We've Rounded Up the Best Trees for Small Gardens

Sure, flowers, shrubs, and perennials make for pretty flower beds, but don't forget about trees to go alongside them in your landscaping! Have a small backyard or small lot? No problem. Plenty of trees come in petite packages. They can create natural privacy for your front yard or backyard while also making sure birds, pollinators, and wildlife have plenty of shade and shelter. Plus, trees provide lots of beauty and color that will be there for years and decades to come. Whether you are looking for a tree that is fast-growing, evergreen, loves shade, or will look great all year, there are options for you.

But first, some planting tips: Start by digging a hole about twice as wide as the root ball or container, but that is only deep enough to sits an inch or two above ground level (planting too deep is a common mistake!). Next, remove the tree's burlap, wire, and twine from the root ball so they don't get in the way of with root growth and or decompose. From there, spread out the roots in the hole, refill soil around the tree, and tamp down. Be sure not to put potting soil or other additives in the hole since research shows that encourages roots to circle around inside the hole and not stretch into surrounding native soil.

And now for 10 of our favorite small trees for every garden that are sure to inspire your outdoor space.