Small Garden Design Tips
A small garden does not have to be a flaw of your home, nor is it an excuse for bad garden design. Having limited space simply means being more creative when it comes to designing your garden and being willing to think out of the box.
It is possible to craft a beautiful, vibrant and healthy garden even in the smallest of spaces. At Heath Landscapes & Garden Design, our team of expert designers has over 20 years of experience crafting stunning outdoor spaces across Hertfordshire.
We are not only skilled but passionate about the work we do and aim to deliver the best results to all of our clients. If you are struggling to make the most out of your small garden, then you have come to the right place. We are sharing some of our best tips and advice for small garden design so you can maximise the opportunity your outdoor space provides.
Understand Your Space
The first step in making the most out of your small garden is to understand exactly what space is available. This may be something you have been putting off, as you only see it as a small garden and therefore useless.
But you will be surprised by how much potential even the smallest outdoor spaces provide for garden design. Being open to this is the first step.
Assess Your Needs
To craft a successful small garden design, you need to determine what it is you want out of your garden. It is easy to get carried away with beautiful design features, what the neighbours have and making a big impression but what you need is the most important.
Figuring out what you want from your garden, how you want to use it and when is key to crafting a small garden design that works for you.
Consider what you currently use the garden for and what would improve your home life. Do you need a space to relax or to entertain? What kind of hobbies are you interested in? For example, a well-crafted small garden can allow for vegetable plots and flowers, allowing you to take up new hobbies when you desire.
Measure And Plan
Now that you have a better understanding of the kind of garden you desire, it is time to start
working. Before any installations and improvements can be made, we first need to know what we’re working with.
This is why the first stage in any garden design project undertaken by our team is a site consultation. This is where our landscapers not only hear from you, to understand your desires but also measure the garden. With accurate measurements and blueprints, we can easily craft a stunning small garden design that makes the most out of your available space.
Before anything can be adjusted in the garden, make sure you have accurate measurements of the space and understand how much of the area is available to you. This will then form the blueprint of your small garden design, which can be enhanced by our professional team.
Designing For Impact: Small Garden Design Ideas
Garden design encompasses a wide range of landscaping features, based on your budget and the available space. There is a lot you can do to your garden to improve its appearance and functionality – even if you have a small space.
The following are some of the best elements to incorporate into your small garden design to maximise the available space and create an impactful impression.
Layers And Levels
Incorporating different levels in your garden can create the illusion of more space, which is a key factor in small garden design. Some examples of garden features that can help with this include raised beds, tiered planters, or even a simple set of steps.
All of these features can add dimension and interest to the garden, and create the impression of more space. Varying heights draw the eye upwards, making the area feel larger which can be done with garden features or varying height plants.
Garden Zones
Much like creating layers and levels, constructing unique garden zones is a great way to maximise the space and get everything in the garden you desire.
It is a good idea to create different zones or areas of the garden for different purposes. For example, having a zone specifically for flowers to add colour and scents to the garden, and a different area for entertaining guests, complete with a paved patio and outdoor dining set.
With individual zones, you can make space for the most important elements of small garden design without overcrowding the space you have available.
Compact Garden Furniture
When space is at a premium, every element of outdoor furniture needs to earn its place. This is why for small garden design, it is a good idea to opt for compact and easily stored furniture.
For example, stackable or folding chairs can be a great addition to even the smallest garden. These can be pulled out when needed, but easily stored away when you are not entertaining so you are not losing valuable real estate.
When choosing garden furniture for your small garden design, it is a good idea to consider the materials too. Opting for lightweight, but sturdy materials such as aluminium or acacia wood ensures that you can easily transport or store the furniture when not in use, preventing it from taking up valuable space.
Reflective Surfaces
Light reflective surfaces, such as outdoor mirrors, are not only an attractive addition to the garden but can also contribute to making the space appear bigger.
Reflective surfaces are a great way to enhance the perception of the space and can make even the tiniest outdoor area appear bigger by adding more light. Garden mirrors and water features are a great tool for this, as both reflect light brilliantly and create stunning focal points for your garden.
Water features offer the added benefit of movement too, creating a sense of tranquillity in the garden while also attracting wildlife. This allows you to truly make the most out of your small garden, as it is appealing to all creatures.
Conclusion
Regardless of how limited you may be with physical space, these small garden design tips can help to maximise your space and create a garden the whole family will love.
At Heath Landscapes and Garden Design, we have helped many clients realise their dream gardens and bring this vision to life. Our work has taken us across Hertfordshire, crafting outdoor spaces for all kinds of clients and working to surpass expectations every time.
Contact Us Today
If you want to make better use of your small garden or require additional landscaping support, please contact our team today.
