Tiny gardens are adorable! One of the best ways to spruce up a small, bland patio is with container gardening. But, planning is key. Before heading out on a shopping tree, take a few minutes to assess your wants and needs.
Choose a theme
Decide on the purpose for the space. Do you need to create a restful retreat? Are you growing herbs or vegetables, or do you want a flower garden? Survey your surroundings. Do you need privacy? Consider a trellis with climbing vines for an intimate space. Do you have any surrounding walls? Perhaps you can mimic the charm of an old world courtyard-on a smaller scale.
Play with height
Too many container plants of similar heights clustered together give a cluttered feel, as well as take up valuable ground space. If you want to cluster plants together, choose a corner that’s out of the way. Opt for something tall, such as a dwarf tree, and pair it with a couple other shorter plants.
- Window boxes get plants up and out of the way. If you don’t have any windows near your patio, try hanging them on porch railings.
- Hanging plants can provide a lovely accent to an otherwise empty space.
- A simple trellis with climbing vines can provide both shade and privacy.
Plan with color and texture
Think about what you already have. For example, if your patio is made of old brick and the exterior of your home is stucco, choose simple pottery and plants with minimal texture. Contrasting textures offer visual appeal.
Keep it simple
Sketch it out on paper. If you have patio furniture or plan on purchasing, go ahead and space plan for that. Furniture is often the center piece of a patio and serves as an anchor. It also tends to take up a lot of space. Once you have an idea of furniture placement, you can decide whether or not you need to create focal points or accent pieces with your plant arrangements.
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