Arranging a small garden is not an easy taskThis activity requires, above all, caution and special attention.Although the same basic assumptions apply as in the arrangement of large gardens, in the case of small areas, careful and detailed planning is necessary.
100 m² of potential
It is assumed that the small garden is approximately 100 m² in size.Such a small area, with the right proportions, can easily be turned into an oasis of peace and security.The less, the better! Such a keynote should accompany us when arranging a garden.
Remember this principle when choosing plants, the type of surface, paths, furniture and decorative elements.When deciding on a style of arrangement that suits the house, surroundings and complies with our preferences, we should consistently use it until the end of the work.
Gathering the most beautiful ingredients does not necessarily result in a beautiful garden. That is why it is worth planting attractive shrubs or trees individually as solitaire.At the same time, they should not be placed next to or against the background of existing objects, which could diminish or destroy the effect of originality.The surface of the garden will be optically enlarged by removing a very overgrown hedge, a large tree or a fence with an excessively monotonous plane. By the way, we can unveil an interesting view outside the plot.
For a small garden to have spatial depth, plant the plants according to their maximum height, gradually from the lowest in the foreground to the tallest in the background. For the same purpose, rows of climbers are used.
Walls, walls, covers
Some proven ideas can produce interesting effects. The screening wall must not be too high, it should take up little space and cast a minimum shadow.These requirements are best met by combining a cut hedge with vines covering a fence or trellis.
Treat other garden boundaries in a similar way. Walls with edges covered with plant shoots lose their strict, formal appearance. The winding path both lengthens and enlivens the garden.However, if we decide to lay a straight path, it is best to choose a light gray or sand surface.A light, even strip also visually enlarges the garden. A small plot of land is enlivened by two or three steps connecting paths in two parts located at different levels.
There is a place for water in a small garden.A space-saving brick tank adjacent to the terrace or sitting area is a great idea. The water mirror reflects the sun's rays and slightly enlarges the garden space.
In a small garden area, plants with bright flowers and leaves are irreplaceable. The most common are white-flowering hydrangeas, roses, viburnums, as well as various perennials.Perennials with light green, gray-blue and motley leaves, such as funky, brunner, and various ornamental grasses are an important complement to the luminous compositions.Again, the choice should be limited to a few species and varieties decorating our little oasis from spring to winter.
