St. Louis urban garden maximizes small space with perennials

A small urban garden in St. Louis, Missouri, demonstrates how to maximize limited space through the use of perennials, containers, and pollinator-friendly flowers. The garden design focuses on layering reliable perennials that return annually to reduce maintenance and provide a stable seasonal backbone.

To add vertical interest and flexibility, the gardener utilizes colorful containers on patios and borders. These movable elements allow for seasonal adjustments and help define different zones within the compact footprint. The garden also includes flowers specifically grown for cutting, such as giant zinnias, and features various species including panicle hydrangeas, purple coneflower, catmint, and speedwell.