You don’t need a significant plot of land—or even a quarter acre—to have a stunning garden. There’s plenty you can do with just a few square feet of outdoor space if you have the right products or DIY skills.
Miniature Rose Garden
You don’t need a full backyard to have a rose garden. Beginners can purchase container roses to jump-start the process and then add on as they gain confidence. Choose a couple of different varieties based on the amount of light that your balcony receives each day. Generally speaking, roses do best when they get plenty of sun and are planted in well-drained soil.
Hanging Planters
If square footage is an issue, consider using hanging planters to take advantage of your balcony’s vertical space. These are excellent accessories for teeny-tiny balconies because they don’t take up valuable real estate needed for a grill or patio furniture. This crocheted plant hanger from Etsy is fashionably retro and comes with a small terra-cotta pot
Colorful Metal Containers
Add a pop of color to your balcony with a set of brightly hued metal planters. Detachable hooks make it easy to hang the containers over the edge of a narrow railing, so they’re perfect for the typical balcony. These planters are available in a range of bright or pastel shades as well as white, and they’re made from durable metal to stand up to the elements
Micro-Park
Is a tiny yard and garden on your balcony possible? When creating a balcony garden design you can have both! Using AstroTurf on your balcony floor, you are able to create a yard in the city or on your apartment balcony. Colorful, yet edible kale is showcased in wooden crates. Hanging garden boxes provide additional growing space on the balcony railing in this design. With the predominantly green landscape, the pop of fuchsia color from the flower is a nice addition. Even the tiny herbs have a home in the small terra cotta pots lining the side of this balcony!
Modern Comfort
Modern meets comfort in this beautiful balcony garden decor. Elements of home design have been carried through to this balcony. When combining home design with the outdoors, it’s important to bring home décor to the space. With the pillow, blanket, and serving tray this balcony garden has done just that! Aside from the wicker chair, this space doesn’t feature typical outdoor furniture. A stool is used as a plant display and a rope covered ottoman keeps the home décor feel alive. Keeping with the theme, the rug breaks up the modern gray on this balcony adding yet another visual element of comfort.
Rustic Metal Planters
Metal planters lend a cool, industrial look to any outdoor living space. This set of three, crafted from galvanized metal, varies in size, and each planter sits on a stand, which makes gardening easier on your back. The largest pot is 10.2 inches tall (25 inches high with the stand). The smallest measures 8 inches tall (19 inches high with the stand). The trio of planters can be clustered together or placed around your balcony, depending on the available space and your preferences
Charming Terra Cotta
Bring a farmhouse aesthetic to a city balcony with the standout Gracie Oaks hanging planter. Two terra-cotta pots (5.5 inches in diameter) are cradled in a metal frame topped by a whimsical bird. The frame comes with a 23-inch chain, and the pots have predrilled holes for optimal drainage. This hanging planter is recommended for indoor use, so make sure it’s placed in a covered area, protected from the elements.
A Trio of Planters
Rather than opting for one large planter, consider getting a trifecta of containers that can be easily moved and rearranged as needed. This is a great choice for beginner gardeners who might need some trial and error before figuring out the ideal placement for their herbs, flowers, or other botanicals. Terra-cotta planters are perfectly on trend and will also look great indoors during the cooler months.
Freestanding Container
The Raised Nest Planter from West Elm can be used indoors or out and features a self-watering system. The recyclable polyethylene planter is resistant to chipping, fading, and mildew, and it rests on sturdy steel legs. It’s also double walled, which helps regulate temperatures. At 36 by 18 by 36 inches, this is a great pick for slightly larger balconies. Choose from three colors: Slate, Alpine White, and Weathered Terracotta.
Railing Planters
Those with extra-small balconies may believe that they don’t have enough space to garden, but this slim-profile three-tier box planter is the solution that proves them wrong. Perfect for ornamental flowers or a miniature herb garden, this planter is made from weather-resistant cedar and can be purchased stained or unfinished. Installation is a breeze because the planter simply rests on the edge of a balcony’s railing.
Floral Oasis
For larger balconies or patios, why not go all out with flowers and greenery to transform your urban oasis into a pint-size English countryside? Create a floral border with an array of planters, and feel free to mix and match for a natural, wild look. This effect can be built up over time by adding new plants and containers every year.
source: bobvila, homebnc
