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Unfortunately, today's homes have very little to even no front yard space that you can work with. But that doesn't mean that you can have a garden. If you are struggling with space here are some small garden ideas that will make your front yard breathtaking.

Try Out Layered Landscape

One of the simplest ways you can create a garden when you are working with a small space is to create a layered landscape. Take inspiration from all the forests, they have low groundcovers and tall overhead trees. You can accomplish the same thing in your yard. All you need are groundcovers, shrubs as well as some bulbs to create a nice layered landscape.

Vertical Gardens

Another very popular thing that you can do to make the most out of a small garden is to make a vertical garden. There are so many different plants that you can grow vertically. You can either create one yourself or you can purchase one. Whatever you decide to do, you will use the most out of your space.

Hanging Planters

If you don't like the idea of vertical gardens, you can do hanging plants. They are also a great way to maximise your space and you can make them as a fun DIY project. Even if you don't like doing DIYs you can buy pre-planted hanging plants.

A Classic Boxwood Edged Pathway

If you are looking for something classy. There are a few things that you can do but the most popular one is using boxwood hedges to put along your pathway. It is very simple and monochromatic. And the best part about it is that you will be able to shape the scrubs to your liking. It will also encourage people to use the pathway.

A Clematis Climbing Wall

If you don't like the walls of your house and you want to have a small cute garden, you can put up a couple of trellises for clematis. They are beautiful followers that come in so many different varieties so you can choose ones that fit your aesthetic. All you need to make sure is that it is getting enough sun. But as it is going to be climbing on your wall you should always have a quality hose reel so you can reach all your garden without having to perform contortions with your hose. If you take care of them properly, they will bless you with breathtaking flowers every summer.

Have Succulent Stone Planters

For those who are looking for something modern yet rustic looking, you can get succulent stone planters. It is perfect for yards that don't get much water or just don't have good living conditions. You can create amazing things if you use a mixture of different succulents from small yuccas to big aloe vera’s to add gifts and little succulents that will fill the holes. Succulents are a great plant solution for any climate, but if you live in places where winters are super cold or wet, make sure that you take your planters inside to save them.

Easy Evergreen Entryway

For those who are not blessed with a green thumb, there is nothing better than making a garden out of evergreens. Choose ones such as junipers as they require very minimal attention, they stay green all year round and they are practically impossible to kill. You can even sculpt them into any form that you like so you can manipulate the visual effect of them. If you are looking for a simple small garden, you just can't go wrong with evergreens and stone-filled beds. But even if they are impossible to kill you have to make sure that you are protecting your trees.

Try a Window Boxes

If you really don’t have much space for a garden, you can simply utilize your windows by putting up window boxes. Even if you don't have big or deep window sills that doesn’t mean that you can't have window boxes. It will give your house exterior a different feel and it can be called a garden. All the greenery will give it a refreshing vibe and if you combine it with some of the ideas above you can have your little front yard paradise.

As you can see, there are so many different ways you can make your front yard into a garden even if you are working with a small space. Even a small garden can be inviting if you do it properly.