Dappled light cut flower garden

This project had two required outcomes; develop a bolder garden presence in both the front and back garden, while creating a unique area in the backyard for teenage boys to entertain in. The backyard was a very rocky site which included a bald, exposed rock and multiple levels, but which had an innate native feel - so this was built upon by planting a number of beautiful Australian species, such as Bracelet Honey Myrtle, Kangaroo Paw, Mat Rush, selected succulents, Coastal Rosemary, Japanese Box topiaries, Sweet Viburnum, Bird-of-Paradise, Box and Keteleeri Juniper. To carry the native feel throughout the entire redevelopment, the backyard construction included feature sandstone walling, timber bollards to support lighting and sandstone steps with decomposed granite. To ensure the area fulfilled its entertainment goal, a fire pit was created with timber seating surrounds and a new BBQ enclosure installed, complete with lighting and a gas BBQ for year-round functionality. The exposed rock was turned into a unique feature piece and the garden was punctuated with sculptures, tallowwood posts, sawn sandstone, castlight fittings and terrazzo pots to imbue a modern bent. This feel was carried throughout the front yard where new feature walling, pots and lighting complemented the same plant varieties. The end result is a bold modern garden which boasts year-round entertainment functionality and can be enjoyed by all ages.

Wine Country Retreat

Andrew Mann Architecture

Matthew Millman

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Succulents in the front

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Santa Fe Permaculture

PermaDesign, Inc.

Tunia Hyland

Quarton Garden

Zaremba & Company

Photo by George Dzahristos

copper and redwood mailbox

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Driveway Entry Facing Street

Goldberg & Rodler, Inc.

Looking up the new driveway towards the street. 'Green Giant' Arborvitae screen the neighbor's property from view and will mature to conceal the utility lines overhead. Boulders found on site were utilized to make walls for a larger parking area. Photo by Susan Sotera

"Tiny Oak Forest Garden"

Exclusive Eden Landscape Design

Conservation Grass

Sonoma Retreat

Rollin Landscape Design

Cathy Stancil Photography

River's Edge

SURROUNDS Landscape Architecture + Construction

Landscape Architect: Howard Cohen

Transitional Backyard - Mequon

Ginkgo Leaf Studio

Healthy and happy shade plants - an example of right-plant-right-place. Westhauser Photography

Sustainable Long Island Residence

Narofsky Architecture + ways2design

Nat Rea Photography

Arbordale Landscaping

Cedar gate with arbour entrance to the backyard. Flagstone landing with cobblestone border.

35,779 Transitional Garden Design Ideas

A well-landscaped garden is a thing of beauty, yet in most homes it is the last to receive design attention. A beautiful landscape will not only add to the visual appeal of your home but also enhance your lifestyle and enjoyment of being at home. The options for your transitional garden design can be as elaborate or low maintenance as you desire, depending on your lifestyle and interest in gardening. But before you start planning, digging and sowing remember your garden ideas should complement your home's style. Remember, plants and landscaping can add colour, texture and even fragrance to your home. Start designing your own landscape by browsing transitional garden images to help you get some inspiration for the layout, design, decor and plants.

How do I pick a transitional garden design?

In most homes the garden area is located at the back of the house, but there is always some space in the front to spruce up. The front landscape is your chance to make a great first impression, so it should be consistent with the style of your home. A flower garden is a great option, but if maintenance is an issue you can opt for low-maintenance succulents or bushes instead. If you don’t enjoy gardening or have limited space in the front, stick with a lawn and create a gravel pathway, then add some fun garden decor like a small water feature, bird feeder or creative welcome board to add some warmth to the entrance. Back gardens offer more space and hence serve a more recreational purpose, so it’s important to know how you want to spend time here before you design it. Typically, this garden is where your fruit trees, bigger flowering shrubs and possibly a vegetable or home garden will go. Also, install structures such as patios, decks and gazebos that complement your garden design. Pick garden furniture for entertaining and playtime with seating, dining areas, play spaces. If you are constrained by space, a bench in the garden makes a great reading or meditation spot. Remember the finer details, like artfully-placed decor, lawn edging, and outdoor lighting to add definition and enhance your most basic transitional garden ideas.

How do I design a garden in a small space?

Don’t let the lack of space ruin your dream of a garden. Small gardens can be designed to flaunt. Plan your garden design according to the layout of the area. Ensure your garden plan focuses on maximising the space, so think about vertical gardens, container gardening, hanging pots and mini water gardens to display your plants. Add elements like a small water stream or mirrors to amplify the visual appearance of the transitional garden. Overall, well-executed landscapes with the right plants, flowers and shrubbery can greatly enhance your home by adding colour, texture and even fragrance to your garden, so don’t be afraid to treat your landscape like you would any room in your home

Curving Bluestone Walkway with Radius Granite Steps

Natural Path Landscaping

Note how we always have large bluestone pieces at the edge because we lay out the pattern with AutoCAD. There are two more granite steps at the driveway. See the granite lamp post.