Trees are a great addition to any garden, and if you have a small garden space there is no reason why you cannot enjoy these amazing plants too. There are many trees that work perfectly in smaller gardens because they have an attractive shape and are a manageable size.
Olive
If you have a small garden, olive trees are an excellent choice for your backyard. They are drought tolerant and easy to grow, especially if you live in an area with Mediterranean or semi-arid climates. You can also grow them in containers if you prefer to keep them closer to your home instead of planting them in the ground. Olive trees are known for their delicious fruit that has been used since ancient times as both food and oil; they’re a great way to add flavor to recipes without having any additional ingredients added into your diet!
Silver birch
If you want to grow a tree in your small garden, then a silver birch might be the best option for you. Silver birches are extremely versatile and can be grown by themselves or alongside other species in your garden. They thrive in both sun and shade, so there’s no need to worry about them getting too much or not enough light. You can also grow them in containers as well as pots if space is at a premium.
Amelanchier
Serviceberry is a deciduous shrub that grows in USDA zones 4 through 8. It produces small white flowers in early spring, which then become berries that ripen from pale pink to deep red. These berries are edible and can be used for preserves or jellies, but the seeds inside them are poisonous and shouldn’t be eaten. This tree is also sometimes called shadbush because it’s a favorite food source for migrating birds in late spring and summer—so you’ll want to make sure you’re planting your serviceberry where there isn’t any animal activity that would disturb its roots!
Serviceberries grow best when they receive full sun or partial shade, so you can plant them just about anywhere. They do well in many different soil types as long as they have good drainage; however, they might die if soggy soil becomes waterlogged after heavy rains or long periods of rain throughout the year (as opposed to short bursts).
Magnolia
Magnolia is a large, evergreen tree, native to China and Japan. Magnolias are among the most popular ornamental trees in the world, grown for their large and fragrant flowers. They make excellent shade-loving trees for small gardens, as they prefer cool temperatures and moist soil.
Crab apple
The crab apple is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree. It’s an attractive choice for gardens or hedges, and makes a good addition to the landscape. Crab apples are easy to maintain and are very hardy. They’ll grow in most conditions, even those that aren’t ideal.
They’re also great at attracting bees and butterflies, which makes them well worth growing if you want your garden to be as sustainable as possible.
Acer
Acer is a genus of trees, shrubs and climbers in the family Sapindaceae. The most common type of a tree is the maple with its signature “maple leaf” shape. There are also varieties that are used as ornamental plants because they have interesting leaves or flowers.
There are hundreds of cultivars available today that can be grown in many different conditions throughout the world including USDA zones 3 through 10 (depending on variety). They will grow well in full sun or part shade, wet areas to dry ones, sandy soils like clay and even acidic soils with high pH levels such as those found near lakes where there’s been heavy erosion over time!
Ornamental cherry
Ornamental cherry trees are a great choice for smaller gardens.
They grow well in containers, so if you don’t have the space to plant one in the ground, you can use this tree instead. The flowers come out early in spring and it also blooms in autumn. It’s easy to maintain and is good for wildlife too!
The bonus is that this tree has small leaves too, so it won’t take up too much room on your patio or decking area.
Chinese dogwood
Chinese dogwood (Cornus kousa) is a deciduous shrub that blooms in the spring. This shrub has an upright, rounded form and grows to heights of 8–10 feet tall when mature, with a spread of 6–8 feet. It can be used as a hedge or screen, but it also makes an excellent specimen tree for small gardens because of its graceful shape and beautiful peeling bark.
The flowers are yellowish white and appear in clusters on long stems during springtime; they resemble small chrysanthemums with many petals surrounding each flower center. The foliage is bright green throughout the year and turns yellow in fall before dropping off entirely.
Rowan
The rowan is a small tree with a rounded, spreading crown. It is native to the UK and Ireland, and has a long history as a garden tree. It can grow up to 5 metres high and wide.
Rowan is an excellent choice for your small garden because it’s easy to care for, producing red berries in late summer that attract lots of wildlife such as birds that feed on them.
Hawthorn
Hawthorn is a thorny deciduous tree that’s native to Britain, making it a perfect choice for hedging. It has colorful flowers in the spring and berries in the winter, which makes it an excellent pollinator plant!
If you have a small garden and want to grow hawthorn trees, there are some important things to know about the species. Hawthorns come in many varieties and sizes; they range from small shrubs to large trees up to 25 feet tall or more (about 8 meters). The “Scots” variety produces red fruit that can be used for jams or jellies. You should also consider whether you want your hawthorn hedge on your property line or at least six feet away from it so that people passing by don’t get pricked by thorns when walking by your house!
Cotoneaster
Cotoneaster is a genus of shrubs and small trees in the rose family. The name derives from the Latin word cotoneus, meaning “wooly”. Cotoneaster species are native to Europe, Asia and North Africa. They have become established elsewhere as introduced species. Many species are grown as garden plants while others are grown commercially in their native regions for use as bonsai or hedges.
Bay Tree
If you’re looking for a small, deciduous tree that is hardy and fast-growing, Bay is a good choice for your garden. It has glossy dark green leaves and produces clusters of white flowers in the springtime. The fruit from this tree is small and edible.
Bay trees are easy to care for as long as they’re planted in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight. They do not like too much water or heavy clay soils; so it’s important that they are planted in an area where they won’t be sitting in standing water after rainfall events.
Euonymus
Euonymus is a deciduous shrub that grows to a height of 4-6 m (13-20 ft). It is a popular ornamental shrub for its attractive leaves and flowers. Euonymus is also one of the best choices for small gardens as it can be easily pruned into any shape and size so that it fits in your garden perfectly. If you are looking for small trees, then euonymus could be the right choice for you!
Conclusion
We hope you feel inspired to grow some trees in your garden now. We have suggested a variety of species that can be grown in a small space, from the evergreen Olive tree which produces healthy delicious fruit, to the Silver birch which looks beautiful and provides much-needed habitats for wildlife. There are plenty of choices for every type of gardener and we hope this has given you some inspiration to create your own little growing space.
