Waterfall backyard

Matthew Giampietro Garden Design

Backyard rock waterfall by Matthew Giampietro

Glebe Tropical Courtyard

inovasis design

An unused carapace was transformed into a lush and peaceful tropical space with a bluestone paved patio and organic steppers weaving through the space, with a cantilevered timber bench midway. Unsightly garbage bins were hidden with a custom designed hardwood screen.

Wurtulla - Sunshine Coast

Horte Couture

Tropical garden in West London

Jane Ashley Garden Design

Tropical themed garden in West London -- view from inside the house. Showing comfy outdoor seating surrounded by lush planting including bamboo, tree ferns, phormiums and grasses.

2014 Pinecrest Residence 1 year later

Landscaping by Steve Blaum

Monica Sarduy

Baker's Bay Garden 1

Raymond Jungles, Inc.

Ponds & Waterfalls For Backyards & Front Yards

Designscapes of Long Island

Clients from Patchogue, East Patchogue, Patchogue Village, Bellport Village and all over Long Island turn to Designscapes Landscaping. If you are looking for a one of a kind natural outdoor living landscape pond and waterfall design to enjoy with your family and friends, give us a call today and our pond and waterfall outdoor designers will get started!

Tropical Landscape

Stupski Residence

Personal Touch Landscape

layabout lilli pilli

Impressions Landscape - Design

Curves were cut to replicate and draw attention to the Large Paperbark Tree which was deliberately retained as a key component of the design. Various garden features and visual focal points were planned into the garden design to bring this garden to life and bring activity to this small courtyard space. These were all considered and highlighted with a dramatic lighting design to showcase the garden at night.

Key West Formal

Craig Reynolds Landscape Architecture

Tamara Alvarez

Outdoor Bathroom & Shower

Full Circle Design & Remodeling

Full Circle Design - Jeffrey Howard

Tropical Paradise in Vista

Marilyn's Garden Design

Backyard Tropical Paradise with planting islands and natural style pool with stone coping, Designer Marilyn Guidroz, Photographer Jerry Pavia

Tropical Garden

Eileen G Designs

Amazing Before and After Photos

SYNLawn

Rock Pool with Lazy River - Tropical Garden Style

My Garden: Landscape Design by Wayne

Loch Lloyd Lounger

Nature's Touch

Tropical islands are the focal point for the design build of the acreage behind this stunning, Mediterranean-style home. The hardscape features a three level pool, including a toddler pool and a wading pool. Starting at the reef, there are three leaf petal loungers which allow you to recline in four to six inches of water at your feet. Limestone holy boulders are placed strategically along the edge for a natural element. A beautiful blend of earthy colors within the flagstone create a natural and rustic pool deck. All of the steps and bench seating inside the pool are also made of flagstone (custom fabricated flagstone coping for this project was completed on site). The toddler pool features fiber optic lighting which was installed at the bottom of the pool in the gunnite shell to create the reflection of a starry, celestial sky (fiber optic lighting can be used to create any number of shapes or constellations). An infinity edge crashes over beautiful stone and tile work, falling into a wading pool below. Another special feature is a water feature of riverstone cobbles sitting below dancing flames. Large stepping stones alongside this feature lead you to a lounge pool deck creating the feeling of an island retreat. Limestone slabs were used for a path of steps that take you through the landscaping back to the main house. A gazebo was added to hold an outdoor kitchen, an outdoor shower and a pool house with restrooms. All of the outdoor features are automated, allowing you to operate water temperature, fire features, water features, even the music and lighting from your smartphone.

Boca Raton, FL Residential Landscape 1

Botanical Visions

Koi Pond and Tropical Gazebo - Encinitas

Del Rancho Pools

Tropical Garden Design Ideas with Natural Stone Pavers

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.