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Long garden ideas: 10 rules for a long, narrow plot

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These long garden ideas will help you turn a narrow outdoor space into a 'garden room' you will love. 

If you have, or have ever had, a long, narrow garden, then you’ll be more than aware of the tricky task of finding small garden ideas that make it look wider than it actually is, while desperately trying to ensure every corner looks pretty yet functional. 

You’ve probably spent hours rearranging garden furniture and trimming back hedges in a frenzied attempt to make your narrow garden space look more square, but in the back of your mind you know that, unless you move house, there’s just little you can do. 

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Never fear – with these clever, narrow garden ideas and tricks of the trade, there are tons of ways to help turn that awkward, long garden into something the whole family can use and enjoy.

1. Install a water feature to create sound

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In narrow, long gardens, the sounds from the neighbors can often be intrusive, but a water feature will help to soften or eradicate the noise entirely. 

It's an impressive focal point that feels sophisticated, yet will offer plenty of sensory benefits with its soothing sound, cool feel, and shimmering good looks.

2. Plant a sensory space

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It can be argued that all gardens provide sensory experiences, but long garden ideas with a sensory garden at their heart will have a concentration of different elements that stimulate the five basic senses of sight, sound, touch, smell and taste. 

In the narrow and confined space of long gardens or courtyard gardens, scented plants work very well as they will fill the area with beautiful fragrance. 

A small garden shouldn't be a barrier to creating an enticing sensory space. Employ garden decorating ideas such as scented hanging baskets, tactile plants in containers, or simple herb-edged pathways.

3. Give each 'zone' a purpose

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When you plan a small garden, give each 'zone' in your long garden a sense of purpose. One area might be for designed as a lounge area for sunbathing, one for entertaining and barbecuing, and another for indulging in a coffee or tea. 

Use a mix of lawn, paving and small garden decking ideas to create each 'zone' or 'room' – with clever planting and screens to differentiate each area.

4. Take shade and privacy into consideration 

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Think about how much privacy and shade you will need in a long garden. When it comes to garden screening ideas – getting the balance right is crucial, otherwise you risk blocking out the sunlight too.

The best trees for a small garden will provide excellent coverage without blocking too much sun, and can be trimmed back to suit your needs. Alternatively, temporary structures allow for a bit of fun and the chance to dress up the garden for a particular event.

5. Instead of paths, use hard landscaping to add zones

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If you put in a single walkway, however beautiful, it will dominate the view from the house – only serving to enhance the narrowness of the space. Instead, add zones to your long garden ideas with clever use of hard landscaping, as seen here. 

This contemporary design has been divided by beautiful raised flower beds and a seating area which cuts into the space, making it feel wider.

6. Don’t paint your fence using a dark color 

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Don't neglect your fence when it comes to planning your narrow garden ideas. In this shape of garden, the fences will be quite dominant to the view. 

Unsurprisingly, long gardens often have issues with shade – and painting the fence in a dark color will only swallow all the natural light – and make the space feel confined. Instead, incorporate the best garden shade ideas by training vertical plants up a trellis or slatted fence panel for added interest and intrigue.

7. Create screens using planting 

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Using the right planting is a key ingredient to successful long garden ideas. Get it right and the rest of the scheme will follow. 

Avoid solid barriers in a thin space. Instead, use trellises and vertical planting. Here, an internal garden screen is perfect for dividing a space into a series of ‘rooms’ and creating boundaries, allowing you to create private areas – as well as giving height.

8. Use ornamental grasses for privacy and shade

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Ornamental grasses can create a variety of wonderful effects, from the tall, arching Calamagrostis, which evokes the atmosphere of a cornfield, to the smart, ground-hugging Hakonechloa, which is ideal for shade, pots and long gardens. Tall grasses like Molinia, Miscanthus and Stipa will create a stronger but still informal barrier between different areas.

Being overlooked is the daily reality for most people living in urban areas with houses on either side, or immediately backing onto an outside space. If this is the case for your long garden, then consider investing in containers of wavy, tall grasses.

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Laying a single path is one the biggest mistakes you can make in any long garden ideas. It will dominate the view and accentuate the narrowness. 

Also, laying down lawn and planting around the edges is another mistake to avoid. The shape of your lawn will highlight the length of the garden and the flower beds will only cut into the width. 

Instead, break up your backyard with 'zones' and eye-catching planting and landscaping.

10. Install a garden room at the end of your backyard

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With more and more of us wanting to carve out some extra space in our homes, whether that be for remote working, starting a hobby or simply for quiet reflection, a garden room is one of the best investments you can make – and long gardens tend to be the perfect shape for them.  

It's a simple way to section up a narrow garden into smaller, more inviting – and useful – spaces.

What can I do with a long garden?

When it comes to landscaping a long or narrow garden, garden designer and CEO of Bowles & Wyer John Wyer shares some expert advice:

'It's really important that you can give a hint at what is going on further down the garden, without giving it all away,' John says. 'Often it's a good idea to have different rooms with slightly different characters or uses. Think about how you will use the garden – a sitting area, dining space, a zone for reflection – perhaps incorporating reflective pool ideas, or a herb garden.'

Jennifer is the Digital Editor at Homes & Gardens. Having worked in the interiors industry for a number of years, spanning many publications, she now hones her digital prowess on the 'best interiors website' in the world. Multi-skilled, Jennifer has worked in PR and marketing, and the occasional dabble in the social media, commercial and e-commerce space.  Over the years, she has written about every area of the home, from compiling design houses from some of the best interior designers in the world to sourcing celebrity homes, reviewing appliances and even the odd news story or two.

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Having a long and narrow garden design is actually kind of a luxury, but it can be a challenge when designing it. A rectangular dining table may not be enough to do so.

You have to think of how to maximise on that potentially awkward space. So if you want to give your narrow plot a new lease of life and get that wow factor all year round, we’re here to help!

In this post, we’ve curated landscaping and garden ideas for long gardens from all over the web with long garden ideas. 

1. Modern long garden urban garden

Divide your garden to make different spaces work for you. Here, there’s a large seating area with a patio, a lush green lawn with stepping stones and even a football field at the back!

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2. Narrow garden with gym

Set aside some space in your garden for a gym to work on your body without having to leave home. For more ideas, take a look at these fantastic garden gym ideas!

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3. Zig zag

When you have a long garden, you can get creative with the shapes of the grass and flower beds.

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4. Multi-ambient garden

First, some space for the kids to run. Then, a nice dining table for picnics and dinners. And then, some grass to lay down and watch the sky.

5. Side garden bed

Create some planting beds along the long edges of the garden to add some height with trees and plants.

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6. Multi-zoned long garden

Another great example of breaking your garden up into zones; you could even have a section dedicated to each member of the family.

7. Table and shed outdoor furniture

Circular lawns and flower beds can help hide the corridor-feel of a long garden and stop the eye from being drawn straight to the back. Add a cosy outdoor dining space to make the most of your garden on those warm, sunny evenings. 

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8. Brick path

A winding path and more natural planting will help to draw attention to the rest of the garden rather than focusing on the length. 

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9. Lights on tree

Trees are the perfect addition to a narrow garden to give some added height. Decorate it with some hanging lights to draw the eye up. 

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10. Railway sleepers

Use alternative-shaped flower beds to make your narrow garden look wider, as straight beds will just make it feel more enclosed. 

11. Tables on the sides

Different areas break up the narrow space – a small seating area for morning coffee, flower beds and a lawn to bring some life to the garden and then a family dining area for those sunny evening meals outside. 

12. Wooden deck

A modern wooden decking/pathway and tall plants and trees create the illusion of space in a narrow garden. The winding style of the path takes you around the garden rather than giving focus to the far end. 

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13. Circular shapes

Use shapes like circles for patios and lawns to break up the space into defined areas.

14. Narrow garden with stepping stones

Go for winding stepping stones rather than a solid, straight path to make the garden seem wider. 

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15. Side pergola garden building

If you don’t want to cover your entire garden, go for a small pergola at the side. Get shade as well as privacy during your al fresco dining.

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16. Small ponds

Water features can help to drown out the noise from neighbours, which can often be intrusive in long, thin gardens. 

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17. Narrow garden with shed

A shallow shed like this one is perfect for narrow gardens. It breaks up the space and gives you somewhere to store tools and bicycles. 

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18. Perfect path

Having a small path in your garden protects your grass. It’s important to avoid straight paths in a long, narrow garden as they direct your attention straight to the back and emphasise the length. 

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19. Hard shapes

Triangles and diagonals will help to make your garden appear wider than a standard rectangular lawn or patio would. 

20. Plank path

A soft wooden path that winds through the flower beds will bring beach vibes to your garden.

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21. Two-level perfect grass

Splitting the long lawn into two with a row of trees helps to divide the space and make the garden feel shorter. 

22. Couches and fire pit

If you have the space, why not create a little comfort outside? Place a couple of sofas and a fire pit to keep you warm at night.

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23. Pergola and minimalist garden

Add some shade into your garden with a small pergola, and create different areas using gravel, paving and grass.  

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24. Modern cabin

Use some of that extra long garden to build a modern cabin and gain some extra indoor space.

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25. Zen long garden

A small brick path with natural planting, plus some perfectly shaped bushes, provide a lovely section to a zen garden. Concrete accents bring a modern feel.

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26. Dream long garden

Perfectly pruned hedges and trees give this garden a manicured, stately home-feel. 

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27. Minimal garden

Keep it simple but stylish using black accents that give a modern vibe. Add some seating on the porch, along with some sleek steps and plenty of natural greenery.

28. Wooden side pergola with bench

A pergola will protect you from the sun’s harsh rays, so add a bench underneath for an excellent place to sit back and relax.

29. Long ceramic path

Another example of a winding path that captures your attention to give the illusion of a wider space.

30. Pond with pebbles

No pool? Cool down with a nice little pond on the side of your garden.

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31. Flower pergola

A classic metal pergola provides the perfect base for climbing vines and flowers to create a fabulous shaded alfresco dining area.

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32. Buried pots

If you prefer not to see your plant pots, bury them within your flower beds for a more polished finish to your garden.

33. Playground

Don’t forget to think about the kids when breaking your garden into sections.  

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34. Modern garden with Jacuzzi

Clean, sharp lines give this narrow garden a modern feel and provide distinctive areas to enjoy. They’ve even added a square hot tub to fit with the theme!

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35. Long dry river

Keeping a river beautiful and clean is a lot of work. However, a dry river requires close to no maintenance. Decorate yours with miniature bridges and edging stones to imitate a real river.

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36. Circular traditions

Use circular shapes throughout your garden to create the feeling of more space. Light coloured fences also help to keep it feeling spacious.

37. Modern multi-level fountain

You can also add some modern decorations to bring your garden to life, like this awesome fountain. The trickling sound will help to mask noises from your neighbours that are often a problem with narrow gardens.

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38. Multi-level decking idea

Multiple levels of decking and plants help to give your garden more texture and height, so it won’t feel as narrow.

39. Fire pit and lights

Enjoy evenings in the garden with friends and family by adding a circular seating area with hanging lights and a firepit to keep warm.

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40. Waterfall edges

You don’t need lots of space for a water feature – add miniature waterfalls around your decking so you can have the soothing sounds of running water to help you relax. 

41. Side plants

Tall trees add some extra height to your garden and give you some added privacy from your neighbours. 

42. Greenhouse

If you have plenty of space, you can get really creative. You could even have a large greenhouse in your backyard.

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43. Modern backyard with lights

Adding some floor or wall lighting always makes your garden look bigger, and you can also enjoy your backyard into the evening. 

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44. Vegetable garden

Try growing your own vegetables in your backyard. It could eventually save you a trip to the supermarket!

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45. Waterfall and garden bed

Add a waterfall amongst your flower beds and relax while listening to the falling water.

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46. Lanterns and concrete path

It’s important to add some lighting along your path if you’re planning to eat dinner outside or explore your garden in the evening.

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47. Black pergola and hammock

Add a swing seat to transform a classic pergola into a comfortable spot to while away the afternoon. 

48. Flower bed

Create curved flower beds to decorate your lawn edges instead of just a simple fence.  

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49. Gravel and timber path

Use timber pieces to create ‘steps’ if your garden’s on a slope, as gravel can be slippery alone. 

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50. Fountain and stepping stones

If you’re going with a stone fountain, some stone stepping stones are perfect to complete your garden look.

51. Elevate seating with raised deck

Create a focal point at the end of your plot by adding an elevated seating area. The raised deck lifts the space.

The wide stepping stones embedded in this garden gravel pathway draws the eye width ways.

52. Stunning long water feature

A stunning water feature can be a lovely focal point for long garden ideas. This style blends well with the plot’s shape, offering sensory benefits with its soothing sound, cool feel, and lustrous look.

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53. Bluestone paths with merging seating spots

This Bluestone path passes over the property, unifying outdoor seating areas with directing flow from one space to the next. There’s a fire pit at the end and each corner is surrounded with full and colourful flowers.

54. Large contemporary back xeriscape garden

A long garden that features contemporary back xeriscape style. The concrete paving and a garden path makes the space even longer.

This concept is a great way to separate the spaces, such as the swimming pool at the left side.

55. Consistent colour scheme

Going for a consistent colour scheme for your long garden is a smart idea. Take a look at this one; the warm, sandy tones create a soothing and cohesive style.

An outdoor space like this will instantly welcome you and your guests with comfort.

56. Outdoor kitchen

Looking for outdoor kitchen ideas? Upgrade the look of your yard dining area by adding a kitchen garden.

This modular alfresco design can be the missing piece to your dream kitchen garden.

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57. Stunning water feature

No pool? No problem; add an attractive feature like a garden pond, or cool down with this long water feature! Mix it between your garden path and surround it with greenery for a touch of serenity.

58. Textural planting of ornamental grasses

Mass planting of grasses and complementary colour palettes can provide a sense of both unity and definition to your long plot. Have a look at this Hampshire garden; the mixes of grasses add elegant inflorescence to the property.

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The Bottom Line

The main thing to remember with long, narrow gardens is to use different shapes for lawns and patios and divide your space up into different areas using winding paths and irregular planting or flower beds. 

Hopefully you can use some of these ideas to help you transform your garden into a relaxing space you’ll be able to enjoy with the whole family.

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Today, a garden is not only a place for growing various crops and plants, it is, first of all, a real outlet for a city dweller, a cozy environment where you can enjoy nature and get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Therefore, original ideas for the garden are more relevant than ever.

You can turn a garden into a real fairy-tale magic with the help of beautiful flower beds, flower beds, mini ponds and other landscape techniques. We offer you to look at some of the most popular and amazing options. nine0003

Wattle

Interesting designs can be created using wattle. Of course, it is unlikely to replace modern fences, but it will definitely provide a fabulous atmosphere of Gogol's and Pushkin's times!

Willow wattle is considered the highest quality. However, raspberry bushes also serve as excellent material for such a fence. By combining different rods, you can create an unusual range of colors and a relief pattern if you twist rods of different thicknesses. nine0003

For decor and a special mood, the wattle fence can be decorated with pretty clay pots.

Flowerbeds and flower beds

Flower beds are the first thing gardeners start decorating their garden with. When choosing plants, it is necessary to take into account the individual characteristics of each species. The first step is to highlight the soloist flowers, that is, the main plants in the flower bed.

It is also good to use unusual leaves and ornamental grasses in the design. With them, the flower garden will look original, even at a time when the flowers have not yet bloomed. nine0003

Harmony is important - too many different flowers and plants will look intrusive and create a sense of chaos in the garden. The flower bed should be holistic and concise.

Simply beautifully planted flowers are half the battle. Flower beds with decoration around look much more interesting. This is a bright accent at the end of the composition.

Water beds

Flower beds are a special pride for gardeners. A selection of flowers of different shades, petal shapes, stem heights, fragrance, leaf density and flowering periods are just a small part of the design that a gardener uses when forming a flower bed. nine0003

New ideas for decoration can be realized with your own hands from improvised materials in the form of various structures. But not every gardener has original water beds made by himself. Meanwhile, creating such a masterpiece in the garden or in the country is not at all difficult.

Procedure for designing a water bed:

If you fill at least half of the entire area of ​​the flower bed with plants, you will be delighted with live decor throughout the season. Additional decorations in the form of cute fairy-tale characters can be used to decorate foam pads in a flower bed.

Garden paths

Garden paths created by you will remain your pride for a long time. Improvised materials can serve as river pebbles and bricks.

Laying tracks should start with markings. At the dacha or garden plot, for sure, the favorite paths have already been trodden. They are best used for future markup. Try to lay out the track in such a way that the surface is as even as possible, and the width is the same along the entire length. nine0003

After leveling, the marked path must be covered with crushed stone, the layer thickness of which is about 10 cm. Compact with a vibrating machine. Next, pour a special solution onto the prepared area and level it again. Pre-washed pebbles are pressed into the solution with a dense, pre-designed pattern. At the end, a brick border is laid.

Rutarium

Rutarium is a rather unusual way of decorating a garden plot using original snags and tree roots. It is also often referred to as the root garden. nine0003

If desired, even in a small area, you can create a unique magic. Many of us have met the most bizarre forms of roots. At the sight of special specimens, the imagination immediately draws a vivid plot of a fairy tale. Beautiful compositions made of snags, folded with their own hands, create such a rutarium, at the sight of which it is simply impossible to take your eyes off.

Old furniture for decoration

Do not rush to throw away old furniture - it can serve as a colorful decor item in the country for many years to come. All you need to do is peel off the old paint and repaint. nine0003

Using car tires in garden decoration

One of the most common garden decor materials is car tires. Durable and flexible rubber can be used to create charming flowerpots, figurines of various animals, a sandbox, a children's swing, etc.

Decorations from plastic bottles

Plastic is an inexpensive and easily accessible material. Experienced gardeners with creative imagination know a lot of options for its use. Such qualities as flexibility, strength, durability of plastic allow you to create a variety of sculptures, flower garden decorations, borders and other interesting compositions from plastic bottles. nine0003

Figurines and feeders

Various figurines give a special charm and atmosphere to the garden. To create them, you can use building materials such as gypsum, polymer clay, etc. Design decisions depend on your imagination.

Pretty bird feeders are a great way to attract birds to your yard. They can be made from twigs, a plastic bottle or a tree trunk.

Unusual fence

The best aspect of a garden's uniqueness is its fencing. In addition to the protective function, the fence is an eye-catching visiting card of the owners. A simple iron or wooden version is trite. You can decorate the fence in different ways. Several striking examples are shown in the photo.

Children's corner

While decorating and landscaping your dacha and garden, you shouldn't forget about the smallest fidgets. For them, you need to allocate their territory for entertainment and exciting games. nine0003

Arrangement of a recreation area

A place for outdoor recreation is a prerequisite for a comfortable pastime in the country or in the garden. Here everything will depend on the desires and preferences of the owners. There can be a lot of options: gazebos with comfortable furniture, wide swings (a great idea is to put a hinged structure in the shade under the trees), hammocks, or just a platform with comfortable chairs and a table.

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The environment here should inspire and please the eye. Therefore, it is important not to overdo it with creative design solutions - you need to know the measure in everything.

Narrow lot design: Narrow long lot layout options

An elongated, elongated rectangle - in the literal sense, a strip of land - is a fairly common form of land plots. They are often obtained by combining two plots in gardening, or go "to the fields" in the villages. And if a solid plot adjoins the townhouse, then, most likely, it will be of just such a shape. We are studying possible design options for a long and narrow garden plot.

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The layout of the long and narrow lot, the location of the house on it will depend on which side the entrance is located. And this, in turn, depends on the location of access roads and the layout of the area. It is good if the roads adjoin two boundaries of the site: as a rule, these are its two short sides, or this happens in the case of a corner location. nine0003

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Important: One of the possible disadvantages of a narrow long area is shading - from buildings, their own and neighbors, from high fences. It is advisable to take this factor into account already at the stage of purchasing a site and when planning it. For such allotments, the location on the cardinal points is especially important. It is optimal if the site is stretched from east to west, and one of the long sides is oriented to the south.

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Option 1: Entrance from the end of a narrow area, clear zoning
If the entrance is located on the narrow side of a long area - great: we separate the front part from the private part. Their boundary and natural transition zone will be the house. In the front part, in front of the house, the entrance zone is logically obtained, and the rest of the content remains in the back of the site.

Front entrance in front of the house will open your property to the street. Do not use absolutely all the landscape techniques that you like here: depending on the chosen style, compositions from cut shrubs will be appropriate, or one large bush with an expressive shape and flowering. nine0003

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If you prefer classical symmetry, place two medium-sized shrubs on the sides of the entrance to the house - it, of course, in this case will be in the center. Maintaining their shape will need attention, even if you don't plan on turning them into complex topiary shapes. Otherwise, you may end up with an image of an old overgrown dacha. If this is exactly what you are striving for, feel free to plant a lush lilac, viburnum or mock orange.

In general, the entrance area with this placement can be left quite open, even if the rest of the site is fenced off with a blind fence. This does not mean that there will be no fencing at all, but openwork lattices and low hedges can be used here.

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A clear separation of the front and private areas, their visual and actual isolation make it possible to implement multi-style solutions on one, even a small site. The entrance area can be arranged in the form of a regular parterre with its inherent attributes - lace patterns from the lawn or miniature shrubs, flower borders and topiary figures. Sculpture, classical, or, on the contrary, avant-garde, will also come in handy here. The private part of the plot, located behind the house, can in this case be solved in a more free spirit. nine0003

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This separation does not mean that parts of the site will only be connected through the house. Firstly, do not forget about safety standards - the house, if it is not a continuous building, should not adjoin closely to the fence. On its sides it is necessary to leave technical passages. With a similar arrangement, they will be quite narrow and long. They can be decorated with pergolas and decorative lamps. Also, with such a layout of a narrow section, for security reasons, it is worth organizing a second exit from the site - in its rear part. nine0003

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The entrance area in this site layout most often has to be placed in the front, shifting it to one of the side borders. If you still want symmetry, create it by placing plants on the rest of the site. In the center, draw a straight path to the porch, limiting it to the sides with flower borders. And in front of the house, leave a platform along the entire facade, connecting it with the parking area and side passages to the far private part of the site. nine0003

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All other functional areas will be located behind the house. Since the width of the site is small, they should be placed sequentially, moving away from the house as the use is active. Immediately behind the house, it is advisable to place a recreation area - as in the photo, a summer dining room and a children's playground. Then - a vegetable garden, a garden and economic zones. Some of the greens can be placed in containers next to the summer dining room so that they are at hand.

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If possible, in the far part of the site you can arrange another secluded recreation area - a small gazebo, or just a bench surrounded by beautiful flowering shrubs. nine0003

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Option 2: Entrance from the end, but the house is oriented along a narrow plot
several functional areas.

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An elongated entrance area will appear on the side of the house, leading deep into the plot. In this case, it is convenient to place the entrance platform and parking at the very beginning of the site, in front of the end of the house. Visually, high gates and plants will help protect it. A beautiful light canopy will make the parking lot more functional and replace the garage for temporary car parking if you visit the country house only on short trips. nine0223

The area behind the far end of the house, covering the entire width of the plot, is a great place for a recreation area and a barbecue. In the far part of the site, place a garden and economic zones. It can be separated from the "residential" space by beautifully designed outbuildings - a barn, greenhouses, a summer kitchen. Or plant a small garden here. Trees or buildings will act as a screen dividing the site into two parts. READ ALSO…0225

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Tip: When designing a narrow lot, don't be afraid to use real screens. On a long section, they are more than appropriate - they help to zone an extended space and visually compensate for its overly elongated shape. Narrow enclosing elements - they can be hedges, shrubs, climbing plants on a trellis, light fences, vertical tiered containers for plants - will help to highlight backstage corners. In such a place it is good to place a miniature recreation area with armchairs, a dining group, or to hide a utility platform behind them. Due to the presence of isolated zones and fragmentation of space, the site will appear larger. nine0003

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Option 3: Entrance on the long side of a narrow lot
If your extended lot extends along your driveway, this gives you more zoning options. Again, home placement will help us with this. By placing it in the center of the site, you divide the space into two fairly separate zones, additionally getting a small space for the entrance area in front of it and a narrow plot of land behind it.

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The layout of the long plot with the central position of the house allows you to clearly separate the "living" area with an outdoor dining area, barbecue and sun loungers, and the utility area - a vegetable garden, an orchard, sheds and greenhouses. They fit perfectly on both sides of the house. Since this way the site is divided into almost square zones, it will be easier to place equipment on each of them.

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If, with such an arrangement of the entrance, the house is moved to one of the short borders of the site, this will allow organizing parking and a utility site in this part. And plan the rest of the space, like the first design option for a narrow section.

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What Plants to Grow in a Narrow Lot
For not too large areas, trellis trees and compact stem forms are ideal. They will help in zoning if used as visually light screens. In the same capacity, climbing plants on a trellis can be used. Trellised tree growing is ideal for narrow gardens due to the flat shape of the plants. Such a garden can be placed along the boundaries of an elongated area. In order not to visually increase the length of the fence, form trees in the form of palmettes with diagonal and vertical branches. nine0003

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Don't forget about container growing as well - it will help you compactly place both ornamental and garden plants.

However, lush shrubs in a narrow space should not be neglected. They will perfectly dissolve the far border of the site, making it visually more harmonious. They will also help in zoning, dividing different parts of the site.

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How to visually compensate for the elongated shape of a narrow area

1. Zone - a clear division into zones draws attention to the shape of a separate site and distracts from the overall shape of the site. As separators, you can use both various screens that give backstage closeness, and open zoning tools - paving, flower borders, clipped shrubs. They will help to divide the space into plans, making it more diverse and giving the eye clues at different distances. nine0003

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2. Use relief - natural relief or artificially created, terracing will help in zoning and compensate for the small width of the site. Especially if the terraces are not straight and placed not strictly across the site.

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3. Distract attention - When designing the area, use curved and broken lines in the form of paths and playgrounds. This will distract from the elongated shape of the site. For an additional effect, move the platforms relative to each other, combine different sizes.

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