How to Landscape Small Spaces

On this page you will learn more about landscaping in small places. Once you read this article you will have some new fresh ideas that can help transform that small space into an amazing area. We will first discuss what kind off plants work well in a small area and then cover the different boxes that can complement them.

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Choosing plants:
Small spaces do not mean that you are limited to use small plants. You can explore a lot of plant type even if you have a small space to plant them on. Do not be afraid to use big plants, just remember to have balance. You can have small plants in numbers or just have one or two big plants to highlight your small garden. You have the liberty to choose which plants you want, you can even have vines. Just let your imagination and common sense work things out for you.

Use plant containers:
You can use pots and containers to house your plants if you do not have enough space. Choose your plant containers carefully and make sure that it goes with the overall theme of your garden. Pay close attention to the size, color and design of your plant pots. They can add details and extra highlights to your garden. Don’t be afraid to use irregular shape pots or pots of varied sizes. You can also use hanging pots, which is one unique way to house your plants.

Add a window box:
Another way on how you can decorate a small garden is to incorporate your house into the landscape design. You can use window boxes and place them on the walls of your house. You can attach them just under your window. Other places that you can use window box are on the balcony, porch and the patio.

Buy the right window box. They can come in a number of sizes, colors and designs.  In choosing a plant for your window box, pick something that does not grow quickly so they would not outgrow the space and would not require to be transferred right away.

Less is more:
In design and landscaping, less is more. Always achieve cohesion in your landscape design. You can play with colors and shapes but use them in a way that they make sense. Pick cool shades as they can give your garden an illusion of space. You can also play with texture a lot. Make sure that you have plants that compliment each other and one or two contrasting element to add drama to your small space.

In landscaping small spaces, always have the entire picture in mind. Let your imagination do the work for you and with enough contemplation, you would create the perfect landscape for your home.

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