Tiny narrow front garden
9 years ago
I'm hoping Houzzers can give me some ideas for my small city front garden. Currently it contains one gigantic hydrangea, three wheelie bins and a food waste bin, and some flowers. House faces east. Currently gravelled but want to replace as local cats use as toilet, leaves from nearby tree fly in and hard to move bins. However reluctant to pave for environmental reasons. Can anyone suggest how to make this a nicer space?
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9 years agoI would do something like this but on a smaller scale. (I'd also prune and keep the hydrangea!!)
9 years agomust say I really love the hydrangea plant and would be loathe loosing it but perhaps cutting it back a bit would stop it spilling onto the path also you could consider laying down a pea gravel path with stepping stones. It should remain free draining and not permanent. to create the more width and to afford you the illusion of more space. You could place a ladder planter against the wall I which you could plant your favourite plants. your front garden may be small but it could still have loads of curb appeal. I've attached a couple pictures to give you an idea.
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9 years agoThat's a lovely hydrangea, I also wouldn't lose it but trim back when it's finished flowering. Instead of gravel try slate chips, the sharp edges should deter cats. I think the gate has seen better days so either paint or replace it. Love the ladder planter and the bin store with living roof is a fab idea. They would look great planted with herbs or alpines. Another idea if space is at a premium is wall planters, just remember they will need more watering as being against a wall they're more sheltered from the rain.
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