Plants with tiny orfragrant flowersalso benefit from a lofty perch because it maximizes their proximity to our senses.
Some hanging basket flowers even attract butterflies orhummingbirds, giving you a close-up view of wildlife.
Here are 32 flowers that grow beautifully in hanging baskets.
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For many flowering plants, a weekly feeding with half-strength liquid fertilizer keeps them blooming their best.
A good variety for hanging baskets is ‘Angelface Cascade Blue’.
With its cushion-like growth cascading down, it is especially pretty in hanging baskets.
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Its flowers attract hummingbirds.
A little fuss will prolong the beauty of fuchsias in hanging baskets.
The plants respond well to daily misting,regular fertilizing, and diligent deadheading.
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In their native South America, they are perennials but usually grown as annuals elsewhere.
Heliotrope grows best in climates with warm days and cool nights.
Overly hot or humid weather is not suitable.
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However, thevibrant flower clusters of lantanaprovide reliable tropical color for a long growing season,attracting butterfliesand hummingbirds.
Choose a compact weeping variety for your hanging baskets, such as ‘Patriot Popcorn’ or ‘Patriot Rainbow.’
Million Bells
This cousin of the petunia will not tucker out when the temperatures rise.
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Million bells produce little or no seed and dont requiredeadheading to stay in bloom.
All they need is moist soil and a full day of sun to keep your hanging baskets vibrant.
The blooms are similar to those of common impatiens but larger.
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Its greenish-gray, needle-like leaves are, in fact, as soft as a feather.
Joyful flame-like flowers dot the plant all season when grown in a sunny spot.
The leaves andflowers are edible, with a peppery tang.
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Compact and dwarf cultivars are the best for hanging baskets.
Trailing cultivars such as Canary Creeper are also popular.
Pansy
For early and late-season containers, pansies are a dependable choice.
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The bold texture, bright colors, and trailing habit of pelargoniums make them ideal for hanging baskets.
Deadheading is necessary to keep the plants blooming until frost.
Petunia
Petunias have always been a classic favorite for hanging baskets.
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When the plant sits in the shade, its flowers close up.
It thrives in full sunlight but puts up with some shade.
These flowers have a strong honey scent that attractsbeesand butterflies.
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It is heat tolerant and straightforward to care for.
In warm climates, torenia needs protection from the heat.
Snapdragons also come in climbing vine varieties, which are well-suited for hanging baskets.
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It attracts bees, butterflies, and birds.
Morning glory is toxic to pets.
It’s a common spiller plant, making it a good candidate for hanging baskets.
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It needs full sun and moist, but well-drained soil to thrive.
When grown in containers, such as a hanging basket, bacopa will require consistent watering.
Do not allow the soil to completely dry out.
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Euphorbia
Euphorbia is another great option to plant in a hanging basket.
It’s an excellent choice for beginners as it is fairly low maintenance and easy to grow.
It needs full sun and sandy, well-drained soil to thrive.
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African daisies are perennials and have peak bloom times of late spring to early summer.
African daisies will stop blooming during hot spells, so you should plant these with other plants.
It loves sandy, loamy soil as well.
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If you love butterflies, this flower will attract them to your garden or porch.
Plectranthus ‘Mona Lavendar’
‘Mona Lavender’ is a beautiful hybrid variety ofPlectranthus.
It loves rich, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light.
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Spiderwort
Spiderwort is a wildflower that is fast-growing with sprawling leaves.
It can tolerate some shade but it will do best when planted in spots with plenty of sun.
It needs well-drained soil.
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It reaches lengths of up to 6 feet.
Plant in rich, well-draining soil and in a spot that gets a lot of sun.
see to it to fertilize this vining flower frequently.
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The best time to plant flowers in hanging baskets will be dependent on the season and flower in question.
For spring, you’ve got the option to plant between March and June.
Watering may be required every day in warm weather.
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ensure to water the soil, not the flowers or leaves.
Choose a variety of plants to create visual interest.
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