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21 Balcony Garden Ideas for Beginners in Small Apartments

Learn the basics of planning and designing a small-scale balcony or rooftop garden, plus get tips for selecting the best plants and containers. By Anne Balogh

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Growing plants in a limited space like a balcony or terrace can be a challenge even for an experienced gardener, but it’s also a great opportunity to be creative and have fun.

From deciding what to grow (an urban vegetable garden? a tropical paradise?) to choosing imaginative containers (such as an old watering can or wood crate), the entire process can be an adventure. Yes, you still must adhere to the strict confines of your space, but there are many tricks for making every square inch count. Here are some tips to help you get started:

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MAXIMIZE YOUR SPACE

How much space do you need for a balcony garden? Surprisingly, not much at all if you take advantage of walls, railings, and overhead structures.

Turn your balcony into a vertical garden. Attach pots, shelves, or trellises to the walls; and if your balcony has a ceiling, add a few hooks for hanging plants. Cover the railings of your balcony with chicken wire to support climbing plants, or purchase plant hangers that can be attached to the top of a railing. (See more vertical gardening ideas.)

Think of your balcony garden as an extension of your indoor living space. If you choose plant colors and textures that echo the interior design, even the smallest balcony will look more expansive and welcoming.

KNOW YOUR RESTRICTIONS

In addition to the square footage of your balcony, there may be other restrictions that will limit what you can plant and where. If you live in an apartment building or condo, be sure to check what’s permissible by the building owner before you begin.

Weight. There may be weight restrictions and rules regarding what you can hang from balcony railings and walls. If the balcony is attached to your home, know how much weight it can safely support. The weight from large ceramic containers and wet soil can add up quickly.

Microclimate. The amount of sunlight the space receives is the most critical factor to consider, but wind exposure and temperature are important too.

Tip: If wind is a problem on your balcony, consider using balcony privacy screens as windbreaks to protect more fragile plants. You can also put plants that don't like the wind in low pots near a wall to give them more protection.

HOW DO YOU WATER A BALCONY GARDEN?

Few balcony or rooftop gardens have access to an outside water source, which means you’ll have to rely on water from a sink or bathtub to keep your plants well-hydrated. To minimize your trips back and forth lugging heavy jugs of water, try some of these strategies for watering your plants:

Keep in mind that the hotter and windier the conditions on your balcony, the more frequently you’ll need to water -- sometimes as often as twice a day. If a convenient water source is far from reach, make life easier by growing plants with low water requirements, such as cacti and succulents.

WHAT CAN YOU GROW IN A BALCONY GARDEN?

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Just about any plant you can grow in a container is fair game for a balcony garden, as long as you have the space for it and can give it the appropriate amount of sun or shade. If you live in a climate with cold winters, consider growing some plants that are hardy enough to leave outdoors year-round or that can be overwintered indoors so you don’t have to start from scratch again each spring.

WHAT CONTAINERS ARE BEST FOR A BALCONY GARDEN?

Anything that can hold soil and has good drainage has potential for a balcony container garden. The style can range from fancy to frivolous, depending on your tastes, but the container should be practical and suit the purpose. Some factors to consider include container weight, durability, weather resistance, ease of watering, and cost.

See more tips for choosing the right container.

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BALCONY GARDEN IDEAS

Most herbs will flourish on a sunny balcony or terrace and require very little space to grow. If your balcony doesn’t have good sun exposure, some herbs that grow well in partial shade include parsley, chervil, cilantro, and tarragon. Photo: Franz Peter Rudolf / Shutterstock

On a small balcony, take advantage of vertical space to maximize your growing room. Wood pallets turned on end, old book shelves, or tiered planters are all practical solutions for gardening up rather than out. Photo by: Eurybia / Shutterstock

Don’t be afraid to play with colors and plant types. A mix of small trees, shrubs, foliage plants, and colorful annuals will add interest and diversity to your balcony garden. Photo by: Udo Kroener / Shutterstock

Flowers cascading over railings and climbing up trellises bring breathtaking color and fragrance to this charming European balcony garden. The symmetrical arrangement of the plantings helps define the space and create balance. Photo by: Leigh Trail / Shutterstock

Slatted walls covered in climbing plants and other greenery turn an open balcony into a private retreat. The walls also function as windbreaks, protecting the delicate foliage. Photo by: Tapui / Shutterstock

A dwarf olive tree is the perfect choice for a balcony garden because of its low water requirements and resistance to high winds and subfreezing temperatures. If you plan to use the tree as a focal point, uplight it at night to reflect the beauty of the silvery foliage. Photo by: Ania K / Shutterstock

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When we picture a garden, most of us likely imagine a wildly idyllic countryside oasis or a pristine suburban backyard where space is abundant. However, you don’t need to have ample square footage to create a dreamy gardenscape—your home’s balcony will do just fine. Thanks to a little creativity and innovation, balcony gardens can hold more plant life than you may expect. 

When designing the balcony garden of your dreams, there are plenty of ways to maximize verdant greenery, colorful florals, and fragrant herbs. Your options include creating lush living walls, installing vertical or railing planters, planting container gardens, and even working with a trellis or two. You’ll save money starting your garden from scratch rather than purchasing full-grown plants, which will be worth the wait (promise!). However, if you can’t bear to live without a lush balcony garden any longer, the great news is that it will be pretty easy to stay within your budget due to the limited space. Read on to find inspiration for scheming up the mini green space you never thought your urban apartment could have. 

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Create a mini culinary garden.

This one’s for the avid home cooks and cocktail enthusiasts out there. We love how Elizabeth Tulipana’s Chicago apartment features a DIY container garden filled with more than a dozen of her favorite herbs without taking up too much prime real estate. Now, happy hour just got even more festive, thanks to a fresh sprig of mint or rosemary. 

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2. Get textural.

We love how artist Danielle Lindsary brought vibrant color and texture to the front porch balcony of her New Orleans apartment with a thoughtfully curated collection of plant life. Lindsay smartly chose plants that are not only beautiful but can withstand the intense New Orleans heat and humidity to ensure her home’s entrance is always welcoming. 

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3. Go bold with the flooring.

We have loved watching people transform their outdoor spaces over the last few years, and patios, balconies, and terraces are finally getting the kind of design attention formerly saved for interiors. Here, homeowner Vivienne utilized glossy checkerboard flooring to make a stunning statement in her  Singapore apartment’s balcony garden that reflects her love of travel. (She’s visited more than 40 countries.) 

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4. Create a dreamy dining destination.

The only thing better than having a balcony garden is also having an alfresco dining space in the center of it all. We’re taking some serious notes from Divya of @mybohoaesthetics who smartly used her balcony railing as a hanging and vertical garden to save room for a darling bistro set. And we adore those mini potted plants as a festive centerpiece! 

She says that she wanted to create her own urban jungle where her love for all things French and the tropics could meet. Choosing exotic plants was the right pick for the New Delhi climate while the dining table and linens feel every bit Parisian. The addition of hanging planters and a DIY vertical shelf further allowed Divya to establish a true oasis in the middle of a bustling city.

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5. Don’t let space keep you from growing what you want.

Svenja of @designablehome proves that even serious gardeners can take to their balconies in order to create a rewarding garden. While she says that your harvest will naturally be smaller on a balcony, you can still grow fruits and veggies that taste just as delicious if they’d been grown in the English countryside or a Connecticut suburb.

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6. Embrace hygge.

Anna of @dielenliebe created the ultimate outdoor living space at her Hamburg apartment. She used a vine-covered trellis to instill some privacy while adding a shelf and tables to add additional plant life around an ultra-cozy seating area that offers hidden storage. Adorning the space with various pillows and blankets make it the ultimate destination for unwinding at the end of the workday or throughout the weekend. 

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7. Create your own secret garden.

Gardening knows no boundaries, and no matter how small or big your balcony is, you can make a plant-friendly oasis, as proven by the fairytale cottage garden vibe by Molly Mullane Garden Design. Plus, we can only imagine how fragrant it smells out there. 

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8. Employ a ladder for an instant vertical garden.

A ladder-style shelf system and railing planters make Justyna’s balcony garden feel lush and green but not overcrowded. Growing herbs, flowers, and other plants becomes simpler when you stack them rather than spread them across your balcony floor.

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9. Design a fabulous living wall. 

Living walls are gorgeous statement pieces and provide greenery that’s not high maintenance. Not much gardening is required, but Egil Farstad’s setup still gives you a green space that will feel just as rewarding. 

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10. Make the most of your ledges.

Balcony ledges and raised platforms provide extra space for growing your small garden. Trailing plants and tall trees can start to give your balcony a sense of privacy too, like shown in Annvi’s intimate jungle-like escape.

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11. Reflect your home’s interiors.

A few potted shrubs and trees make balcony garden maintenance much easier. This gorgeous bohemian-inspired take from Janine of Like a Feather Shop shows how your interior style can blend seamlessly with your outdoor preferences.

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12. Remember, simplicity can be stunning. 

Whether you’re really limited on space or feel overwhelmed by adding plant care to your daily routine, this adorable Brooklyn apartment proves that it doesn’t take much to make a statement. Homeowner Grace Zhang surrounded her outdoor bistro set with a handful of plants that transform the area into an elegant and inviting spot for coffee, dinner, and yes, cake. 

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13. Mix up your plants (and pots). 

Minimalists can keep balcony gardens, too. You don’t need to create a mini greenhouse to get the benefits of being surrounded by plants. A few carefully selected contrasting planters can make a huge difference and still bring green into the space, as evidenced by Brian of Leaf Stone Water’s striking balcony design. 

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14. Go monochrome. 

Once you’ve got the plants down, making your balcony warm and inviting is just as important. Getting the space right will ensure you’ll want to spend plenty of time appreciating your small garden. We love how the saturated yellow colors used in Fridlaa’s balcony’s design allow the greenery to really pop. 

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15. Don’t be afraid to fully embrace your inner plant parent.

Forget the table and chairs—if plant parenthood means the world to you, you may as well use every inch for greenery and florals. This space created by May D’Souza proves that any size balcony can cater to a plant lover’s biggest dreams and look incredibly cool in the process.

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16. Fake it ‘til you make it (or don’t).

If you want to create an outdoor plant oasis but are a bit intimidated, don’t be afraid to rely on nature-inspired design elements to instill that same feeling. Here, Kristina Roder transformed her blank balcony wall into a stenciled masterpiece that gives all the tropical vibes while making the space feel more verdant than it really is.

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17. Purchase a mini greenhouse.

It never has to rain on your plant parade (literally) with a little help from a chic miniature greenhouse. This cabinet-style version from Brit + Co. is a great choice for those who live in cold climates and don’t want to be limited in their plant selections. 

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18. Don’t forget the twinkle lights.

You want to be able to enjoy your balcony garden at any time of day, so it’s important to have enough light to make it usable at all hours. Liz Ferguson smartly utilized two types of string lights in two different sections of her café-inspired balcony to enhance visibility and make it even cozier. 

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19.  Reach for the stars—or ceiling.

If you’re struggling between wanting to create more living space and building a lush garden on your balcony, there’s a simple way to do both. Jen Robinson enhanced her well-appointed balcony with hanging planters from the ceiling to bring in more plant life without sacrificing space. 

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20. Make some shade.

This gorgeous Barcelona terrace becomes inviting at all hours with a scalloped awning that makes some shade and also allows for more types of plants to find their way onto your balcony. Now, you won’t be limited to choosing plants that thrive on full sun exposure if your balcony is totally light-drenched all day long. 

Flowers on the balcony - how to arrange them? 75 photos of the best design ideas!

More and more often balconies are transformed from a cluttered warehouse into a beautifully designed space.

For example, a winter garden, balconies with flowering plants - this design option can be seen more and more often in high-rise buildings.

The flower garden is used to transform balconies.

Let's talk about landscaping balconies? What plants will decorate an open balcony? How to decorate a balcony with flowers? nine0003

Starting landscaping, the first thing to do is to clear the balcony space as much as possible, throwing out all the rubbish, removing conservation and food supplies for the winter, such as potatoes, onions and carrots.

Next, you need to check how reliable the parapet is, and if you need to repair the wall, you need to do it immediately.

The balcony can be either closed or open. So, in winter, nothing will grow on an unglazed balcony except for heaps of snow. If the balcony is glazed, then the air temperature is about five degrees Celsius, and therefore flowers such as chlorophytum and geraniums will grow on such a balcony. nine0003

If the air temperature drops below five degrees Celsius, then you should pay attention to frost-resistant plants like palm trees.

If your balcony is glazed, additionally insulated, and there is no air temperature below five degrees Celsius, then plants such as cyclamens can be seen on the balcony.

In autumn you can buy heathers - shrubs with a lot of flowers that look beautiful even after drying.

If you are thinking about what kind of flowers to plant on a balcony that is insulated and well heated, then it is important to remember that the main thing is to create a favorable climate for flowers. So, flowers love humidity, excellent lighting, and do not tolerate drafts, temperature changes.

When arranging a real winter garden on your balcony, it is important to think about protecting plants from direct sunlight.

Some flowers are still grown on a sunny balcony, because there are special species that perfectly tolerate the open sun with proper care. nine0003

For an open sunny balcony, it is better to choose:

Petunia, which pleases with a variety of colors and different varieties. It is better to give preference to small-flowered forms, because large leaves do not react well to heat, the flowers lose their attractiveness.

Petunia stalks are very sticky, therefore, when growing these flowers on the balcony in boxes, you need to separate them from each other without loss after the wind. There is such a variety of petunias as "typhoon", which is characterized by violent flowering. nine0003

Geranium can be zoned, ivy-leaved. The second species will suffer on a windy balcony, but at the same time, both species tolerate heat well.

Purslane ideal blooming flowers on the balcony, where there is a lot of sun. The plant is ground-blooded, but looks great in a pot. How else can you decorate a balcony?

It is difficult to imagine a more "survivable" plant. Purslane flowers from about the middle of July until the end of September.

Purslane loves the direct rays of the sun, so much so that in sunny weather it opens flowers, and after sunset the flower closes.

Drummond's Phlox is a photophilous plant that tolerates drought very well. When growing flowers on a balcony, it is important to monitor the looseness of the soil so that the roots do not rot.

Ipomoea is a plant that pleases with new flowers every day. A flower blooms for a day, closes in the evening, but in the morning a completely different blooming flower will please the eye. nine0003

These flowers on the balcony grow with a support, because in order to grow up, you cannot do without it. Such flowers are used as a green screen that protects the room from the sun.

The flower grows quickly, but the stems die off in autumn, and therefore it is necessary to grow a new green screen for the new season.

If you are thinking about what flowers to plant on the balcony to bloom, you should choose begonias, pretty daisies. In order for the flowers to bloom until the end of autumn, you can plant asters, petunias. nine0003

When choosing colors for your balcony, you should take into account both the illumination of the balcony and the number of storeys.

If the balcony is closed, that is, glazed, then it is clear that the floor does not play any role, and if it is open, then you need to remember that the higher the floor, the stronger the drafts on the balcony.

You can see on numerous photos of flowers on the balcony that low-growing plants like daisies, begonias, marigolds are planted on the upper floors. nine0003

Flowers on the balcony: what to plant on the balcony - what flowers and plants can be grown on the balcony the moment when it was necessary to sow seeds for seedlings.

It doesn’t matter, you can buy seedlings, but we will give you valuable knowledge about what can be planted on the balcony and how to take care of all this, free of charge. nine0003

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Flowers on the balcony: indoor or garden?
So, what flowers to decorate the balcony with? The easiest, of course, room. If you're determined to send your pots on vacation, don't forget to say a warm goodbye to your plants - not all houseplants will survive exposure to a new environment. On the open balcony it will be too cold for them, on the closed one it will be hot (yes, hotter than in the apartment).

Garden varieties tolerate outdoor conditions much better, so they look better for an open balcony. However, this division is rather arbitrary, since it depends on the climate in the region (what is outdoors in Krasnodar, indoors in Anadyr). The main difference is that indoor flowers will not be able to spend the winter in the open field. nine0003

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When displaying indoor flowers on an open balcony, please note that night temperatures in spring and early summer are significantly lower than daytime ones. Many indoor plants calmly tolerate temperature fluctuations within 15-20 degrees, but it should not fall below 12-15 degrees Celsius. It is especially difficult for heat-loving plants: if a cold snap occurs after watering (or rain), wet roots after such stress can rot. nine0003

If flowers can be placed on glazed (but not insulated) balconies already at the end of April, then on open ones - only by the end of May.

Advice: It is better to accustom indoor flowers to the open air gradually, first taking the pots out for several hours in the morning and gradually increasing the time of their walks. At noon, it is better to bring flowers from the balcony inside so as not to injure them after a long winter with the active sun.

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Finally, there are indoor plants, which are contraindicated for an open balcony. Here, too, much depends on the climate, but in any case, it is better to leave cacti, violets and some tropical ones with special requirements for humidity at home - dieffenbachia, philodendron. nine0003

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Closed balcony is much more comfortable for indoor plants. Usually the temperature there is 4-5 degrees higher than the street temperature, and rain and wind are not terrible for plants. There is another danger here - balcony glass makes the room a greenhouse, and as a result, at a temperature overboard of plus 22-25 degrees, the glazed balcony can have a heat of under 40. Not all flowers are able to withstand this. Therefore, on sunny summer days, it is necessary to either increase watering, or open windows, or additionally shade them - blinds are ideal for this. nine0003

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Which flowers to plant on the balcony: perennial or annual?

Garden flowers are usually divided into annuals - in which the entire life cycle fits in a season, and perennials - blooming annually. This is also a rather arbitrary division - many annuals are able to bloom and smell for 2-3 years, they just do not survive the winter in our open ground. Hence, frost-resistant varieties are considered perennial, or those that are unprofitable to sow each time - they are stored in cool rooms (cellars, basements, on an insulated balcony) until spring. nine0003

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Choosing annuals for the balcony

Annuals, as a rule, are sown with seeds in February-March and by the end of May they get ready flowering seedlings, which are transferred to open ground. If you do not have time to take care of your own seedlings - buy ready-made. Sometimes it is already sold with buds: you will definitely see which flower you take.

What flowers can be planted on the balcony for the summer? The most famous annuals are petunias, calendula, diascias, urfinias, gazanias, bacopas. Although in general there are a great many of them. nine0003

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Lobelia
This special, very hardy plant is planted in flower boxes with petunias and other annuals. Lobelia is planted for seedlings later, in late April - early May, in order to be placed in open ground in June. It will bloom until autumn.

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Perennials for the balcony
Garden decoration - perennials - a controversial option for the balcony: they bloom quickly, but provide a lot of trouble with storage in the winter. If you have an open balcony and no basement, it is better to choose varieties that you can bring home. Basically, tuberous begonia, fuchsia, miniature roses, climbing and bulbous are grown on the balcony. But we repeat once again: each climatic zone will have its own preferred varieties. nine0003

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Fuchsia
One of the most unpretentious perennial varieties (though it has a lot of varieties). Feels good outdoors at a temperature of 18-25 degrees, but does not like the sun and wind. It can overwinter at room temperature, but most likely will throw off the leaves.

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Hydrangea
Originally a garden flower, although it has an indoor variety. So be specific about which variety you're dealing with. This is a perennial plant, but wintering in the open field is problematic for her. The indoor variety will have to be brought into heat. Sadovaya can also overwinter in the ground, but it is better to cover it. nine0003

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Roses
Dwarf varieties of roses are usually planted on the balcony and bloom all summer. In stores, you can buy ready-made plants in pots. Do not transplant them immediately, otherwise the plant will quickly fade - wait until the end of the season. Perennial rose bushes are best carried away for the winter in a cool room.

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Chrysanthemum

Another perennial plant that should winter in the warmth. It blooms in late summer - autumn, when the nights become cooler, and most flowers are already finishing flowering. Chrysanthemums love shaded spaces. Spherical bushes look great in large pots. It is better to buy chrysanthemums in bloom and cut them as they grow, forming a “crown”

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Geranium
Geranium is exactly the same plant that is considered an annual, being a perennial. If you want to save it until next year, be prepared to "winter" - the plant will shed its leaves and hibernate. You can keep it at this time in the room, but best of all - on an insulated balcony.

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Clematis
Clematis is ready to spend half a day in the shade and does well in the sun, although it also requires daily watering. This perennial plant is able to overwinter on a glazed balcony, but it will most likely freeze in open ground. After three years of balcony life, it will have to be replaced with a new one. nine0003

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Bulbous
Bulbous plants stand apart in this system of conventions - tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses, etc. They are buried in the ground in autumn or early spring, so that in April-May you can admire the cheerful petals. They bloom only in spring, in the cold. In summer, the bulbs are dug up and stored until next spring. Bulbs can usually be driven out all year round, but their natural growth begins with thaws.
Depending on the variety, each species requires its own storage conditions. nine0003

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Dahlias
Tuberous plants that bloom all summer. They are planted at the end of May. Undersized varieties are chosen for the balcony - from 30 to 80 cm. The tubers are planted in balcony boxes at a distance of 40-50 cm. Dahlias bloom until the first frost, then the tubers are dug up and stored indoors until next summer.

We plant geraniums on the southern balcony
The south facing balcony will be flooded with sun in summer. Not all flowers like this mode. And geranium loves it. nine0237 Geranium can go without watering for a long time. If the sun shines especially zealously, it will only bloom more strongly.

Petunia also likes sunlight, and is generally quite unpretentious, but needs frequent watering.

Purslane, calendula, phloxes and dahlias, aster and mignonette, sweet peas and tobacco will feel good on the southern balcony.

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In the north - begonia
The lack of light on the north balcony does not benefit most plants - they wither, stop growing and forget about flowering. For such a loggia, it is better to choose special shade-tolerant flowers. nine0003

The most suitable plant for the northern balcony is begonia. It tolerates both full shade and partial shade well. True, begonia requires moist soil, so during dry periods the plant will have to be watered often. But it will bloom all summer - until October, and for the winter you can simply bring it into the apartment.

Nasturtium on the northern balcony will delight you all summer. She feels great even in full shade. Just do not fertilize the soil, otherwise it will forget to bloom. A popular flower for northern balconies is fuchsia. Just like begonia, it requires abundant watering - the earth should never dry out, otherwise the plant will die. nine0003

On the northern balcony you can plant pansies, ivy, viola, cyclamens and various bulbs. They do not like direct rays and high temperatures.

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East - Hydrangeas
East balcony is a grower's dream. Soft, compromise lighting conditions suit almost any plant - almost everything can be grown here. You can plant here flowers from the "southern" list - choosing a lighter place for them - for example, hanging boxes, and from the "northern" - placing them in the back of the balcony. nine0003

Hydrangeas are especially recommended for oriental balconies. These spectacular flowers will appeal to fans of Provence, vintage and bohemian interiors. Hydrangeas like moderate lighting, but they are not particularly demanding on watering. They will bloom all summer, until October.

Other suitable flowers for an east balcony are marigold, heather, daisies, levkoy and lobelia.

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West balcony - verbena
The west balcony, like the east one, is universal. The sun comes here in the afternoon, when it is no longer so scorching. Therefore, plants that love partial shade feel good here. nine0003

The best option for the west balcony is verbena. Large flowers and voluminous inflorescences will look spectacular on the balcony. In addition, verbena has a huge selection of varieties and colors. True, this plant will require daily watering and weekly loosening of the soil.

If you want simpler flowers - choose sedium, it is unpretentious and blooms with a thick blanket until late autumn.

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Climbing plants feel good on the western balcony: morning glory, wild grapes, climbing roses, hops. nine0003

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Attention to the wind
The higher the floor, the stronger the wind, so starting from the 6-7th floor it is better not to keep large plants. Begonia, marigolds, ageratum - that's what you should plant on the balcony in this case.

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