02/11/2026
Small garden? The right plants can make a big difference!
You donāt need a huge backyard to create a beautiful, green and private garden. Itās all about choosing plants that make the most of your space without overcrowding it.
Here are 5 of our favourites for small Melbourne gardens:
1. Lilly Pilly Backyard Bliss: Dense evergreen foliage for year-round privacy. Easy to trim into a narrow hedge.
2. Ficus Hillii Standard: A lush green canopy that adds height without taking up much ground space. Easy to shape and maintain.
3. Gardenia Florida: Glossy green leaves and beautifully fragrant white flowers. Perfect for adding softness and elegance.
4. Japanese Box: Compact, neat and easy to trim. Great for low hedges and structured garden borders.
5. Liriope Evergreen Giant: Adds lush greenery and texture at ground level. Perfect for filling narrow garden beds and softening edges.
The secret to a beautiful small garden isnāt more space, but choosing the right plants for it!