This garden design relates the story of the owners' life transition from simple Montana country girl to urban chic woman. At the center of the garden a formal rose garden, and from there the framed view of the past accentuated by a wood pergola, represented by the wilderness of Montana. The waterfall appears to originate beyond the garden. A pergola and patio to the left ensure maximum enjoyment of the water feature. Naturalistic and water wise plantings compliment the overall effect. Drip irrigation is used throughout the plantings to conserve water.

Brilliant Light Source

Brilliant Light Source, LLC.

Water Features

Curti's Landscaping, Inc.

Landscape

Bachman's Landscaping & Garden Services

My Work

Paramount Fencing

Woodland Waterfall | St. Louis, MO

Frisella Landscape Group

Natural flagstone path leads to a backyard patio overlooking a pond. Frisella Nursery

Backyard Renovation

Alpine Construction and Design Ltd.

This water feature was constructed on a mature landscape and was a great addition to the space.

Water Features

Paragon Landscape Management

Hillsborough Small Creek

Landscape Nirvana

Pond Project

Viridescent Studio

Backyard Renovation in Ann Arbor, MI

Poseidon Ponds & Landscaping

This was a backyard renovation. There was an existing plastic tub pond with many perennials around it. We took out everything, saved as many perennials as we could and installed a new rubber lined, natural ecosystem pond, stream and waterfall. We redesigned the area and created a couple different seating areas along with a pathway over the stream. Transplanted the perennials and added a few new plants to add interest all year long. A year after installation we added an accent spillway bowl to the feature. They make great additions to existing water features or make great stand alone features. They can add extra movement to dead spots in ponds and more oxygen to the water. We put tropical plants in the bowl for extra filtration as well.

Koi Pond, Pool, & Pergola - Nanuet, NY

CLC Landscape Design

This photo is an overview of the backyard. This landscape design has it all! A gunite swimming pool with a spa and pool waterfall, a 10' deep koi pond with "floating" pergola made from rough sawn cedar, an Ipe deck, another waterfall, and a Norwegian Buff quartzite patio to connect it all.

Backyard Retreat

Marti Neely, APLD

Classique Chic Jardin

Water Garden Wall

Céladon Designs, Inc.

Tydan Landscape Design, Inc Office

TYDAN Landscape Design Inc.

Listed Manor with a Moat

Barnes Walker Ltd - Landscape Architects

Barnes Walker Ltd

Our Work

Bob's Landscaping

Naturalizing a hillside with boulders, plants, and a waterfall and a pond, at a home in North Barrington

Transitional Garden Design Ideas with with Pond

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.