Hanging and standing balcony plants

But that doesn't mean that you can't turn a balcony into a blooming oasis, hanging and standing balcony plants are exactly the right means.

Which balcony plants are offered?

There are many varieties of balcony plants. From the flower cascade to imposing tall plants and in numerous color combinations, there is a large selection available. Some of them are true classics and also known as permanent bloomers, such as the geranium. It even fulfills both variants: both standing and hanging geraniums are available. At the same time, the geranium is also the best-known variety among the balcony plants and together with the so-called Hard-working Lieschen and the petunias a classic. But there are even more beautiful flowers that make the balcony colorful when standing or hanging in the window boxes or in the pots.

Standing balcony plants

The term refers to the balcony plants that have an upright growth. These are called for example.

Fuchsias
Petunias
Pansy
Loyal to men
Daisies
lavender
oleander
hibiscus

The list could probably be extended, because the offer is very large and varied. the

Balcony plants do not necessarily have to grow in the box on the railing, the hanging varieties are much more popular here. Standing balcony plants are planted between the hanging flowers or stand in pots and all sorts of other containers on the ground in front of the railing or on the table. Incidentally, you don't have to wait until summer to plant the flower box on the balcony, spring can also be embellished with seasonal plants. If you plant bulbs of tulips, crocuses, snowdrops or daffodils in the ground in late autumn, you will already have the first bright spots of color in the pot or box on the balcony in early spring.

Hanging balcony plants

Every flower lover has surely seen photos of the magnificent balcony planting, as it often occurs in southern Germany or the Alpine countries. Bavarian country houses are particularly happy to be adorned with great flowers. However, these are by no means exotic, but the well-known and well-tried geraniums, petunias and Co. These hanging balcony plants are also often planted:

incense
Verbenas
Gundermann
mint
Silver rain
Blue Mauritius
Fuchsias
Fan flower
Hanging carnations

However, it is not enough to choose standing or hanging specimens of balcony plants.

It is particularly important to pay attention to the direction of the compass. A south-facing balcony needs different planting than a north-facing balcony. The weather conditions are decisive for the growth of the plants.

Locations for the balcony plants

It is not easy to choose among all the beautiful balcony plants, because every space is limited. No wonder that you can see more and more balconies that are equipped with balcony plants right down to the last corner. But in addition to all of the blooming beauties, you need to consider the location before buying them. Not all of the flowering plants want to be exposed to the sun and not all of them can withstand the cool temperatures on the side facing away from the sun. Wind, especially on higher balconies, is a problem for many balcony plants.

Tips for the balcony with lots of sun

If the balcony faces south, you need balcony plants that can withstand a lot of sun. Everything that thrives well under Mediterranean conditions is at the right place here. If you place herbs such as sage or thyme between the flowers, you can also enjoy the wonderful scent. These balcony flowers like sun and warmth:

Geraniums
Petunias
Cape basket
Hussar button
zinnia
Bougainvillea
oleander
Asters
Loyal to men

Petunias are prone to wind because of their delicate flowers. If there is often a good breeze on the balcony, the calyxes can be damaged. But you also feel very comfortable in a pot together with other balcony plants as a colorful mixed ensemble.

Tips for the shady balcony

The shady balcony has its advantages and disadvantages. One of the advantages is, of course, that the balcony flowers do not burn as quickly and the soil does not dry out as quickly as on a balcony in the south. A disadvantage can be that the plants tend to get wet feet, are often windy and simply do not really want to get going with flowering. But there are also suitable countermeasures for this. These are

Balcony plants for the shade:

Fuchsias
Hard-working Lieschen
Elven mirror
Liver balm
Laurentie
Vanilla flower
Begonias
hydrangea
Slipper flower
fern

Balcony boxes and pots can be planted in a beautiful, colorful mix so that the balcony is also adorned with colorful splendor on the shady side of the house. With fern and ivy, fresh green accents and gap-filling plants can be set. Whether hanging or standing plants can be selected according to your mood. However, it is important not to forget to water on sunny and shady balconies and to add a portion of fertilizer to the water from time to time. Regularly removed flowers ensure a magnificent picture and a constant supply of new buds.