6 Ways To Make Your Garden More Functional

November 28, 2022

It is important to have a nicely decorated garden, it is also equally as important to have a garden that is functional to you. What do you want to use your space for? A place to eat? A place to relax and sit in the sun? or maybe both? Identifying this, can help when designing your garden to make sure you include all the features you will need to be functional in the smaller garden space that you have.


Here a few ideas you can include:

1. Using folding Furniture

Using folding furniture such as, bistro tables and chairs can be easily stored away and still practical for when you want to sit and relax outside.


2. Extending patio tables

Extending patio tables are useful and space saving as they offer multiple lengths when you need to accommodate a larger number of guests but the extra table space isn’t needed all the time. This is helpful for if you want to host big family parties or just an intimate meal for two.

3. Add cushions to furniture

This idea can be used for decorative and functional purposes. Adding cushions to chairs seating areas can make the area look cosy but they also help to be functional. For example, adding cushions to sturdy low tables serve as an occasional ottoman or stool.

4. Bench style seating

Bench style seating is great at fitting in more people and also great at space-saving than your usual individual seats. They’re also a great option for children.

5. Add Trees

If you have the space, it can be worth squeezing is come canopy tress, for example, to help bring height and create a sense of privacy to your outdoor space.

6. Pots and containers

Using pots and containers to display your plants and flowers is helpful because it keeps your garden flexible. If there is ever any need to switch the style of your garden around, it is easy to do so and also help to make your smaller garden easy to maintain. Hanging baskets also help to save space while keeping greenery in your garden.


The important issue is that you must be able to use your outside space as you want. It should be a beautiful space for you and your family and friends to enjoy and use. The common element in our gardening services is that they are well designed, both functionally and visually. We make sure we work closely with our customers to get the desired results.


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