Small trees can provide fruit, shade, and wildlife habitat without monopolizing space. From fig trees to dogwoods, here are 10 trees for small yards.

Regarded as one of the best small flowering trees, it’s a joy to have in your garden. It’ll work in USDA hardiness zones 5-9 and prefers a spot that’s partially shady.

Discover beautiful small trees perfect for tight spaces, offering shade, privacy, and year-round visual interest.

Read on to learn about these 15 small trees for your front yard that should you consider planting. More outdoor inspiration: 20 Best Pink Trees for a Yard That's Always in Bloom.

Hardiness: USDA 2-8 (UK H7) Height: 30+ft (10+m) Spread: 10+ft (3+m) Best for: casting dappled shade Birches are invaluable backyard trees. They make elegant specimens, even in winter when their ...

For yards that cannot support a large tree, here are some more small growing trees to consider that grow in well-draining to dry soils. Scrub hickory (Carya floridana), American hornbeam (Carpinus ...

Small backyards can yield abundant flowers and veggies if you plan properly. However, there are a few plants and trees that will dominate your tiny space and hinder overall growth.