Gardening: How to make your balcony a calm outdoor space

Here's advice from the pros on transforming even the tiniest space into the ultimate chill-out zone  or urban oasis to boost your wellbeing

Creative ideas to enhance your outdoor space (Alamy/PA)

For many urban dwellers, a balcony or small garden may be their only personal outdoor space and a place of solace and reflection during the summer months.

But how do you make your balcony a calming, welcoming environment to ease the stress of the day?