With all the hustle and bustle of the city and the Pollution, having a small garden should be considered a luxury. Not only does it help the environment, but it also aids in both mental and physical relaxation. It is easier to maintain and increases the overall aesthetics of a home. If you don’t have a small garden yet, or have one and are looking for new ideas to take it to the next level, you are at the right place. The following are seven small garden ideas to inspire others:
1. Plant Fruits in Pots:
There are a wide variety of fruits that can be planted
in a garden, but for a small one, we have to choose wisely. When selecting
fruit to plant, consider the space available and the maintenance of the plant
itself. Usually, if you don’t have much gardening experience, it is better to
buy a plant that has already sprouted instead of seeds. All you have to do is
buy a pot, fill it with soil, and then place the plant. Then it’s just about
watering it every few days.
The best
suggestion for fruit would be a lemon plant, as it can be harvested all season
and are very easy to maintain. Think about having a refreshing glass of
lemonade made out of freshly squeezed lemon from your garden in the summer.
Other options to grow are figs, grapes, and berries of your choice. All these
fruits can be planted in pots, take up minor space, and the best part, provide
you with fresh homegrown fruit.
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2. Place seed trays to grow fresh herbs:
If you love to cook and have a small garden, don’t
waste a second in buying seed trays. They are cheap and readily available and
are sold in packs. They don’t take much space, and different herbs can be
planted in a single tray. One thing to keep in mind is herbs are seasonal, so
make sure you plant the seeds at the appropriate time.
Herbs that you can grow in your garden include basil,
chives, mint, rosemary, and parsley, among many others. It is best to select
the one you often use in your kitchen to cut the cost of buying it from the
grocery store. Usually, fresh herbs such as basil are expensive; thus, it is an
easy recommendation for a small garden. Mint is quite easy to grow and also has
many types such as spearmint, chocolate mint, peppermint, so you have a
selection to choose from based on your usage and liking.
3. Place compact furniture:
Every garden, be it small or not, needs a place to sit
and relax. Since we are covering small gardens, compact furniture is the way to
go. Foldable chairs and tables are a great option, you can easily store them
away after using them. It can easily be made into a romantic getaway with your
significant other every now and then. You can also enjoy a cup of coffee and
get your daily dose of news in the fresh air of your garden in the morning. If
you have enough space, you can get a rocking chair for ultimate relaxation. If
you have young ones, get some small chairs and a table for them to hang around
and enjoy. If done correctly, it can become an excellent spot to hand around
with family and friends.
4. Hang the plants as wall decor:
There are plenty of vertical and wall planters to
choose from. They are a definite winner for a confined and limited space. Pick
one out from your favorite gardening supply shop, place them on the wall, and
plant them with your choice of flowers or herbs. You can also select vegetables
and grow them in the vertical planters. If you have a reasonable budget, you
can pick out some fantastic vertical planters that will increase the beauty of
your garden and make it extremely pleasant to look at. It will impress your
friends and leave a positive impression.
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5. Make it colorful:
Colorful flowers will brighten up your small garden and
make it more lively. There are ranges of flowers to choose from, but it’s
always best to go with beginner-friendly ones that are hard to kill.
Sunflowers, marigold, pansies, and cosmos are some of them. Flowers are not
only for beauty mind you, they actually increase your quality of life. Their
pleasant smell, beautiful colors, and shape are known to reduce stress. They
are also an excellent way to engage kids, thanks to their colors, and make them
appreciate nature.
6. A small birdhouse to welcome the birds:
Birds are going to visit your garden anyway, so why
not embrace them. Their soothing sound is a melody for ears. You can get an
elegant birdhouse and use it as a centerpiece of your small garden. If you have limited space, you can opt for
a wall hanging variety. It will be smaller in size but be aesthetically
pleasing. Buy bird feed and fill it up daily to further attract the birds, and
if you have kids, ask for their help. It will become an excellent way to spend
time with them and teach them about birds.
7. Design the perfect landscape:
If your garden is the entryway to your home, you can
make a pathway that guides the guest to the house. Use stones to separate the
path from the garden, and make the path itself of different material such as wood.
Make distinct blocks in the garden using pots, stones, and ornaments. With
proper landscape design, you can make even a small patio outstanding. Try to
mix things up by trying different color pots, flowers, and plants. Make use of
all the space available to you and make use of golden ratio or proportions when
deciding where to place things in the garden. If you are not creative enough,
you can always hire a professional landscape designer. They will design your garden according to
your needs and space and obviously lower your burden.
