No matter the size of your outdoor space, I assure you there’s room for a garden. Our third floor condo deck is an approximately 64 square feet square shape with a little extra to the side where we keep our grill. It’s not a huge space but it’s plenty for me to do some small space gardening.
This summer I plan to have both flowers and vegetables growing on my third floor deck without sacrificing any entertaining or relaxing space.
Given the amount we like to grill from spring to fall, giving up the grilling area wasn’t an option. We also wanted to ensure we still had a place to relax and sit outside when we wanted (hello top floor sun deck), so giving up even one chair wasn’t happening. Then I realized, why would we give up anything?
Small Space Gardening Options
Whether you want flowers, vegetables or just some greenery to fill some extra space, you can have it. There’s no need to sacrifice your outdoor essentials. Browse the following suggestions to get your inspiration flowing.
- Magnetic planters like these are good for succulents and herbs that only need a little room. You can even bring these indoors when it’s really windy or stormy (my coworker keeps one on her white board).
- Vertical planter trellises can have several pots and only take up to as little as less than four square feet of floor space like this gorgeous modern white trellis. You can both plant in the box and hang smaller pots on the backing. If you’re feeling especially brave you can take to Pinterest and make one of your own!
- Small planters on tables (like my red planters below, or these cute modern ones) can serve as decoration as well as functional gardens. Plus, you still have room for a cocktail when you’re outside lounging!
- Hanging planters like this cute boho pot or this galvanized wall hanger take up no floor space whatsoever. An even cooler option? Avoid using air space over your deck entirely with these window sill planters. Score!
Gardening Pro Tips for Beginners
Label the planters to remember which plant is which. No shame there, especially if you have several containers. You’re much better off especially if a certain plant needs special attention, more water than the others, etc. The inserts that come with potted flowers are a simple, free way to label your planted seeds.
For a slightly more decorative look, you can use a popsicle stick to label your plants. Given my crafty tendencies I had a package of brightly colored popsicle sticks lying around for just the occasion.
I love to garden, so I’m planning on sharing much more with y’all as we move into our next home and beyond!
What does your small space garden look like? Any tips I’ve missed? Let me know in the comments below!
More Home and Gardening
- Our Backyard Transformation
- Picking and Installing Our Stamped Concrete Patio
- Building Our DIY Backyard Fire Pit
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