Transforming a Tiny Garden into the Perfect Space
TC Landscapes
54,590 views
Small garden design, tiny garden ideas and landscaping inspiration come together in this compact garden using reclaimed brick paving, native plants, railway sleepers and natural stone.
In this garden transformation, I’m working with a very small space and a fairly unusual design. Handmade bricks salvaged from the original house are reused to create garden paths, with groundcover plants growing through the paving and old railway sleepers breaking up the brickwork.
Three huge granite stones are craned into the garden and used as stepping stones, while Australian native plants and groundcovers soften the paving and will gradually fill the spaces between the bricks.
As the garden takes shape, I also explore some of the history surrounding the house and its neighbourhood — from the larrikins and street gangs of the late 1800s to the railway that once ran directly opposite the property, and the families who lived in the house more than a century ago.
It’s a small garden with a lot packed into it, combining reclaimed materials, brick paving, natural stone and planting throughout the paths to create something a little different.
TC Landscapes — landscape design, garden construction, reclaimed brick paving, stonework and garden transformations.
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Builders - Topp Constructs - https://toppconstructs.com.au/
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👉 Watch paving tutorial here:
How to Pave a Courtyard - Bricks on Mortar
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Plant list:
Viola hederacea
Westringia fruticosa ‘Wynyabbie Gem’
Teucrium fruticans ‘Silver Box’
Festuca glauca ‘Beyond Blue’
Myoporum parvifolium ‘Broad Leaf White’
Convolvulus cneorum
Dichondra repens
Poa poiformis ‘Kingsdale’
Grevillea olivacea × preissii ‘Red Sunset’
Correa alba
Grevillea hybrida ‘Hot Lava’
Grevillea thelemanniana × olivacea ‘Lemon Supreme’
Poa sieberiana
Carpobrotus glaucescens ‘Aussie Rambler’
Rhaphiolepis indica ‘Oriental Pearl’
Leucophyta brownii
Anigozanthos hybrida ‘Bush Tenacity’
Senecio serpens
Banksia ericifolia ‘Little Eric’
Grevillea laurifolia ‘Crimson Carpet’
Banksia hybrida ‘Bird Song’
Correa alba ‘Saint Andrews’
Liriope muscari ‘Evergreen Giant’
Leucospermum lineare ‘Tango’
Cycas revoluta
Aspidistra elatior
Correa decumbens
Anigozanthos rufus
Salvia greggii ‘Mirage Violet’
Plectranthus argentatus
Lomandra longifolia
Daphne odora
Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’
Malus ioensis ‘Plena’
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THIS CHANNEL:
Explore inspiring garden ideas, step-by-step how-to tutorials, and relaxing videos showcasing the art of transforming outdoor spaces. Whether for education or entertainment, enjoy captivating designs and the soothing process of creating beautiful, functional gardens.
Timelapse landscaping videos showing full garden builds
Relaxing music paired with visual garden transformations
Step-by-step "How To" guides for garden and landscaping techniques
Focus on paving using reclaimed bricks and natural stone
Tips for sustainable and eco-friendly landscaping
Creative ideas for backyard makeovers and outdoor design
Demonstrations of planting, paving, decking, and more
Inspiration for DIY gardening projects
Content suitable for garden enthusiasts, DIYers, and homeowners
Education for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike
Easy-to-follow advice for enhancing curb appeal and property value
Videos ideal for inspiration, relaxation, and practical learning
Community of garden and outdoor living fans
Regularly updated with new garden builds and tutorials
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Historical images used in this video were sourced from a variety of public archives and historical collections, including State Library Victoria.
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All historical references and factual details in this video are presented in good faith and to the best of my knowledge at the time of production. Some details may be based on widely reported accounts, local history, or commonly accepted interpretations, and minor inaccuracies may exist. If any factual errors are identified, they are unintentional.
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Transforming a Tiny Garden into the Perfect Space
TC Landscapes
54,590 views
Small garden design, tiny garden ideas and landscaping inspiration come together in this compact garden using reclaimed brick paving, native plants, railway sleepers and natural stone.
In this garden transformation, I’m working with a very small space and a fairly unusual design. Handmade bricks salvaged from the original house are reused to create garden paths, with groundcover plants growing through the paving and old railway sleepers breaking up the brickwork.
Three huge granite stones are craned into the garden and used as stepping stones, while Australian native plants and groundcovers soften the paving and will gradually fill the spaces between the bricks.
As the garden takes shape, I also explore some of the history surrounding the house and its neighbourhood — from the larrikins and street gangs of the late 1800s to the railway that once ran directly opposite the property, and the families who lived in the house more than a century ago.
It’s a small garden with a lot packed into it, combining reclaimed materials, brick paving, natural stone and planting throughout the paths to create something a little different.
TC Landscapes — landscape design, garden construction, reclaimed brick paving, stonework and garden transformations.
--------------------------------------------
Builders - Topp Constructs - https://toppconstructs.com.au/
--------------------------------------------
👉 Watch paving tutorial here:
How to Pave a Courtyard - Bricks on Mortar
--------------------------------------------
Plant list:
Viola hederacea
Westringia fruticosa ‘Wynyabbie Gem’
Teucrium fruticans ‘Silver Box’
Festuca glauca ‘Beyond Blue’
Myoporum parvifolium ‘Broad Leaf White’
Convolvulus cneorum
Dichondra repens
Poa poiformis ‘Kingsdale’
Grevillea olivacea × preissii ‘Red Sunset’
Correa alba
Grevillea hybrida ‘Hot Lava’
Grevillea thelemanniana × olivacea ‘Lemon Supreme’
Poa sieberiana
Carpobrotus glaucescens ‘Aussie Rambler’
Rhaphiolepis indica ‘Oriental Pearl’
Leucophyta brownii
Anigozanthos hybrida ‘Bush Tenacity’
Senecio serpens
Banksia ericifolia ‘Little Eric’
Grevillea laurifolia ‘Crimson Carpet’
Banksia hybrida ‘Bird Song’
Correa alba ‘Saint Andrews’
Liriope muscari ‘Evergreen Giant’
Leucospermum lineare ‘Tango’
Cycas revoluta
Aspidistra elatior
Correa decumbens
Anigozanthos rufus
Salvia greggii ‘Mirage Violet’
Plectranthus argentatus
Lomandra longifolia
Daphne odora
Cercis canadensis ‘Forest Pansy’
Malus ioensis ‘Plena’
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THIS CHANNEL:
Explore inspiring garden ideas, step-by-step how-to tutorials, and relaxing videos showcasing the art of transforming outdoor spaces. Whether for education or entertainment, enjoy captivating designs and the soothing process of creating beautiful, functional gardens.
Timelapse landscaping videos showing full garden builds
Relaxing music paired with visual garden transformations
Step-by-step "How To" guides for garden and landscaping techniques
Focus on paving using reclaimed bricks and natural stone
Tips for sustainable and eco-friendly landscaping
Creative ideas for backyard makeovers and outdoor design
Demonstrations of planting, paving, decking, and more
Inspiration for DIY gardening projects
Content suitable for garden enthusiasts, DIYers, and homeowners
Education for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike
Easy-to-follow advice for enhancing curb appeal and property value
Videos ideal for inspiration, relaxation, and practical learning
Community of garden and outdoor living fans
Regularly updated with new garden builds and tutorials
--------------------------------------------
Historical images used in this video were sourced from a variety of public archives and historical collections, including State Library Victoria.
--------------------------------------------
All historical references and factual details in this video are presented in good faith and to the best of my knowledge at the time of production. Some details may be based on widely reported accounts, local history, or commonly accepted interpretations, and minor inaccuracies may exist. If any factual errors are identified, they are unintentional.