Photography by Lisa Romerein
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean full sun backyard gravel formal garden in San Francisco.

Inspiration for a large traditional backyard formal garden in New York for summer.

Nick McCullough
Inspiration for a traditional full sun formal garden in Columbus.

This is an example of a large traditional backyard landscaping in New York.

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Traditional white two-story exterior home idea in Orlando with a hip roof

Fire Island poses many challenges for creating successful landscapes. Careful planning, preparation and amendments allowed us to create this stunning garden. While there is a lot of symmetry throughout the grounds, the garden still has a casual feel that still captures the feel of the Island. The gardens complement the architecture of the main house, pool house and surrounding patios. Photos by Jeffrey Erb

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Courtyard garden with perennial flower beds in a Connecticut backyard. The benches and stone work are surrounded by the fragrant ground cover plant, wholly thyme. The garden design is by Matthew Giampietro

In this backyard courtyard garden, a level terrace was created to view the garden from the house deck above. The perennials are blooming all seasons. The backyard perennial garden, seating areas are Connecticut by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfallls Fountains & Gardens inc.

This Courtyard Garden design with a small granite bird bath is a perennial garden in Connecticut. The casual elegance of the perennial garden plants with the soft colors of pink and white, soften the subtle hardscape elements. This courtyard garden design is in Connecticut by Matthew Giampietro of Waterfalls Fontains & Gardens Inc.

Informal garden with flowering perennials and a dogwood in flower. This is the late spring in Connecticut. Garden design by Matthew Giampietro
This is an example of a traditional full sun backyard formal garden in Bridgeport.

Pea Stone Walkway, Parterre, Wood Bench, Fountain, Raised Planters, Vegetable Garden, Tennis Court, Barn
Inspiration for a huge farmhouse full sun backyard gravel formal garden in New York for summer.

This backyard garden design in a Connecticut backyard was created for perennial garden plants. The backyard garden courtyard was designed by Matthew Giampietro

Ira Montgomery
This is an example of a large traditional gravel formal garden in Dallas.

Nestled in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe, this breathtaking Italian-style estate draws inspiration from an award-winning parterre garden design. Impeccably manicured hedges, symmetrical pathways, and timeless European detailing create an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur. The meticulously planned layout captures the romance of old-world Italy, blending sculptural plantings with refined stonework to frame sweeping views of the property. Every element is designed for both visual harmony and lasting beauty, offering a luxurious outdoor experience worthy of a historic estate.

Parterre garden Jon Huelskamp, Landmark Photo Design
Inspiration for a traditional backyard stone formal garden in Minneapolis.

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Nestled in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe, this breathtaking Italian-style estate draws inspiration from an award-winning parterre garden design. Impeccably manicured hedges, symmetrical pathways, and timeless European detailing create an atmosphere of elegance and grandeur. The meticulously planned layout captures the romance of old-world Italy, blending sculptural plantings with refined stonework to frame sweeping views of the property. Every element is designed for both visual harmony and lasting beauty, offering a luxurious outdoor experience worthy of a historic estate.

The back garden is grounded with multiple seating and entertaining areas, enclosed with large perennial beds featuring shades of purples. Each turn around the garden, high lights a different vista or focal point. From the golf course in the distance, water features or bountiful blooms. Nick McCullough