1. Sustainable Design for Small Landscapes Julie Weisenhorn University of Minnesota Extension Department of Horticultural Science

2. “… A small plot of ground well ordered, turns to greater advantage than a large one neglected …” - Leonard Meager The New Art of Gardening , 1697

3. Designing small spaces may feel less overwhelming … but more restrictive.

5. Five Considerations of Sustainable Design

6. 1. Functional

7. 2. Maintainable

8. 3. Environmentally sound

9. 4. Cost effective

10. 5. Visually pleasing

13. Design Principles

19. Variety vs. Collection

24. Plant Selection

26. Plant selection Plant type

27. Plant selection Select plants based on mature size

28. Plant selection Form

29. Plant selection Form: Go Vertical

30. Trellising & Espalier

31. Plant selection Texture, Mix & Match

32. Plant selection Seasonal Interest

33. Color

35. Design tips for small landscapes

36. Design tips for small landscapes 1. Design elements to serve more than one purpose

37. Design tips for small landscapes 2. Interplant ornamentals with edibles

38. Design tips for small landscapes 3. Consider views

39. Design tips for small landscapes 4. Use tall plants as backdrops

41. Design tips for small landscapes 6. Avoid dividing the property

42. Design tips for small landscapes 7. De-emphasize narrow areas

43. Design tips for small landscapes 8. Locate details & variety close-up

45. Sustainable Design for Small Landscapes Julie Weisenhorn University of Minnesota Extension Department of Horticultural Science Email: [email_address]