Dynamite comes in small packages

Perennials may be the backbone of garden beds, but trees should be considered the backbone of the entire garden.

- Madison Moulton

Unfortunately, as garden sizes continue to shrink, few have space for large and towering trees in their backyards. That doesn’t mean you should give up on your tree growing dreams – small trees are the solution.

Small trees – ideal for small spaces

Buddleja saligna
(false olive)

This small, fast-growing evergreen tree can reach a height of 3 - 5 meters, making it ideal for small gardens or large pots. The dense canopy of narrow, grayish-green leaves, resemble an olive tree and it also produces small white flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. This drought-tolerant and low-maintenance tree is perfect for urban gardens.

Dais cotinifolia 
(pompon tree)

The popular pompon tree is deciduous, reaching around 4 - 6 meters in height. It is most well-known for its spectacular display of fluffy pink-purple flowers that bloom in clusters from spring to early summer. In small gardens, it creates a focal point without taking up too much space.

Dombeya rotundifolia
(wild pear)

This small, deciduous tree grows to a height of 4 - 6 meters and produces masses of fragrant, white flowers that hang in clusters, resembling a pear tree (hence the name). It provides a beautiful display in spring and its compact size doesn’t take up much space, filling your garden with scent.

Halleria lucida
(tree fuchsia)