You finally have a yard. Maybe it’s a narrow strip behind a townhome, a compact square of grass next to a condo or a modest patch that came with your first house. It’s small - but it’s yours. And with ...

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A small backyard does not have to feel like a compromise. With a few intentional design choices, even the tightest outdoor space can look like it was planned by a professional landscape designer. The ...

Everyone needs a spot to sit and stay a while—all the better if it's tucked away in a tidy little garden. It's a good idea to design your sitting area around the purpose(s) of the area, whether it be ...

Turn a narrow or compact yard into a custom-looking garden with built-in bench planters, cohesive containers, gravel corners and simple DIY accents. Sandra Teddy Getty Images You finally have a yard.