A Young Adult’s Guide to Setting Up an Apartment Garden Area

A garden area is a definite bonus that makes your new apartment all the more appealing. Use these practical tips to help you set it up in your apartment living space.

Evaluate the Space

Before you decide what you want to include in the garden area, first evaluate how much space you have to work with. You may even want to measure the space, which can help you choose the right size of outdoor furniture to use for it. You avoid paying money for things that are too large and will not fit in the space you have. You may need to get creative with the space you use, which might mean creating a rooftop garden.

Choose the Best Plants

Choose the best plants based on how much of a green thumb you have. If you are not much of a plant grower, maybe choose succulents that you do not have to water as often.

Likewise, consider growing herbs like thyme and mint that you can use in your own kitchen. They add a nice, lush look to your garden area and also serve a practical purpose. Get some ideas and advice from a landscaping service.

Use the Vertical Space

Do not overlook how much vertical space you have. Make the most of it by hanging planters or wall-mounted pots. Set up some shelves that you can use for decorating or storing practical items like your gardening gloves and hat.

Hang Lights

If you want to enjoy the garden space during the evening, consider hanging tea lights or fairy lights. The lighting makes the area beautiful and accessible. It will also not attract large insects like moths as overhead lights do.

Consider the Flow of the Area

As eager as you are to deck out the garden area, remember to think about the flow of it. That is, make sure you can walk around it easily without tripping over planters, furniture, and other items.

Likewise, make sure there is ample space for good airflow. What good is it to spend time out in the garden area if you have too many tall shelves or other items that block the flow of air and make the area hot and muggy?

Check for Safety

Additionally, ensure all of the items that you have out there are safe and designed for garden areas like yours. Avoid using lighting intended for use indoors, for example. Indoor lighting, like floor lamps, can short-circuit and catch on fire if they get wet or too close to flammable items.

Likewise, make sure you can get back inside your apartment quickly and easily if the weather turns stormy. Avoid blocking the door to your apartment with boxes, totes, and furniture. You do not want to injure yourself trying to get to safety.

Know the Building Codes

Finally, make sure you follow any rules your landlord or HOA imposes for the building’s garden areas. Get it in writing what you can include in the area and what items you must avoid.

These tips are some to use to set up your apartment’s garden area. They allow you to create a safe and beautiful area that you can enjoy.