for overwintering birds and nice cut branches in pots for winter interest. Ruth Consoli Design

Plants in 2017!

The homeowner wanted a natural path around the landscape to walk on. She wanted to incorporate the saguaros her dad had planted in the yard many years ago. Deana M. Chiavola

Ландшафтный сад с прудом в КП "Европа"

ARCADIA GARDEN Ландшафтная Студия

Дубовицкая Диана

San Rafael Hillside renovation

BK Landscape Design

San Rafael Overview: This garden project began with the demolition of an existing pool and decks cantilevered over a hillside. The garden was originally a Japanese-themed garden retreat and free-form shaped pool. While the client wanted to update and replace many elements, they sought to keep the free-form characteristics of the existing design and repurpose existing materials. BK Landscape Design created a new garden with revetment walls and steps to a succulent garden with salvaged boulders from the pool and pool coping. We built a colored concrete path to access a new wood trellis constructed on the center-line view from the master bedroom. A combination of Bay friendly, native and evergreen plantings were chosen for the planting palette. The overhaul of the yard included low-voltage lighting and minimal drainage. A new wood deck replaced the existing one at the entrance as well as a deck off of the master bedroom that was also constructed from repurposed materials. The style mimics the architectural detail of the mansard roof and simple horizontal wood siding of the house. After removing a juniper (as required by the San Rafael Fire Department within the Wildland-Urban interface) we designed and developed a full front-yard planting plan. All plants are Bay-Friendly, native, and irrigated with a more efficient in-line drip irrigation system to minimize water use. Low-voltage lighting and minimal drainage were also part of the overhaul of the front yard redesign.

Secluded Transitional

Green View Landscaping

An Entertaining Garden

Marti Neely, APLD

Iron Horse Whitefish

Naturescape - Montana Landscape Design

Blending House and Landscape with Big trees, big shrubs and natural rock. Bob LeBlanc

Gardens & walkways in North Andover, MA

Rue Sherwood Landscape Design, LLC

Rue Sherwood Landscape Design

Гравийная дорожка и лестница из натурального камня

Ландшафтная мастерская Алены Арсеньевой

Сад трав расположен на верхней террасе сада. Лестница из натурального камня позволяет спуститься в теннистую аллею на нижнием уровне сада. Злаковые растения быстро развиваются и могут быстро создать впечатление долгой жизни ландшафта на этом участке. Автор проекта ландшафтного дизайна - Алена Арсеньева. Реализация проекта и ведение работ - Владимир Чичмарь

River Front Estate

Centrix Building Group

ENTRE DUNE ET FORET

Concept'terre Paysage

Retaining Walls

The Landscape Company

Agencement terrassse et végétalisation en bord de bassin existant.

ID o Paysage

Plant Ideas & Colorful Combinations

Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

The fall flowers of Sweet Autumn Clematis - Clematis paniculata Austin Ganim Landscape Design, LLC

An Entertaining Garden

Clematis terniflora in flower in November. Photo - Jane Pimm

Transitional Garden Design Ideas for Fall

Get Inspired by Transitional 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 transitional 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 Transitional Garden for Your Home

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