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Garden ideas for patio spaces of any size

by Ryan Arnt 10/23/2022

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Even if you don't have room for flower beds or a traditional garden, there are plenty of garden ideas for patio spaces you can use. You can make the most of even a tiny patio by using the right decor and plant choices to save space.

If you're stuck trying to design your garden patio, here are some great ideas to get you started:

Give your outdoor living space a little TLC

Healthy plants are beautiful plants, so make sure you're taking proper care of your garden space. Group plants with similar care needs, like sunlight or water, together for easier maintenance and more naturally happy greenery. Prune or pinch faded blooms or leggy stems to promote new, abundant growth and keep your patio garden thriving.

Turn it into a tropical oasis

Who wouldn't want their own tropical getaway in their own backyard? Use the tropics as your inspiration. Create a luxurious and relaxing patio garden with statement plants and a water feature. Banana plants make an excellent choice for adding instant tropical flair to an outdoor space, and a shaded waterfall will promote relaxation.

Utilize pots in a small garden for themed inspiration

If you're working with a small garden space, you can use plant pots to create interest and impact while saving space. Try using potted plants in matching containers. If you have existing pots, give them a fresh coat of paint to create a theme for your small space. Add some decorative accents to enhance the aesthetic and add personal flair.

Add a gallery wall made from living plants

A vertical garden is one of the best small garden ideas for patios with limited space. By mixing different sized planters and plant varieties, you can make a gallery-style living wall even in the smallest spaces. For extra functionality, include herbs and other edible plants.

Hanging planters are another favorite option for small garden designs, whether they're on a wall or overhead. If you have a covered patio, add hooks and chic macramé hangers to surround yourself with green foliage - all without taking up floor space.

It might seem difficult to garden in a small space. However, these ideas should help you get inspired to create the perfect patio garden of your very own.

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Ryan Arnt

I have provided award-winning service to many clients over the past 25 years. Few other REALTORS are as trusted as I am. My clients trust my advice, and they know that I always look out for their best long-term interests. You can expect, and you will receive personal service that is second to none. When you hire me as your Agent you work with me and only me. I will answer your calls and respond to your text messages. I promise not to hand you off to another member of "My team" like others do. When you hire Ryan, you get Ryan.

I have called Southwest Michigan home for 40 years. My mother's family ran a local locksmith service, and my father served as the Chief Investigator for the County's Prosecutor's office for many years. I love all that this area offers, and I enjoy serving the buyers and sellers who are moving in or out of Southwest Michigan.

My wife and I have two children, and we would not want to raise them anywhere else. Between the award-winning schools and the plethora of youth activities offered in Southwest Michigan, it's a great place to call home. We enjoy spending time with friends at the beach, boating, golfing, hunting, skiing "Up North," and fishing.

We give back generously to the community that has been so good to us. Currently, I serve on the Lakeshore Public Schools Foundation Board (LEF), as Past President of the St. Joe Kickers Sports Club, and as a Rotarian in the Stevensville-Lakeshore Rotary Club. We donate throughout the year to various local organizations, schools, and youth sports groups.

I want to put my experience and knowledge to work for you. Having sold more than 500 properties while earning the trust and respect of my fellow REALTORS, who voted me the "REALTOR of the Year," I am confident I can earn your trust as well.

Looking to buy, sell, or invest in real estate? Please allow me the opportunity to serve you. I promise you will not be disappointed.

Ryan Arnt

Real Estate Broker/Company Owner

Keller Williams of Southwest Michigan

You can reach me anytime, call or text 269.470.6666, or email me at [email protected].

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