How To Create Visual Impact In Small Gardens

If our home has a large yard then maybe its time to think about growing some flowers and vegetables. However, if you live in a larger town or city, then perhaps you don't have the space available to do this properly. Just because you have chosen this type of lifestyle does not mean that you cannot enjoy the therapeutic and visual benefits of having your own garden. You just need to be creative with how you implement it. By following these simple tips, its possible to urn even the smallest space into a garden that you can be proud of

Of course, the first thing to get right, in gardens of any size, is the layout. In smaller gardens this is particularly important. Try and set aside a particular area to concentrate your efforts on. This way your work will have a bigger impact. Choose a specific focal point and then narrow down your choices based on the location and its assets.

A container garden will likely be your only option,but don't worry, because this can actually work to your advantage. Using containers you will enjoy much more control in the placement of plants , as well as care techniques. They also enable you to spot any unwelcome guests,in the form of bugs and pests, that could ruin all of your hard work. It is, however, important that you choose containers which fit in with the environment and complement the aesthetics of the garden. For example, if you really want to make a statement, then use brightly colored pots, but if you want to be more natural then choose green or terracotta colors.

You should also consider the kinds of plants you will be using, and their relative heights and densities. Of course, its easy to set up an assortment of shelves to keep things looking nice, but ultimately, its the plants that will dictate how your garden is laid out. Make sure that you understand how big each plant grows and plant accordingly. The density of the leaves and foliage is also another important consideration. For example, try to place plants with thicker leaves at the back so that they don't obscure the smaller plants which should be placed closer to the front. Keep this in mind when planning the layout.

Depending on the outdoor furniture and overall color scheme in which your garden will be located, you need to try and choose flowers whose colors don't clash. A handy tip is to try and choose neutral colored furniture since this makes it easier to plan your flowering plant layouts and gives yo more scope to add color. Likewise, if you already have a lot of color in the environment, it may be a god idea to opt for more subtle colored plants.

Use the outdoor wall space that you already have. You should also keep in mind the colors of the surrounding walls, as well as their texture. By paying attention to this, it will be easy to choose the appropriate climbing plants for the garden Using climbing trellises is a great way to make the most of the available space, and enable the plants to climb vertically. Using these tips can make for a very impressive display of plants. If in doubt, contact a knowledgeable Aberdeen landscape gardener for more advice

Pay attention to how the light falls on your patio or other chosen garden space. Not only will this make a difference in how the flowers and vegetables grow, but it can also affect the visual appeal of the entire garden. Experiment with different kinds of lighting, including the use of small solar powered garden lights. Properly done, this can give you a wide range of looks depending on the time of day.

By employing these simple tips you can create a very special space no matter how large or small your garden is, or whether its in the country or in an urban area - even on a roof! It is your space, so make the most of it with your own style and creativity.