Small town garden ideas: 7 tips from a gardener
A small town garden feels bigger with one continuous material, vertical planting, lighting and a seating area in the sunniest spot. A 3D design shows beforehand what works.
1. Choose one material
One continuous tile or deck makes the space calm and larger. Large tile formats often work better in small gardens than small ones.
2. Go vertical
Espaliered trees, climbers on the fence and raised planters give a lot of green on a small footprint.
3. Sit where the sun is
Don’t automatically put the patio against the house; put it where there is most sun at the times you are outside.
4. Lighting
Subtle lighting turns the garden into an extra room in the evening and makes it feel deeper.
5. Smart storage
A shed with a green roof or a bench with storage keeps clutter out of sight.
6. Think about drainage
Small walled gardens flood easily. Make sure there are proper falls and, where possible, less paving.
7. See it in 3D first
In a small garden every centimetre counts. A 3D design shows beforehand how big the patio feels and where the shade falls.
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