When some fancy agaves and cactus-like plants are installed in a bed of unique gravel or stones, it can be a surprisingly impressive look, with very very low maintenance requirements.'Īnother option is 'to use a ground cover cotoneaster, or creeping juniper ground cover around several large and unique boulders.' Rocks, obviously, don't require any maintenance whatsoever but look great in most front yards, helping you create a look that's completely individual. Zachary Smith Arboriculture (opens in new tab), advises to start with small ideas and build up, explaining that in his experience, 'people tend to try to do too much, and with smaller spaces, simpler can be better.' He recommends starting with 'decorative gravel and interesting succulents. However, Zachary Smith, Founder of San Francisco Bay Area landscaping company What can I do with a small front yard?Ī small front yard doesn't have to be a limitation for your landscaping ambitions. Consider an acacia or magnolia – both perfect trees for smaller outdoor spaces. Provided you choose a species that doesn't require a huge plot of land to grow in, you can create a beautiful landscaped look with just the canopy of your tree. The best small garden trees include Japanese acers and dwarf cherry trees, but any unusual-looking tree will make a statement, especially if it's accented with concrete landscaping or an oversized planter.Īnother great option for small front yards is a full-sized garden tree. Often, a carefully positioned single tree is enough. You don't need tons of plants to create interest in a small front yard. (Image credit: Creative Design Maintenance)
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