Small Garden Trees

Small garden trees are the ideal choice for anyone looking to give their garden an attractive appearance where space is limited.

You will find a variety of small outdoor trees available at Charella Gardens, enabling you to inject elegance, colour, and charm into your outdoor space.

We have grouped together what we consider the best small garden trees in this category. 

Alternatively have a browse through all our garden trees for that perfect new addition to your home.

Small garden trees that are perfect for your home

Gardening in the UK can come with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to working with small garden spaces.

With the average garden size being 188 square meters (according to the ONS), it can be hard to make the most of the limited area.

However, many gardeners have found a solution by incorporating small trees into their landscape design.

Small outdoor trees can make use of vertical space, an area that is often under utilised in small gardens.  Cypress Trees being the perfect option.

They come in a variety of sizes, so it is easy to find one that will fit your garden.

Cypress Trees

Cypress trees have long been admired for their elegant and striking silhouette.

An architectural plant, these evergreen trees are known for their narrow and columnar form.

With erect branches that retain their pencil-thin shape throughout their lifetime.

Why small garden trees can transform your outdoor space

There are so many different options available if you are looking to transform your garden into an attractive space.

You can opt for trees such as Crab Apple trees, Mountain Ash, and Japanese Maples, all of which can be pruned to retain their small size.

Some will offer stunning flowers that ooze colour, and some will offer berries that attract wildlife to your garden.

By introducing wildlife into our gardens, it gives them a new lease of life and creates a whole new environment for us and our little friends to enjoy.

Small garden trees are ideal for filling small spaces in your garden.

You can discover trees that add colour all year round and those that bloom into life during the Spring and Summer months.

Our range of small outdoor trees are ideal for creating privacy and screening, giving you the scope to enjoy your garden with confidence.

When it comes to gardening in limited spaces, it is crucial to select trees that are both functional and visually appealing.

Small gardens require small trees that can provide privacy, serve as screens or dividers, and bring a focal point without taking up too much space.

For example, Japanese maples with delicate leaves are perfect for adding a sense of privacy without blocking too much light.

Compact, columnar conifers are ideal for providing denser screening without taking up too much space.

Upright or flowering trees can add height and visual interest to the garden, drawing the eye upwards and away from the small footprint.

Common Problems associated with trees

As with all plants and trees in the UK there are various pests and diseases that can affect them.

If you do have concerns, please feel free to contact us or here is a link to the RHS guidance page.

Concerns regarding the planting of trees is whether permission from the local council is needed or whether the roots will damage the property.

Although you don't need permission to plant trees you do need to think carefully about where you are planting them.

While most trees growing near buildings cause no damage, in some cases subsidence and structural damage can be linked to tree roots.

The RHS have an excellent guidance page with some general information which covers all aspects of concern.

The importance of the Woodland Trust and how you can help

The Woodland trust was formed in 1972.   Their aim is to protect woods and trees in the UK so we can enjoy a healthier future.

The more trees we plant in cities, the cleaner our air becomes.  Even your small garden or outdoor space can help the environment.

The Woodland Trust create wildlife rich woods that we can all explore.

It is important we all support the trust.   Join the movement of 300,000 plus individuals supporting the cause.

Small or large, Charella Gardens have the trees you are looking for

Whether you are searching for large or small garden trees,  Charella have some great choices.

Offering a wide selection of trees, we are confident that we can help you to transform your outdoor space with ease.

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We hope you have found our guide on Small Garden Trees useful.

If you do need further information Contact us to discuss your requirements

Thinking of Small Garden Trees what about the Ultimate small tree!

GROWING BONSAI ACERS

Branch pruning and training bonsai

The pruning of bonsai is very specific to individual species of tree.

In the beginning, a young bonsai would require pruning about once a year in order to form your ultimate shape.

Once established, plants require pruning and trimming several times a year to keep them balanced and in shape.

Acer's should be hard-pruned in autumn or early winter.   Prune shoots as necessary during the growing season while they are still soft.

Branch training and shaping

• Branches are coerced into many different arrangements by using wire wrapped along each branch and then moved into place.
• Untangle any long roots and then remove with sharp scissors
• You are looking to leave a neat and trimmed root-ball that is flat and circular
• Place back into its container and use a pencil or chopstick to gently work the compost in and around the roots
• Water well and keep in a shady, sheltered spot to reduce additional environmental stresses until it has firmly re-established

A couple of fun facts

• The smallest bonsai tree in the world can fit in the palm of your hand.
• The most expensive bonsai tree in the world was sold for $1.3 million.