{"id":30256,"date":"2022-08-08T13:08:13","date_gmt":"2022-08-08T13:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedesigninspiration.com\/news\/?p=30256"},"modified":"2025-05-13T12:34:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T12:34:23","slug":"small-garden-landscaping-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedesigninspiration.com\/news\/design\/small-garden-landscaping-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Garden Landscaping Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Small spaces provide a unique challenge but also provide huge potential for being creative and coming up with solutions. If the past couple of years have taught us anything, it\u2019s that even a small outside space can be a lifesaver.<\/p>\n<p>Which is why we\u2019re talking about small garden landscaping today.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you have a Victorian backyard, a tiny new build garden or a modest balcony, there are always options from quality retailers such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorfountainpros.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">OutdoorFountainPros.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-30257\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.thedesigninspiration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"483\" height=\"306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.thedesigninspiration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/1.png 483w, https:\/\/cdn.thedesigninspiration.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/08\/1-300x190.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"thede-638874839\" class=\"thede-proper-below-img-2-2 thede-entity-placement\"><div data-ad=\"thedesigninspiration.com_fluid_sq_2\" data-devices=\"m:1,t:1,d:1\"  class=\"demand-supply\"><\/div><\/div><div id=\"thede-2400261728\" class=\"thede-proper-below-img-2 thede-entity-placement\"><div data-ad=\"thedesigninspiration.com_fluid_sq_2\" data-devices=\"m:1,t:1,d:1\"  class=\"demand-supply\"><\/div><\/div><h2><a id=\"post-30256-_oe3x1rl79l13\"><\/a>Make a plan<\/h2>\n<p>You don\u2019t have to go all out with graph paper and <a href=\"https:\/\/thedesigninspiration.com\/news\/design\/how-to-choose-a-logo-design-company-your-ultimate-guide-to-finding-the-perfect-logo-design-service-in-ireland\/\">design a millimeter perfect<\/a> plan, but having an idea of what will go where can help.<\/p>\n<p>Create an overall vision, assess what plants you want and where, set out seating areas and make sure to include any specifics like herb beds or space to grow vegetables.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_nmodxlxi60a1\"><\/a>Set up your zones<\/h2>\n<p>Most gardens are zoned even if it isn\u2019t obvious. A paved or gravel area for seating or parking, a lawn area for playing with the dog, a bordered area for flowers and shrubs, another bordered area for growing things.<\/p>\n<p>You get the idea. Even if you don\u2019t have space for zones like that, you can use color, surfaces and materials to create zones.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_wpp02i872qv1\"><\/a>Use metal planters<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most flexible elements within a garden is the planter. They can be used to divide zones, to add separation, add cover or a barrier for privacy or noise.<\/p>\n<p>Metal planters can also be moved around, so can evolve with your small garden design and come in a wide range of colors, shapes and sizes.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_cqa8oqvsfm4n\"><\/a>Go up as well as along<\/h2>\n<p>While small gardens don\u2019t always have much floor space, they will often have vertical space you can use.<\/p>\n<p>Consider wall climbers, wall hanging pots, herb planters that climb up the wall, vertical dividers for zoning, living walls, hanging baskets, railing planters for balconies, bamboo and other elements of a garden that can go up as well as out.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_xhgddv4ky736\"><\/a>Quality over quantity<\/h2>\n<p>When space is at a premium, an effective garden will priorities key plants, trees or shrubs and build around them.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes less is more, so plan your stars of the show and then plan a few plants that frame that star or complement it. When space is tight, it\u2019s better to have a few beautiful plants than lots and lots of okay plants.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_7ycenop79ky6\"><\/a>Add a water feature<\/h2>\n<p>Water features are amazing in small gardens. The sound, sight and overall experience of a water feature make them well worth considering.<\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t have to create an entire pond, you could work with a small fountain, tabletop water feature or even a vertical waterfall feature. There are lots of options out there that don\u2019t take up much space. Using low-cost AstroTurf under the water feature can provide a clean and low-maintenance surface that complements the tranquil ambiance of the area.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_uhflq17vckyr\"><\/a>Borrow views<\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to borrow a view in your small garden. If you can see something architectural or particularly nice from the space, frame it with your planting.<\/p>\n<p>Consider a cathedral spire, particularly large oak tree, distant view of a tor or mountain. Visualize where you\u2019ll sit in your garden and arrange your planters or planting to frame the view you want to have.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_c42wkwjlbna4\"><\/a>Keep the color palette simple<\/h2>\n<p>You may be tempted to create a riot of color and that\u2019s fine if you do. But you may be better off keeping to 2-3 colors with your planting to create a coherent design.<\/p>\n<p>Two or three colors in your planting, furniture and garden d\u00e9cor is easier to pull together into a complete picture and could look much better for it.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_70emhkpodgax\"><\/a>Rustic or recycled<\/h2>\n<p>Rustic or recycled can work incredibly well in gardens, even small <a href=\"https:\/\/thedesigninspiration.com\/news\/home\/these-were-the-top-home-renovation-trends-of-2022\/\">gardens<\/a>. Think old wooden pallets, breeze blocks, old wooden furniture or railway sleepers.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s a real character to rustic or recycled items. A roughness that can suit many gardens well. It\u2019s also a chance to give something a new life while enjoying what you have created.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_20yjsk7u2dba\"><\/a>Lighting<\/h2>\n<p>If you plan to use your garden at night or in the evening, don\u2019t forget the lighting. It doesn\u2019t have to be expensive or elaborate, but you\u2019ll need something.<\/p>\n<p>Consider fairy lights, candles in jars, hanging lights, wall lights or tall standing lights. There is a huge range of options to choose from out there that can fit into an overall design scheme.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-30256-_n77kquxp00ye\"><\/a>Small garden design<\/h2>\n<p>Size really isn\u2019t everything. There\u2019s a lot you can do with modest spaces. Put even a small amount of thought and planning into your design and you could create something amazing. Effective landscaping can transform these spaces into beautiful, functional outdoor areas. For instance, Kaylor Lawn &amp; Landscaping is a lawn care Christiansburg that excels in making the most out of smaller yards.<\/p>\n<p>It doesn\u2019t have to cost much either!<\/p>\n<p>There are lots of sensibly priced options out there that you can use as long as you like in your small garden and can take with you if you move.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Small spaces provide a unique challenge but also provide huge potential for being creative and coming up with solutions. 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