The best small garden ideas use the limited space you have as effectively as possible. Keeping your design simple is key, so as not to have a cluttered look; the use of just three landscaping materials can achieve that, such as sandstone, gravel and grass. Limiting the colors can help to have the same effect, and choosing plants and shrubs that don’t take up too much room is also important. However, if your small garden is overlooked, you may want to focus the design around having some privacy and ensuring the space is inviting and not too gloomy. Choosing the right outdoor furniture is important too, when you don’t have a large garden; look for light and bright furniture that won’t take up all your available floor space. A small outdoor space can be just as inviting and enjoyable as a several acre garden.