"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Even the smallest outdoor spaces can have a big impact. With thoughtful design and strategic planting, ...

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 ...

Mirrors are a clever trick for making your yard look larger. Place them to reflect plants, the sky, or a garden path, and ...

Designer Christina Nielsen transformed a Brooklyn backyard into a sitting garden using stone pavers set in gravel. Greenery encompasses the entire space from the fencing to the surrounding potted ...

When you want to upgrade your backyard, you typically need a couple different experts: a designer and an installer. An experienced designer has a knack for where things should go and has spent years ...

Live big in limited planting spaces by avoiding these small garden design fails. The challenges of gardening in a small space are real. Some design choices, however, amplify the impression of tight ...

The challenges of gardening in a small space are real. Some design choices, however, amplify the impression of tight quarters. Color, line, and texture all play important roles in making a small ...