
Many people only have a small garden but there are ways you can make it appear to be bigger Elaine Blackburne Network Content Editor 13:36, 07 May 2025Updated 13:56, 07 May 2025 There are tricks to make a small garden appear much bigger(Image: Getty) Many people enjoy relaxing in their garden – especially as the…

Designers agree that in small garden design, every part must earn its keep, from paving and planters to perimeter treatments and the planting itself. ย But when theyโre planned well from the start, these elements can make a garden sing, no matter how restricted its parameters.ย Before you begin, think about what youโd like from the…

After years of working as a professional gardener in very different climates, from the warmth of Tuscany to the wet hills of South Wales, Iโve come to really value the plants, shrubs and trees that are tough and reliable. Those species that need little attention, and quietly hold a space together, offering structure, shade, and…

Nicola Harding’s designs are usually full of contrasting colours, but we rather love this toned down scheme in a Jacobean country house, where walls in Pure & Originalโs โCalmโ allow the gilt-framed paintings and blue and orange upholstery to stand out. Paul Massey Here at House & Garden we’re steeped in the tradition of country…

With the right ideas for a small patio, you can stretch limited space so it feels much bigger than it actually is. There are plenty of tricks you can steal from designers that will give the impression of more space. From planting and paving to ideas for furniture and accessories, these upgrades will transform your…

When temperatures soar, what could be more refreshing than dipping into a pool of cool water, in the privacy of your backyard? True, not everyone has the space or the budget for a full-sized swimming pool, but a plunge pool can offer a chic alternative that’s equally as inviting. You won’t be able to swim…

Weโre always on the lookout for ingenious small garden ideas – whoโs got space to waste these days? And we just found our next source of gardening inspiration thanks to B&Q and its Gardener of the Year competition.ย Running for its third year awarding one lucky gardening enthusiast, this year Bristol-based Matthew Symonds nabbed the…

What makes for the perfect courtyard garden? It’s all about knowing how to work with your space; designing your outdoor oasis in the way that you want to use it, and the way you want to feel when you’re in it, whether you’re spending some time to yourself or entertaining friends and family. Now that…

If you’re looking for ideas on how to make a small backyard look bigger we have plenty of clever and creative tricks to inspire you. Although your small backyard might be limited in scale the good news is it still offers endless potential to create an interesting and vibrant space. The key to success is…