Landscaping Small Yards

Landscaping small yards can be a challenge. Deciding whether you want a sunny or shady area or maybe a combination of both for your yard will determine the types of plants and flowers you will use. If you currently want to add shade to a very sunny small yard, consider installing a pergola around all or part of your yard. This will also give you a space where you can use plants that will climb and spread which will increase your gardening area or create a natural fence.

Using containers effectively can make landscaping small yards a breeze. If your containers are too plain, you can decorate them with rocks, chipped glass or marbles to create dramatic focal points. The nice thing about using containers in your landscaping is that you can move them around from time to time and produce a whole new look in a matter of minutes.

Flowers to use for the shady areas of your small yard could include fuchsias, begonias, impatiens and coleus. When landscaping small yards that are sunny, pick geraniums, dahlias, petunias, marigolds and sweet potato vines. You could get really creative and combine containers of vegetables or herbs with your flowers for a unique look.

Consider adding a pathway when landscaping small yards to give the impression of strolling through the park. You can use bricks to outline the pathway and then fill in between with pea gravel. This simple design is clean and attractive.