deciduous trees for small gardens
If your outdoor space is limited, finding the right trees to add structure, shade, and seasonal interest can feel like a challenge. Fortunately, there are many beautiful deciduous trees for small gardens that deliver all the benefits of trees without overtaking your precious space. These compact, slow-growing varieties add colour, texture, and wildlife value, and allow you to enjoy dappled shade in summer with warming sun in winter as their leaves fall away.
Acer Brandywine (Brandywine Maple)
Acer rubrum Brandywine is an outstanding deciduous tree grown for its lovely form and striking autumn colours. It features lush, mid-green foliage through spring and summer which turns impressive shades of red as autumn progresses. It grows with an upright and rounded habit to eventually reach 10 m tall and 5 m wide. Acer Brandywine makes for a magnificent specimen and is ideal for avenues, parks, and large gardens.
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Magnolia Charles Raffill (Magnolia campbellii Charles Raffill)
Magnolia campbellii Charles Raffill is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, pink and white flowers in spring. The lovely blooms are borne on the naked stems before the foliage emerges. It typically grows to 7 m tall and 7 m wide and can be trimmed as necessary. Magnolia Charles Raffill makes for a fantastic specimen and is commonly added to a mixed planting.
