Phoenix Landscaping Ideas
Get ideas for your own property from landscaping projects in the Phoenix area
Light up the Night
In the winter months, it gets dark in Phoenix just shortly after 5 p.m. However it is often still pleasant enough to spend time outside. This means that you’ll need some type of lighting to be able to enjoy your outdoor spaces. Landscape lighting will add a whole new dimension to your home and garden. Whether you’re lighting the front yard to increase nighttime curb appeal and safety or you’re lighting the backyard so you can spend time outdoors after dark, it is a wise investment for homeowners throughout Maricopa County. This home looks especially nice with the plants and trees in the front yard lit from below.
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Alexon Design Group
Gilbert, AZ
Combine Fire & Water
With lots of growth and many new homes going up in the last decade, Phoenix is on the cutting edge of design trends. One popular outdoor design trend is the use of fire and water in combination. This backyard pool features stone pillars topped with fire bowls that spill sheets of water into the pool. The combination of fire and water draws people in with light and sound, that when coupled create an energetic pull. It also helps to create a resort-like atmosphere at home, which follows the ‘staycation’ trend that has been prevalent recently.
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Lone Star Landscaping
Phoenix, AZ
Go Tropical
With Phoenix’s hot weather, you may need to trick the mind into thinking it is somewhere else. With the right trees and plants, you can help yourself feel like you’re at a tropical resort rather than in the middle of the desert. This backyard in Chandler has a relaxing tropical atmosphere. It features a pool and spa, fire pit, small lawn and built-in grill. However, the palm trees and colorful blooms of hibiscus and lantana are what complete the tropical vibe. When selecting tropical plants be certain that they can tolerate the heat and drought conditions of Phoenix.
See more of this backyard: Small Arizona Backyard Enhanced
Alexon Design Group
Gilbert, AZ
Stay True to the Southwest
Phoenix definitely has a regional style similar to other areas of the Southwest. Think colored stucco, wrought iron accents, and colorful decorative tiles. If your home has this architectural style, it is best to stick with the same approach in your landscape so that the two are cohesive. This fountain is a prime example of a landscape feature that stays true to the Southwest. Its arched shaped is a Mediterranean influence, while the tiles look like they could have been hand-made in Mexico. This same concept could be applied on a smaller scale if you don’t have a lot of space on your property.
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Azul-Verde Design Group, Inc.
Cave Creek, AZ
Be Modern
While the southwestern style is dominant in Phoenix, modern design is becoming increasingly popular. The starkness of the desert surroundings resonates well with the clean lines of the modern style. This Scottsdale swimming pool takes it inspiration from the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright. It features a cantilevered concrete shelf, three ultra-modern water features and two colored walls that anchor it within the landscape. Behind the pool, desert plants and trees were arranged in masses, as is common for modern landscapes. The colors used, inspired by a piece of artwork inside the home, are intense and fresh, which is another hallmark of modern landscapes.
See more of this pool: A Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Pool
Bianchi Design
Scottsdale, AZ
Pick Light Colors
The sun’s rays can be quite intense in Phoenix. I’m sure you can attest to this if you’ve ever stepped barefooted onto black asphalt in August. When selecting materials for your yard keep this in mind - lighter colors will absorb less heat from the sun than darker colors. That’s why every surface in this backyard, from the paving to the countertops, is a light earthy color. This way you won’t end up with blister on your toes just from walking across the paving into the pool. You could go one step further and add some shade in specific areas with a pergola, umbrella or shade sails.
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Unique Landscapes by Griffin
Mesa, AZ
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