Ever since we got these pro landscaping tips on how to design a gorgeous outdoor space, I’ve been thinking about planting a garden. The bad news is that I live on the third floor of a loft space so I’m stuck in daydream mode. For now, my plans are relegated to constantly looking up Pinterest garden ideas. Of course, inspiration abounds.
Luckily for me, I have several friends with big backyard spaces—and I’m hoping they’ll let me live vicariously through their landscaping endeavors. Maybe even help out with some planting? We’ll see. To get my creative juices flowing, I spent a few hours scrolling and looking up Pinterest garden ideas. Needless to say, my inspiration files are full. I now have pages and pages of garden décor and design saturating my screen—and I’m not mad about it. And while it was hard to choose, these 13 gardens came out on top.
13 Pinterest Garden Ideas to Inspire Your Next Project
If you’re pulling out your gardening gloves or, like me, keeping your pursuits contained to the digital space, there’s no shortage of inspo to be found. No matter what kind of landscape you’re working with, options abound—each one more gorgeous than the next. With dreams of future beautiful gardens to come, it’s time to dive into the treasure trove that is (and will always be) Pinterest garden ideas. Let’s get pinning.
Elegant and Easygoing
We couldn’t help but kick things off with none other than Camille’s beautiful backyard. Our founder and editor-in-chief has worked hard over the past few years to transform her backyard into an area perfectly designed for cooking, eating, gathering, and soaking up the sun. The gravel, stonework, and Mallorca-inspired terrace is all about easygoing and organic design. If you love a Spanish aesthetic, your search for the perfect garden ends here.
Read more: Camille’s Backyard Update
Classic Countryside
If you’re a lover of all things renovating and home design, then you’re likely familiar with Cathy Poshusta’s work. Co-founder of Grit and Polish and renovation extraordinaire, Cathy and her husband approach their garden and backyard like they do their gatherings—keeping things simple and streamlined. Their greenery grows wild to create a sense of organic, plentiful abundance. It’s the perfect area for a party or a chill family dinner.
Read more: A Farm-To-Table Meal With Grit & Polish
Desert Chic
Surrounding a 1920s Spanish-style abode, this Los Angeles garden draws inspiration from Mexico and the Mediterranean. We love the organic features—pea gravel, boulders, and stone woven throughout—that give it a gorgeous edge. It’s evocative but approachable. See the full tour on Gardenista.
Urban Oasis
Everything Joanna Goddard touches is gold, that’s why were beyond blown away when she revealed her Brooklyn backyard’s beautiful redesign. Romantic, creeping roses and more seating than you’ll find in most New York apartments—it’s a true entertaining gem. Get the full behind-the-scenes tour at Cup of Jo.
Tuscan Dreamin’
There’s something undeniably evocative but approachable about the Italian countryside. While we’re all dying to book a trip to Tuscany ASAP, in the meantime, we’ll live vicariously through this gorgeous garden.
Cottagecore Chic
This magical cottage garden looks like it was dreamed up by someone writing a fantastical children’s book. The overgrown quality gives it a mysterious look, while the colorful flowers keep it cheerful and charming.
Color-Saturated Sanctuary
We love a garden that supports the natural environment with vibrant décor. The pink flowering trees are accented by the bright, beautiful pots and colors that fleck the space.
Aesthetic Abundance
BRB—pretending I’m a Jane Austen protagonist picking up my petticoats and running through this romantic, floral countryside. The lush, white and pink hydrangeas perfectly play up this idyllic, rural scene.
Perfectly Provençal
Nothing says the South of France quite like a lush field of lavender. There’s something so deeply cool about architecturally designed gardens. This one does a great job of having a really clean aesthetic that borders on the formal without being stuffy or boring.
Coastal Cool
We love the weathered look of a pergola supporting an array of bushes and plants. We featured Alex Bates’ Fire Island cottage on the site a few years’ back and still can’t get enough of her garden’s timeless appeal.
Secret Hideaway
A Lady and the Tramp-esque lunch, anyone? We love the balance of structure and freedom the greenery gets in this garden. It’s lush, expansive, and serves as inspiration for anyone looking to update their outdoor space. I could look at images of this magical place for hours and never get bored. It utilizes various kinds of landscape architecture and yet manages to have a cohesive, beautiful aesthetic that truly serves to add to the calming nature of the place.
Rustic Romance
Just imagine the bliss. This standout garden strikes the perfect balance between being neatly manicured while still retaining a bit of aesthetic wildness and wonder. It beautifully blends aspirational and accessible—all in one truly livable space.
Moroccan Magic
We love bringing the outdoors in—and vice-versa, of course. This grand and ornate garden blends with the architecture beautifully, surrounding every visitor in an oasis-like atmosphere.