Overlooked back garden design tips

[@busarafirestone1180]

I am a pro garden designer, and I find that I can't get enough tips on small gardens. Thanks much, Lee, keep em coming!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much! It’s great that my guides are helping even the pros! Sharing is caring after all in getting more people out into their green spaces working with nature. Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿

[@anni50ful]

Im disabled and moved into a flat with a 50foot garden quite narrow as well, Im going through your vlogs to get some tips , its exciting but daunting having a new garden from scratch .

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Anni don’t worry, new gardens are daunting for all gardeners so you’re not alone! I’m glad my guides are proving helpful. Checkout my blog too for even more. There’s a lively forum of other Ninjas on there that can help with specific questions. Happy gardening! Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@gjcinqmars]

Wow! I love the way you break your designs down and explain the concepts behind them. You have amazing talent.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Georgia Cinq-Mars I’m really glad you like the guides and my designs. More videos to follow soon of my latest designs! Lee

[@josephinebrevig8748]

Repetition in a small space helps with creating a cohesive look. Much more pleasing to the eye in my opinion. I also appreciate that everyone has their own taste. You did a fantastic job. Love it.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Josephine. Lovely to hear constructive feedback! Glad you’re liking the use of repetition in a small space. Glad you’re like the use of repetition…. Hehehe. Happy gardening! 😜🥷🌿🤘 Lee

[@josephinebrevig8748]

Keep them coming Lee..hehehe. They are a joy to watch. I'm totally new to gardening. New journey started over the lockdown. I have a small garden..,..similar size, over looked, that's suburbia for you! Not complaining as many don't even have the size space that i have. I'm grateful and blessed. This video is extremely relevant and useful to me. Thank you Lee 😊

[@sennievee6833]

The finished version looks so much bigger!! I can't wait to try some of these tips in my own yard.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Sene, and that's even once I had removed 1/3 of the existing lawn! Lee

[@lookingfordiscovery]

another great episode .. My back garden is literally exactly to this scale. It gets sun for 6 hours a day, but awful London clay conditions .. I dug the entire garden up by hand and have spent a year bedding down much better soil / compost .... Finally got rid of x2 - 30 foot conifers which have been taking all the water from the garden with their 20 metre roots all the way to the house :( ........ 2nd year gardener and all I do is watch KZbin every night for ideas, tips and a reet good education. Thank you Ninja

[@Gardenninja]

Wow Rob. That’s dedication and I take my mohawk off to you. It will pay dividends. You’re doing everything the right way which is a lot of hard work. My top tip now is to get the pencil and paper out before jumping into any design. There’s lots of ‘garden designs’ online that look nice but are totally unusable in real life. Paths that are too narrow. Skinny flower beds. Plants that simply wouldn’t grow in those conditions. Ie you need to map out path widths and do some research for suitable plants etc. Or hire a garden designer who has spent years developing all this knowledge!! 😜 Do this on paper first to scale (you sound like the type of technical chap that would be great at this task!!) Then you can make all your mistakes on paper. Sounds like an exciting project. Good luck and happy gardening! Lee

[@lookingfordiscovery]

@@Gardenninja thanks for your proper reply Lee, really appreciate that. Off to buy a compass, protractor and pencil :D

[@le2584]

Aye but that word 'reet,' belongs to Yorkshire 😆 I have clay soil which isn't the easiest but lots of plants do love it e.g.roses, dahlias.

[@Gardenninja]

😂 I’ve been known to grace Yorkshire with my presence every now and then!!! You’re right that clay can be a real benefit for hungry plants especially roses!! 🌹🥷🌿🤘

[@ellengill514]

You have the most enjoyable voice. I certainly enjoy your videos, now that I have found you.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Ellen, what a lovely compliment!

[@jamesprigioni]

Beautiful design and great tips. Nice video

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks James. I'm glad you like the design tips!

[@jmd3202]

I love this garden and the planting. Thanks for the tips.

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome! Make sure you subscribe for even more tips! Happy gardening. 🥷🌿🙌

[@carolinaop5641]

I love your designs. Thank you for sharing and for the tips you provide. One thing that I particularly like is when you put pictures of the plant when is mature, on the side of the screen, when you talk about a plant, at the same time that you are showing us the actual plant. That way, we don't have to imagine too much what it will look like. As when they are put down, they don't always look as they will in the future. Have you thought of having a video to show us what plants work well with what others? In terms of sun, soil, scent, colour and pattern? Also, I struggle with the all year round interest. I would like colour all year round... Thanks again

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Carolina. Really glad you’re enjoying the videos! Happy gardening. Lee 🥷🌿🤘

[@lordbyron9758]

Great tips that I can now take into my on garden many thanks

[@Gardenninja]

I'm glad you've found it useful Michael. I have more garden design how to guides and subscribers get the latest videos too! Lee

[@ivy19958]

Great changing! You did such a beatuful job congratulations!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Ivana!! 🥷🌿🙌

[@catrescuer]

Wow the garden looks so much bigger and very nice. Please do a Mediterranean garden design. Love your videos.

[@sarabee7701]

Enjoyed the video. Great tip about the shed. I will use this for a mini greenhouse I plan to install in my backyard. Ty!

[@Gardenninja]

Glad you liked the video and tips Sara!

[@nanabusterd]

Beautiful result. You're very talented.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks nana buster 😀

[@seabassmastermatt80]

Wonderful garden n great ideas and results. Blissed out watching that. ✌🏻

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Matthew! Glad you enjoyed it. Lee

[@eileentarrant9220]

Nicest little makeover I've seen

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Eileen, what a compliment! Feel free to share this clip to help others transform their gardens! All the best. Lee

[@stuartryan1293]

Great video - what are the two tree's behind you Lee @1:24 please and the tree @ 3:15 please?

[@jumpingjellyfish9596]

I think the garden looks fantastic! You have done a truly great job. Hello from Australia.

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Oscar! Happy Gardening. Lee

[@chamalismith]

This has given me lots of ideas, thank you so much xx

[@Gardenninja]

I’m so pleased Chamali. Make sure you subscribe for even more garden design hints tips and hacks! Happy gardening. Lee

[@carefreedelight2355]

Nice to know how many trees you put in and if they were all Photinia.

[@Gardenninja]

There were 5 and yes all Photinia in this garden! Happy gardening. 🥷🌿👌

[@carefreedelight2355]

@@Gardenninja Thank you.

[@donnamorgancreations8781]

Absolutely stunning!! Thank you for sharing your talents with us!!

[@Gardenninja]

You’re welcome Donna. I’m glad you like my work! Happy Gardening! Lee

[@sengahackett]

Absolutely brilliant video, has given me great ideas for a shady part of my garden , and I love the idea of combining different textures , shades of green shrubs : thank you 💕

[@Gardenninja]

So glad you’ve found inspiration. Let me know how you get on! Happy Gardening. Lee.

[@LAknightYEH]

Great, helpful video but a little shaky on some shots.

[@Gardenninja]

Matt Lovelock yes you’re right! It was pre gimbal!! Thanks for the feedback. 😀

[@LAknightYEH]

I meant that in the nicest way possible. Your videos have been really helpful. Could you recommend any trees/shrubs for privacy in a small (new build garden) really struggling? Looked at Royal burgundy and October glory but didn’t seem the right fit. Thanks, Matt

[@Gardenninja]

Three quarter standards are usually a good choice with a lollipop head. They get you maximum coverage without taking over so I’d look at maybe an evergreen version of those. Failing that fastigiate versions of apple trees or birches with really upright aspects can be useful. Ones that don’t spread width ways too much. It’s all about breaking up the views. Look for a tree that has a few seasons interest whether leaf, fruit or peeling bark in the autumn for example. 😀

[@LAknightYEH]

Garden Ninja Ltd that’s brilliant - thank you so much. Look forward to your next video 😊

[@chamalismith]

This is absolutely genius! Thank you so much! Xx

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks do much!! Happy Gardening Chamali. Lee

[@sarahjanesanders596]

Beautiful! I love a circular lawn :)

[@Gardenninja]

I too love a circular lawn. Especially in a small back garden helps give the illusion of never ending borders if well proportioned.

[@drew609]

Gorgeous!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Andrew. Glad you like it. Such a lovely tiny design to have worked on. The owners absolutely love it.

[@BarriosGroupie]

Looks great. With hindsight, do you think the shed could have been moved towards the house, or made smaller for what's needed? Even for a garden that small, I can imagine you're talking between 5 and 10 hours just for the design.

[@nancybender2190]

Any chance for a follow-up video on this design to get a look after it's more established?

[@Gardenninja]

I’ll get in touch with the client and see if she’s happy to provide some pics. Happy gardening. Lee

[@vivdoolan6846]

Really lovely...finally a proper garden design fed up of seeing slab and astroturf labelled 'garden design '. I would have painted the shed dark to knock it back and have some climbers up the side of the shed and the dodgy fence panels.

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Viv. Thanks so much. Yes I agree with the shed and climbers. However the budget on this one was very tight. Good shout through. There’s always so much I’d like to do but I focus on what’s going to fix 90% of the issues first. Appreciate your comment and thanks for watching. 🥷🌿

[@designed4liberty]

Brilliant!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Deb! 🥷🌿🤘

[@garden4less]

Great videos, keep up the great work!!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Gardens4less. Glad you like my work. Happy Gardening! Lee

[@Smallsizedgarden]

Love your design!!! Looks amazing! What trees did you plant?

[@Gardenninja]

They are Photinia standards Anastasia. You can see more on my website here with the plant list. www.gardenninja.co.uk/overlooked-back-garden/ Make sure you subscribe for more! Happy gardening. Lee

[@Smallsizedgarden]

Garden Ninja Ltd Thanks!!!

[@AmsNl2BcnEs]

What happened to the path across the grass shown the plan at 1:09 ?

[@Gardenninja]

Hi East Coast. The owners had just recieved a puppy who was a bit of a tear away so they decided to wait to put the path in once they had trained him in case the turf needs reseeding! The life of gardens and puppies! 🤣🥷🌿

[@AmsNl2BcnEs]

@@Gardenninja aww 🥰 🐶

[@louiseturner8082]

Great video loved it!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Louise. Glad you liked it! Happy Gardening. Lee

[@t4nkman]

Nice one Ninja...

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Humanati. 🙏🏻

[@UneasyRider]

Lee, great video....what trees did you use throughout please? Will they grow massive?

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Uneasy. I used Photinia half standards. They’re grafted so won’t grow much bigger. Will only need a mild prune once or twice a year. Hope that helps! Happy Gardening.

[@UneasyRider]

@@Gardenninja cheers Lee. Hope your not struggling too much with the current climate. I'm after 5 smallish trees to go in a east facing border. Was thinking of planting white hydrangea in between

[@wellbraced3519]

I love this! You've got a new subscriber!

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Well Braced! Great to have you join the other Ninjas :-)

[@marylynnhaynes7558]

Such talent😊

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks so much Mary. I'm glad you're enjoying my content! Happy gardening. Lee

[@kateh5968]

So helpful 👍🏼x

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Kate! Glad you’re finding my gardening content useful. Make sure you subscribe for hundreds more! 🥷🌿👌

[@amandakohli3176]

Hi can you help with a query please . I have found this on my hydrangea it’s a soft while mildew looking powder ? Can’t attach a photo ?? Amanda

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Amanda. Thanks for getting in touch. Please use the Garden Ninja online forum for help with plant o design issues. You can find it here! www.gardenninja.co.uk/forum/ 🥷🌿👍

[@janetteveronica402]

Great thanks

[@Gardenninja]

Glad to helps! Happy gardening.

[@Tinyteacher1111]

I missed the types of trees he used. Anyone know what they are? Thanks!!!

[@Gardenninja]

Hi Kathryn. You can find all the details here in my blog! www.gardenninja.co.uk/overlooked-back-garden/ Happy Gardening! Lee

[@88Myia]

Hello I looked on your blog but did not see any names of the trees you used. Only that they were standard trees. Could you please give the names. Thank you

[@keirydepaolis4353]

Just subscribed! Have a small garden too and want to incorporate trees for privacy but I've been having a hard time finding trees small enough. What are the names of the trees you used here?

[@Gardenninja]

Hey Keiry. These are Photinia standards. They’re actually a shrub that are grafted and trained as a small tree. Hope that helps. Lee

[@MrJands1982]

Great vid! Just curious though, how did this cost from start to finish? Its about the same size as my garden

[@waynep1200]

What was the name of that tree with purple leaves at 3.13 in? Cheers

[@Gardenninja]

That’s an Acer ‘Bloodgood’ Wayne. Happy gardening! Lee 🥷🌿

[@nicholaspaul123]

brilliant

[@Gardenninja]

Thanks Nick! Make sure you subscribe for more garden design guides. Happy gardening! Lee 🥷🌿

[@shamsjaffer15]

Hi, I like ur design for small garden my query is my backyard is on a slope and I’m planning to do a kitchen garden please help

[@louilux184]

Does anyone know what the purple tree is? 😍😍 xx

[@Gardenninja]

It’s a form of Acer Pepper but not sure what cultivar. Hope that helps!

[@louilux184]

@@Gardenninja thanks so much xx

[@dbatesdob]

Just got a new subscriber

[@angellas.1314]

The shed needs a window or the look of a window!

[@livingauthenticallyonmyownterm]

💜💙💚💛❤️

[@donnacockerham9780]

I'd watch your videos, but your hair is so bizarre and distracting, I just skip over them. Just my opinion...

[@Gardenninja]

And yet here you are commenting Donna….lucky escape for me!! Sayonara.

[@Traceman002]

Dude your hair...really?