Southern California weather and sunshine are great for gardeners, but many people have to deal with small yards, patios or balconies as they try to create a green oasis in the city. Here are some ideas for transforming a small space into the patio of your dreams.

• Small-Scale Style from Garden Ideas
• Landscaping a Small Patio, A Balcony Garden and Stretching Small Gardens from HGTV
• Balcony / Small Patio = Outdoor Room from Suzy Renovator
• Small Urban Garden Design Tips from Urban Gardening Help
• Apartment Gardening on the Balcony from Rental Decorating Digest