General recommendations for perennial beds on the balcony
Depending on how small or large the balcony or terrace is to be refreshed with plants, the size and number of perennials must be adapted accordingly.
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Recommendation: On a small balcony you can achieve a beautiful sight with two or three pots next to each other or, alternatively, arranged in steps with pretty perennials. It is best to use pots that either look the same or are at least made of the same material.
In addition, when choosing the perennials for the balcony, you have to take into account the climate on the balcony. Example: A very warm balcony (particularly intense sunlight) should ideally be adorned with robust, sun-hungry plants (e.g. sedum hens, Holy herb, Gypsophila or lavender).
These perennials look great on the balcony
Here is a brief overview of perennials that thrive in pots and do not get too big, so that they are perfect for the balcony and / or terrace:
For sunny balconies
- phlox as a dwarf variety
- Upholstery phlox
- Lavender (exudes a Mediterranean flair)
- Carpet yarrow
- Grayer Cranesbill (extremely blooming, stays green even in winter)
- different types of carnation (such as feather carnation, peony, sea carnation)
- Blue pillows
- Girl's eye (strongly reminiscent of sunflowers, very easy to care for)
For sunny to partially shaded balconies
- Bluebells (e.g. dwarfBellflower, Carpathian bellflower, hanging pillow bellflower)
- Blue gentian
- Pillow aster
For shady balconies
- Elven flower
- Hostas (white borderFunkie, Narrow-leaf funkie)
These perennials don't want to go on the balcony
Not all perennials are suitable for tub culture. Plants that have high demands on water, fertilization and care should only be used for perennial beds in the garden. Examples of such perennials are the delphinium as well as the Peony. Their roots reach deep into the ground, so that a bucket is simply too small. In addition, the delphinium is particularly susceptible in such cramped conditions, from mildew to be infested. Perennials that are particularly sensitive to waterlogging should also not be kept in pots.
Another hint: onions like Daffodils and tulips are also not useful for balconies and patios. These plants do not survive the cold winter in containers.
