I heavily write about the new interior trends for the year ahead each year, and what I’m seeing this year is how some of the core interior threads are being shared with the outside world in 2026.
Earthy interior design is heavily influencing our choices in colours and elements in our gardens, and it’s making us feel good! Zoning your garden rings through as a top trend, and something that’s relatively easy to employ in any garden, no matter the size.
These are the trends defining our gardens this year, so let’s get stuck in!
The Top Garden Design Trends For 2026 Worth Knowing About
Zoning Your Garden
Turning your garden into a multi purpose space is the best way to create a garden that works for you. If you’re overwhelmed by how to make a very narrow or large garden space work for you, take note.
Andrew White, sales and marketing director at Rhino Greenhouses commented on creating different zones to fully enjoy the space: “By creating different zones in your garden, you can make full use of it without it feeling overwhelming. If you have a greenhouse, this could act as a focal point, with a seating and cooking area nearby making it easy to use homegrown produce straight on the grill or in salads. Being able to nip into your greenhouse to snip some freshly grown herbs to finish a dish really helps us lean into the idea of growing what we eat and living more mindfully”.
“For relaxed, coastal-inspired gardens, the rest of the surroundings might include edible bedded plants for greenery or even a small water feature. If you’re more taken by English cottage gardens, then plenty of raised flower beds and interesting pieces of decor and outdoor furniture will add colour and interest”.
Holistic Garden Design
Leaning into a holistic garden design is a similar approach to creating an interior design scheme that just works, and feels intentional.
Matt Evans, co-founder at The Garden Room – Living and Landscape Studio, adds: “One of the key trends we’re seeing is a move towards more considered, holistic garden design, where every element works together to create a cohesive space. Thinking about fundamentals such as flow, scale, colour palettes, texture, and planting structure can make a huge difference, helping gardens feel both functional and visually balanced”.
A colour palette or a specific interior scheme is the best place to start, if you find yourself leaning towards an earthy inspired scheme, pick those earthy colours out for your scheme, with a focus on natural elements like wood, marble and stone in your design. It keeps it cohesive, yet relaxed and ultra stylish.
Nature Inspired Greens
The biggest trend that’s being shared with the interior world is the rise in the use of earthy, grounding shades. It’s no surprise that nature inspired greens are a big hit this year, we’re surrounded by them in nature, and they just make us feel good to be around.
Tikkurila UK added, “Inspired by the natural world, sage green remains a popular choice for outdoor spaces. Its soft, muted appearance helps create a calming atmosphere while blending effortlessly with surrounding planting and landscaping”.
“Whether used on fences, sheds or garden rooms, sage green offers a timeless look that feels both fresh and understated. It works particularly well in gardens where homeowners want to strengthen the connection between built elements and nature”.
Warm Earthy Tones
Asides from greens, those rich reds, rusty oranges and browns are super popular in garden designs. Adding a different dimension to a garden space, and beautiful contrast against the natural greens that surround our gardens.
Positioned against a cream like in the table set below is just chefs kiss for garden furniture in 2026.
“Warm, earthy tones continue to influence outdoor design, with terracotta emerging as a key colour trend for Summer 2026. Inspired by Mediterranean landscapes, it brings warmth, character and a welcoming feel to outdoor spaces”.
“Terracotta pairs beautifully with natural materials such as timber and stone, making it an excellent choice for creating relaxed outdoor entertaining areas. It also complements a wide range of planting schemes, from vibrant summer flowers to architectural greenery”, Tikkurila added.
Bringing The Inside, Out
In the interior world we’ve long heard of the expression ‘bringing the outside in’, well this year, it’s in the reverse. And, it makes total sense, creating an extension of your home that’s intentional and cohesive.
Woodhouse & Law agreed, “By carrying colours and textures across both settings, the garden becomes a natural extension of the interior – full of character and distinctly personal. These connections are often subtle, but they quietly break down the visual boundary between inside and out”.
Woodhouse & Law’s five tips to bringing the indoors outside:
- Start with one unified palette
- Think in ‘rooms’, even in the garden
- Repeat key materials or finishes
- Introduce soft furnishings outdoors
- Layer lighting for atmosphere, not just function
Adopting a similar thread throughout your home will make the whole design process outdoors feel so much easier.
Greenhouse Growing
I have fond memories of my grandparents greenhouse, but since then it felt like they went out of fashion, until now. The green fingers are back, sowing seeds, and growing our own vegetables has become an escapism hobby that’s continuing to grow in popularity. It’s wholesome, feel good and such a great way to make use of space in your garden.
“Adding personality is also important, whether that’s what you choose to grow or the overall look and feel of your garden. Naturally, greenhouses are designed to blend into the surroundings, but soft shades such as olive, sage, grass and slate offer a stylish way to incorporate colour without being overbearing”.
“Often, the most-enjoyed gardens are developed over time. The joy in growing and gardening is seeing how things change every year and how something you planted in a previous season blossoms”, added Andrew.
What are your thoughts on the garden trends for 2026? Will you be adopting any of these?
