Printed garden plan sheets, pencil and tape measure on a patio table

Small Garden Design Planner

$19.99 $39.99
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Printed garden plan sheets, pencil and tape measure on a patio table
  • Printed garden plan sheets, pencil and tape measure on a patio table
  • A small patio garden planned with the Small Garden Design Planner
  • Paper cut-out garden shapes arranged on grid paper
  • A planted small balcony garden with a bistro set
  • Printed garden plan sheets, pencil and tape measure on a patio table
  • A small patio garden planned with the Small Garden Design Planner
  • Paper cut-out garden shapes arranged on grid paper
  • A planted small balcony garden with a bistro set
Small Garden Design Planner

Small Garden Design Planner

$19.99 $39.99
PRINTABLE PLANNER · PATIOS, BALCONIES, COURTYARDS, SMALL YARDS

Plan your small garden on paper before you spend a cent

Measure your space, draw it to scale, try layouts with cut-out furniture and plants, then finish with a budget, a shopping list and a build order. One planner, start to finish.

59
pages to fill in and reuse
7
scale layout templates
1 sq = 1 ft
grid matched by every cut-out
Letter + A4
both sizes included

Small spaces punish guesswork

A table a foot too wide, a path nobody can walk, pots bought before you know the sun. In a small garden every square foot has to earn its place, and mistakes cost real money.

So you draw first, then buy

Every layout page uses the same grid: 1 square = 1 ft (30 cm). The cut-out shapes match it exactly, so what fits on the page fits in your space. Move things around with a pencil, not a shovel.

Four steps from empty space to finished plan

MEASURE
Know your space
Record sizes, sun, access, views and problem spots, so the design starts from facts.
MAP
Draw it to scale
Pick the template closest to your space and try layouts with the cut-out shapes.
PLANT
Choose what grows
Plan plants by sun, height, colour and season, plus pot recipes and vertical growing.
BUILD
Cost it and do it
Set a budget, buy in phases, follow the install order, then keep it all going.

What is inside the 59 pages

Eight sections, each one a working tool you fill in.

Space Assessment5 pages
Measurements, existing features, sunlight map, access and views, problem areas.
Garden Goals4 pages
What you want, how you really use the space, must-haves, and a style chooser.
Space Planning5 pages
Zones, space allocation, pathways, vertical growing and container inventories.
Layout Templates13 pages
Seven scale templates, blank grids, option comparison and cut-out shapes.
Plant Planning9 pages
Wish list, placement, layering, colour, seasonal interest, container recipes, profile cards.
Outdoor Living5 pages
Seating, dining, lighting, privacy and screening, storage and utilities.
Budget & Shopping6 pages
Budget overview, priority purchases, materials, plants, containers, furniture.
Final Garden Plan7 pages
Final layout, master shopping list, checklist, install order, care plan, journal.

From blank space to a plan you can build

Print the pages you need, or mark them up on a tablet.

Paper cut-out garden shapes arranged on grid paper Garden plan sheets, pencil and tape measure on a patio table A finished small patio garden

Lifestyle images are illustrative.

Made for gardens that are small on purpose

  • You have a patio, balcony, courtyard, side yard or small backyard
  • You are starting from scratch or redoing something that never worked
  • You want a clear order of work and a budget before buying anything
  • You prefer pencil and paper, or a PDF you can mark up on a tablet
  • You are renting or sharing, and need to plan around limits
A planted small balcony garden with a bistro set

Start planning today

Download the PDF the moment you buy. Print what you need, as often as you need, and keep a clean copy for next season.

✔ 59-page PDF, US Letter version
✔ 59-page PDF, A4 version
✔ 7 scale templates, blank grids, cut-out shapes
✔ Budget, shopping, install and maintenance pages

$19.99 one-time, instant download. Use the Add to cart button at the top of this page.

Questions

What do I receive?
Two PDF files of the same 59-page planner: one for US Letter paper and one for A4.
Will the cut-out shapes match the grids?
Yes, if you print at 100% (Actual size). A 2-inch check line on the scale page lets you confirm it in seconds.
Can I use it on a tablet instead of printing?
Yes. Open the PDF in any app that lets you write on PDFs. The cut-outs work best on paper.
Is it only for tiny gardens?
It is designed for small spaces, up to roughly 26 by 20 ft in the templates. Larger plots can use the blank grids at another scale.
Does it cover plants for my climate?
The planner helps you choose and organise plants. Check each plant label or your local extension service for hardiness and planting times in your area.
Can I print it more than once?
Yes, for your own use. Please do not share or resell the file.

Digital product: no physical item is shipped. Planting, building and electrical guidance is general; follow local rules and manufacturer instructions.

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