Tiny garden - design tips needed!
Rebecca SW
6 years ago
Below you'll find pictures of our little garden - one overhead shot and two of the left and right sides that are hidden in the overhead picture. We would love some ideas for how we could redesign the garden, trying to make the most of it's small size! Below are some considerations...
- the garden is south facing, but the main flower bed is on the end wall, which is facing the other way - north.
- we plan to change the fence bordering our neighbours property
- we had planned to reduce the size of the flower bed at the back to give more room for turf
- would love more room for a table and chairs, as it's quite cramped on the patio at the moment.
Any thoughts welcomed!!
Thanks
- the garden is south facing, but the main flower bed is on the end wall, which is facing the other way - north.
- we plan to change the fence bordering our neighbours property
- we had planned to reduce the size of the flower bed at the back to give more room for turf
- would love more room for a table and chairs, as it's quite cramped on the patio at the moment.
Any thoughts welcomed!!
Thanks
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PROUser
6 years agoI agree with Carolina, go for some beautiful slabs, then add in a brightly coloured bench and pots.
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1shanson
6 years agoIn agreement with getting rid of the grass and paving the area to give you the seating room you would like. Your space will appear larger and lines will look cleaner and give a more modern feel to your garden.
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Carolina
6 years ago1shanson
6 years agoI recommend you read the recent Houzz article '7 Essential Rules for Planning a Small Garden'. It gives some really good advice.
http://houzz.co.uk/s/m=7/u=L2lkZWFib29rcy8xMDU3Mjc1NTUvbGlzdC83LWVzc2VudGlhbC1ydWxlcy1mb3ItcGxhbm5pbmctYS1zbWFsbC1nYXJkZW4=
The attached photo might give you a little bit of inspiration around your idea for a circular lawn. I think the tropical feel might work using UK hardy plants on the sunny side of your garden. Try complimenting the planting with ferns, heucheras, etc on the shady side. There is loads of advice on the RHS website if you need to increase your knowledge around what will grow where. Good luck with your project.
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Carolina