Dwarf trees are ideal for adding structure and interest to small spaces. While gardening in compact yards might at first seem challenging, there are plenty of attractive dwarf tree species to ...

Ashley Cooper / Getty Images Whether you have a small yard or even just a petite patio ... And in some cases, dwarf trees can even be grown in containers, making them a unique choice for your ...

Full-sized apple trees can grow to over 30 feet and produce enough fruit to easily overwhelm an average homeowner. Small yard owners should look for dwarf varieties instead, which grow from five ...

Tall trees and shrubs can overshadow single story homes and make small yards feel crowded and overwhelming. However, there are plenty of small or dwarf plants that have all the beauty of their ...

Even in a small yard, adding a tree will provide vertical interest and welcome shade on those warm sunny days. But when you don’t have a lot of space, it’s important to avoid something that ...

Sour cherries are a hardy and self-pollinating variety, which makes them an excellent choice for residential settings, says Canney. The dwarf varieties will fit into small yards. “Popular varieties ...

Plant small trees. Dwarf or semidwarf trees can be a beautiful addition to a small front yard, providing a focal point and increasing the sense of depth. In the yard seen here, one tree was planted on ...

Here are the best of this group of excellent evergreen shrubs and trees. Dwarf yaupon holly has small, soft, spineless leaves. No berries. Grows to 3 feet tall. Can be kept more compact with shearing.

Dwarf plants are often just smaller ... If all you have is a small yard, resolving to plant dwarfs rather than large trees and shrubs is definitely the way to go. Keep in mind that even big ...

They bloom reliably only in hot, sunny summers, but the foliage on these small trees is so striking, you won’t really notice the absence of flowers. Now there’s a new dwarf variety ...

And today, thanks in part to the advent of ‘skinny houses’ — combined with small yards — the threat of overgrown trees and shrubs is greater than ever. Dwarf plants are often just smaller ...