Patio trees are the perfect way to bring height, colour and structure to smaller gardens, courtyards and outdoor living areas. Whether you want a single statement tree for a pot or a pair to frame your doorway, patio trees offer instant impact without overwhelming the space. They are chosen for their tidy growth, reliable foliage and year round good looks, making them one of the easiest ways to elevate a patio or balcony.
There is a patio tree for every style of garden. Compact Acer trees bring graceful shape and beautiful seasonal colour, while Olive trees offer a Mediterranean feel with their soft grey green leaves. Photinia and Euonymus patio trees provide evergreen structure and are ideal for adding privacy in a small footprint. For something more decorative, Salix Flamingo trees bring pink and cream new growth, Callistemon trees add bright brush like flowers in summer, and Eucalyptus patio forms offer striking blue grey foliage with a fresh scent.
These trees are chosen for their ability to thrive in pots, making them perfect for paved areas where planting in the ground is not an option. Most patio trees prefer a sunny or lightly shaded spot and regular watering, and many respond well to light pruning if you want to maintain a particular shape or size.
Patio trees pair beautifully with soft planting in pots and planters. Try surrounding them with trailing plants such as erigeron or tumbling thyme, or add interest with compact perennials like heuchera, nepeta or dwarf grasses. Mixing textures around the base of your patio tree can create a complete display that looks full and considered through every season.
