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Even the smallest garden benefits from the structure, beauty and wildlife that a tree brings. From spring blossom and colourful leaves to year-round interest, the right small tree can transform a space. Our collection includes a wide range of compact and dwarf varieties, so you can find the perfect fit for your garden....
Even the smallest garden benefits from the structure, beauty and wildlife tha...
Choosing A Tree That Fits Your Small Garden
With the average garden size in the UK being 14 metres squared, many people consider their gardens small. Limited space doesn’t mean you have to miss out on trees, in fact, small trees can make excellent use of vertical space. They add height, structure and interest without taking up much ground space. We give an estimated height and spread at 20 years for each tree, making it easy to choose a variety that will suit your space for years to come. Some also respond well to pruning, giving you greater control over their size and shape.
Small gardens can also have challenging conditions, such as areas of shade. You can use the filters to narrow your search by light level if required.
Choosing A Small Tree With Features
Beyond making use of vertical space, there’s many other benefits small trees can bring. Those with airy foliage such as Japanese Maples can add a little privacy in overlooked gardens whilst still letting light in. Compact, columnar Conifers can provide denser screening yet take up little space. Upright or flowering trees bring the focal point up and away from the small footprint of the garden.
If you only have space for one or two trees, consider dwarf trees that provide interest in multiple seasons. Some deciduous trees such as Crab Apples and Mountain Ash have wonderfully decorative fruits that follow the flowers. Small evergreen trees hold their leaves all year, with a few varieties bringing seasonal interest with flowers or berries. Consider Arbutus or Cotoneaster for evergreen foliage with berries and Ceanothus or Magnolia grandiflora for evergreen foliage with flowers. Compact weeping trees are ideal for adding drama even when the leaves have fallen, whilst dwarf Birch trees have wonderful bark that looks stunning in winter.
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EvergreenBuxus sempervirens Topiary Lollipop
25cm ball with 50cm clear stem, 7.5L potBox TopiaryRegular price £95Sale price £95 Regular priceUnit price per£95 -
Clematis I am Red Robin®
Climber, 80-100cm, 3L potCompact Flowering ClimbingRegular price £25Sale price £25 Regular priceUnit price per£25 -
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Hamamelis × intermedia 'Rubin' Shrub
Bush, 150-180cm, 20L potRich Red Flowering Witch HazelRegular price £195Sale price £195 Regular priceUnit price per£195 -
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Flavescens'
Top worked at 90cm, 20L potWeeping Japanese MapleRegular price £275Sale price £275 Regular priceUnit price per£275 -
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Fargesia murieliae 'Jumbo'
Clump, 120-150cm, 20LUmbrella BambooRegular price £125Sale price £125 Regular priceUnit price per£125 -
Acer palmatum 'Jerre Schwartz'
Bush, 60-70cm, 3LUpright Japanese MapleRegular price £40Sale price £40 Regular priceUnit price per£0 -
Sambucus racemosa 'Plumosa Aurea'
Bush, 70-100cm, 12L potEuropean Red ElderRegular price £35Sale price £35 Regular priceUnit price per£35 -
Forsythia × intermedia 'Spectabilis'
Bush, 100-125cm, 12L potYellow Flowering ShrubRegular price £55Sale price £55 Regular priceUnit price per£55 -
EvergreenEuonymus japonica 'Kathy' Shrub
Bush, 20-40cm, 5L potVariegated SpindleRegular price £30Sale price £30 Regular priceUnit price per£30 -
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How to Plant a Pot-Grown Tree
This step-by-step guide covers how to correctly a plant pot-grown tree (a tree supplied in a pot or container) into the ground, including how to install a single stake &...
Sally
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How to Plant a Bare Root Tree
This step-by-step guide covers how to correctly plant a bare root tree into the ground, including how to install a single stake & tie. This guide is aimed specifically at...
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How to Plant a Mature Tree
This step-by-step guide walks through how to plant a mature tree, including how to correctly install a Large or Extra Large Stake & Tie Kit (two stakes and a crossbar)....
Katie
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How to Water Trees & Shrubs Correctly
A good watering regime is essential for young trees and shrubs to establish properly. This guide will walk you through how long to water a new tree or shrub for,...
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How to Prune Ornamental Trees Correctly
This step-by-step guide walks through how (and when) to prune ornamental trees correctly. You can watch a video version of this guide below. Pruning helps to keep trees healthy, promote...
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