The design for the new custom stepped redwood fence and gate incorporated a narrow trellis top for Akebia vines. The horizontal slats are expressed with a modern reveal but there are no gaps, for privacy. The topiary trees are Majestic Beauty Hawthorns, which will quickly bulk up in height and spread and create even more privacy from neighboring houses. The narrow sidewalk planter has Liriope, Biokovo Geraniums and Ajuga

Rock Mural

Koheid Design

Davis Design

Landscape Design Associates

Orinda 6

Garden Nest Residential Landscape

Photo By: Jude Parkinson-Morgan

Wilson Lighting Landscape Lighting

Wilson Lighting

Nichole Kennelly Photography

A concrete path next to a dry creek bed, and Feather reed grass, catmint, and hardy ice plant. Winger Photography.

Central District Edible Garden

Board & Vellum

Landscape contracting by Avid Landscape. Carpentry by Contemporary Homestead. Photograph by Meghan Montgomery.

Specialty Gardens

Table2Garden

A great garden begins with great design. Table2Garden specializes in drought dazzling designs utilizing native plants and sustainable materials. We pride ourselves on innovating unique garden spaces that reflect our customers style. There are so many creative uses of outdoor space - we encourage our clients to collaborate with us! Whether you are designing a new garden that can grow with your new family or want a design that reflects your lifestyle - let us inspire you.

Colorful Fountain Urns

Through The Garden, Inc.

These ceramic vases were installed with aquaboxes for a custom-built fountain. The fountain adds soothing sound to the surrounding patio and serves as an artistic centerpiece with a splash of color in the patio.

Portager Garden

McCullough's Landscape & Nursery

Nick McCullough

Gates & Fences

Monarch Gardens, Inc.

Pacific Palisades Estate

Leyva & Wilde, Inc.

Magical View

Suncrest Gardens

Sidewalk from fireplace patio to garage door continues bluestone material and pattern dry laid within gravel walkway. Plant choices reflect partial shade conditions and include Kolkwitzia, ‘Dream Catcher’ Beauty Bush.

Hidden Gem in Tiverton

Sunflower Designs LLC

Photo Credit: Rupert Whiteley

Secret Garden in Lawrence Park

Jennifer Hayman Design Group

JHDG

Fort Lauderdale Intimate seating area

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Intimate seating area in a South Florida backyard with stepping stone walkway and coral stone benches

Rosenberger-Sprague Residence

User

Photo: Alyssha Csuk View from Forest Garden Part of our design included a number of nature trails through a large forest garden behind the home.

Bath Courtyard

Green & Gorgeous

Portuguese Laurel add structure, height and screening, creating a stark separation between the courtyard and lawn areas.

Decorative Yard Solution

Baldi Gardens, Inc.

A great solution to those unsightly yard issues that we all have. This is a pebble and carpentry combo designed to decoratively "hide" your AC unit while adding to the overall landscape appeal.

Transitional Garden Design Ideas with Gravel

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.