You may not have room for large evergreen trees and shrubs to create privacy. But, would a row of one of the many columnar varieties that provide height—without the width—work? If only seasonal screening is needed, perhaps narrow, columnar, deciduous trees or shrubs would be suitable? Or...
For a Japanese style garden, consider Japanese Maple, Camellias, and Snowbell for a traditional feel. Incorporate Boxwood and Pine trees for evergreen beauty in a small space, and opt for Acer palmatum Sherwood Flame for vibrant red leaves. These plant choices will bring a touch of Japan to ...
5. Grow Slender Plants floragrubb Choose slender plants as the plants that may spread will gormandize your horizontal space. Choose more evergreen plants with persistent foliage and grow grasses in containers. Read our guide on best grasses for containers for more info 6. Go for Climbers’ ...
I was impressed with the bold modern planting in a garden opened for the NGS in East Sheen, grasses softening the structure given by evergreen balls along the border’s edge where it met the lawn. Reading matter this month: A Country Life publication from 1966, Miss Jekyll, Portrait of ...
Add weight to a small garden space by defining it with green walls. Walking through hedges announces that a garden has begun. You can make it your private sanctuary. Evergreen hedges also provide the perfect backdrop for smaller plants and accent colorful flowers and foliage. ...