This enviable property sits perched on the bluff directly across from the ocean in the La Selva Beach neighborhood of Aptos. Project goals included overall beautification via plants with year-round color and showy blooms, more privacy on the patio and deck, and a way to deter frequent dog-walkers from cutting through the garden. We accomplished this last goal by building up soil mounds behind retaining walls and using taller plants at the apex. Privacy for the deck was achieved by the addition of sleek stucco walls. Project features a large swath of a walkable, drought-tolerant grass alternative. Special care was devoted to selecting plants that can withstand the wind, fog and salt-spray that occur near the ocean. South African and Australian plants figure prominently into the plant palette and create a vibrant complimentary color scheme against the ocean backdrop. Who wouldn't want to spend time in this ocean-view garden?

Birthday Gardens

Pamela Bateman Garden Design

Pamela Bateman Design

Urban Farmstead

Plan-it Earth Design

A sunny spot for vegetables and fruit in the narrow side yard. Design by Amy Whitworth Installed by J Walter Landscape & Irrigation Trellises and painted sculpture by Indio Metal Arts Photo by Janet Loughrey

Mailbox

Brown Bros. Masonry

Brick mailbox with stone cap and matching number stones, enclosing a secure lock box.

Garden for a barn conversion

Joanne Alderson Design

Modern courtyard garden for a barn conversion designed by Jo Alderson Phillips @ Joanne Alderson Design, Built by Tom & the team at TS Landscapes & photographed by James Wilson @ JAW Photography

Tucson Oasis

Santa Rita Landscaping, Inc.

This almost cottage style desert landscape displays an almost seamless transition between existing plantings, transplanted specimens, and new additions to the landscape. Photos by Meagan Hancock

Rudbeckia hirta (Black Eyed Susan)

Earth Design, Inc.

Rudbeckia hirta (Black Eyed Susan)

Residential Design

Cascade Design Group

Kuikawa Lot 1

GM Construction, Inc.

Eggs garden

Ben Kirbyshire

Garden remodel, low maintenance planting

Portfolio of landscape and pool images.

Liquidscapes

A view of a newly installed dry stacked stone retaining walls and stairway from the upper formal/cutting garden to the rear yard. The master bedroom, which has a side entry and terrace with a balcony above, can view the raised formal garden space. Howard Roberts

Contemporary Landscape

East Danforth Backyard Makeover

Green Apple Landscaping

English Modernist in Santa Monica

Bosler Earth Design

Corner fence and trellis detail

Dorthy Pautz Landscape Architect

This corner detail shows how the existing side perimeter wall meets the new sidewalk fence and new narrow stepped trellis tops. This custom trellis was designed for privacy and planted with Akebia vine which is evergreen and will add more height and screening when mature. The existing mature Ficus vines were saved on the existing stucco wall by building new small raised planters around the roots.

Redmond Foss

Alderwood Landscape Architecture and Construction

Southampton Farm

Warren's Nursery

Northbrook Illinois Shade Garden in June

Van Zelst Inc

Photo by Kirsten Gentry and Terra Jenkins for Van Zelst, Inc.

Mediterranean: Meaders

Harold Leidner Landscape Architects

A luxurious Mediterranean house and property with Tuscan influences featuring majestic Live Oak trees, detailed travertine paving, expansive lawns and lush gardens. Designed and built by Harold Leidner Landscape Architects. House construction by Bob Thompson Homes.

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Get Inspired by 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 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 Garden for Your Home

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