3 Landscaping Tips for Small Back Yards

While many people prefer a large yard, a small one can still be beautiful and welcoming. The key is to make the most effective use of whatever space you do have to create a landscaping design that’s both attractive and functional. Here are a few tips to help you determine your priorities and use your outdoor area efficiently.

What Are Some Landscaping Design Considerations for a Small Backyard?

1. Build Specific Areas for a Purpose

Before you start your project, think about how you want to use the space. Do you enjoy sunbathing, cooking outdoors, gardening, swimming, playing sports, or simply chatting with friends and family? 

Choose specific activities you want to do in your yard, then designate specific areas for them. For instance, you might build a patio or deck to hold a barbecue, add a small pool, or maximize your lawn for games. Each landscaping area you create should include any furniture or other features necessary for that activity.

2. Design Vertically

If your yard is small, you won't have a lot of room to create sprawling flower beds. If you want the area to feel beautiful and green, you need multiple vertical layers to take up more visual space. 

Start by adding a trellis or hedge—especially one that uses flowering or evergreen plants, to provide a lush backdrop. Container gardens and retaining walls allow you to plant multiple tiers of vegetation and shrubs. You can also hang flower pots from a porch or other enclosure. 

3. Choose Narrow Trees & Furniture

Many species of trees have branches that grow outward more than upward, taking up too much space in the yard. If you want trees, opt for a variety that grows tall and thin naturally, such as Goldspire Ginkgo, Japanese flagpole flowering cherry, cypress, juniper, and Tsukasa silhouette Japanese maple. Follow the same principle with furniture; look for chairs, tables, and benches that are sleek and thin rather than bulky, so you can fit more seating in a smaller area.

If you need a landscaping contractor to create a beautiful design for your backyard, turn to Buzz Landscaping Inc. in Conway, AR. This team has been serving residents of Faulkner County for over 25 years. They are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and they offer a satisfaction guarantee on all their work. Whether you want to add a retaining wall or water feature, they can handle jobs of all sizes. Call (501) 730-4515 to schedule a free consultation, and visit them online to learn more.