A small garden shouldn't be a barrier to big growing ideas, and one of the best ways of maximizing a compact yard or balcony is to incorporate raised beds. Raised bed garden ideas can be made to ...

These paving ideas for small gardens are suitable for lots of different spaces, whether you have a compact outdoor area, or a small unloved area of a larger backyard. Our experts cover the basics of ...

If you have a small backyard, you may assume you're limited in the flowers and shrubs you can plant. With a small backyard, you need to be careful not to overdo your gardening efforts, which could ...

Raised bed gardens like these – rendered and painted white – are incredibly space-enhancing and practical in a small backyard. They can even encompass seating into their design. Use them to keep the ...

Trying to make the most out of a small yard can feel overwhelming. You want a space that looks good and feels open, but you also want room to relax or entertain. With a few creative layout ideas, you ...

Wish your tiny yard could feel more like a getaway than a cramped corner? You’re not alone. With a few clever layout tricks, even the smallest outdoor space can become your favorite place to relax. If ...

Hummingbirds hum. Chickens cluck. Domesticated wild cats attempt to find their way into the chicken coops. And squirrels crawl up bird feeders to have a good old time — it’s fine dining up there, ...

Do you find yourself out in the hot sun on Saturday mornings, mowing a patch of grass that’s too small to spread out a picnic blanket? “There are many better things to do with a small front yard, or ...

In his hometown of Manheim, 2 acres might be considered small, while a small downtown Lancaster yard would typically be in the 25-by-40-feet range, he says. Kathy Trout of Ken’s Gardens, Smoketown, ...

You don't need a big backyard to enjoy fresh fruit from your own garden. Whether you have a tiny patio or even just a balcony, these compact fruit trees are worth the space they take. They're native ...