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A Split Level Garden
A Split Level Garden
Kate Gould GardensKate Gould Gardens
Copyright of Nicola Stocken
Bunce Residence
Bunce Residence
Personal Touch LandscapePersonal Touch Landscape
Riverfront Estate
Riverfront Estate
Michael Flaugh, Landscape Architect, P.L.Michael Flaugh, Landscape Architect, P.L.
Mike Flaugh
Budget friendly Sustainable Garden
Budget friendly Sustainable Garden
iNSPiRE Landscape & Garden DesigniNSPiRE Landscape & Garden Design
A beautiful sustainable garden, featuring screening, views, natural pavers, black mulch, fruit trees and raised vegetable beds, grape vines and various native plants.
Richard
Richard
Ken Griffin LandscapeKen Griffin Landscape
Banyon
Banyon
Jilzart DesignJilzart Design
Frederic Francis
Frederic Francis
Francis LandscapesFrancis Landscapes
Clean-lined, Tropical Color
Clean-lined, Tropical Color
UserUser
Lovely, clean-lined landscape color featuring bromeliads, palms, and a Mexican beach pebble border by Pamela Crawford. Pamela's services include landscape design and installation, pottery, outdoor living areas, and paving design. She covers Palm Beach and Martin County, including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Palm Beach, Wellington, Stuart, and Palm Beach Gardens.
Front Yard Facelift
Front Yard Facelift
Gardening AngelGardening Angel
This home had zero front landscape. The client requested low maintenance, succulents and rock elements. The area was not full sun, but had significant morning light and in fact had quite a bit of shade. This was a bit of a challenge to specify plants that could thrive in mixed light, but could handle direct sun for several hours a day. We incorporated some tough but lovely plants that require very little upkeep except to trim off spent/dying leaves to keep them looking clean. By using a rock edging and heavy mulching under the plants, we further reduced maintenance. We added landscape lighting to show off the garden at night and to provide subtle welcoming light to the entry.
3420 North Ocean Boulevard | Gulf Stream, FL
3420 North Ocean Boulevard | Gulf Stream, FL
Pascal Liguori & SonPascal Liguori & Son
Walkway
Small Garden Rejuvenation
Small Garden Rejuvenation
Transforming GardensTransforming Gardens
Backyard Pool Buffer
Backyard Pool Buffer
Construction Landscape, LLC.Construction Landscape, LLC.
Vero Beach backyard tropical palm tree buffer. Landscape designed and installed by Construction Landscape With Designs by Jennifer Bevins. Servicing The Treasure and Space Coast 772-492-8382.
Backyard ambiance
Backyard ambiance
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of JacksonvilleOutdoor Lighting Perspectives of Jacksonville
Shadow created by spot on a crane statue against the oka tree. Photo by Jim Gann
Pot Design
Pot Design
Urban Eco Design, Inc. LandscapingUrban Eco Design, Inc. Landscaping
Hokulia
Hokulia
Three Roses InteriorsThree Roses Interiors
Exterior pre entry to main entry doors to residence.
living walls
living walls
Tucan ArtsTucan Arts
Colorful Curb Appeal in a Boca Raton Landscape
Colorful Curb Appeal in a Boca Raton Landscape
UserUser
This Boca Raton landscape features the very best of tropical color by Pamela Crawford. See over 1000 images of Pamela's work at www.pamela-crawford.com. She services include designing landscapes and outdoor living areas in Palm Beach County, FL.
Bunce Residence
Bunce Residence
Personal Touch LandscapePersonal Touch Landscape
Rue Group, Inc.
Rue Group, Inc.
Rue Group, Inc. / Kathryn Rue, Landscape ArchitectRue Group, Inc. / Kathryn Rue, Landscape Architect
A beautiful home was surrounded by an old and poorly laid out landscape before our firm was called in to evaluate ways to re-organize the spaces and pull the whole look together for the rich and refined tastes of this client. Today they are proud to entertain at poolside where there is now enough space to have over-flowing parties. A vine covered custom wood lattice arbor successfully hides the side of the garage while creating a stunning focal point at the shallow end of the pool. An intimate courtyard garden is just a step outside the Master Bedroom where the sounds of the central water fountain can be heard throughout the house and lush plantings, cobblestone paving and low iron rail accents transport you to New Orleans. The front yard and stone entry now truly reflect this home’s incredible interior and a charming rose garden, that was once an unused lawn area, leads to a secret garden.
Genord Residence
Genord Residence
PARADELO BURGESS DESIGN STUDIO LLCPARADELO BURGESS DESIGN STUDIO LLC

Tropical Formal Garden Design Ideas

Get Inspired by Tropical 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 tropical 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 Tropical Garden for Your Home

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