Here’s How to Make a Stunning Balcony Garden

In case you do not have the luxury of enough open and empty space in your apartment but want to have a garden of your own, you can simply use the balcony space to make a lavish and beautiful garden. Almost every apartment, small or big, invariably has a balcony and you can always make this space your own cozy corner where you can relax and enjoy some fresh air, by adding a few interestingly done planters in strategic placements and making a little garden there. However, in order to create a balcony garden, it is very important to plan thoroughly to get the desired look and feel out of your garden.

Listed below are some of the essential tips to be taken into consideration when it comes to creating a striking garden in the balcony:

• One of the most essential components for a balcony garden would be the rail hanging planters which can be easily hung from the balcony railing to save space. The second essential component would be the plants that will be potted in these, as most of these plants will actually be on the outer side of the house and directly bear all the heat, rain and sun. Therefore, before buying a plant you must confirm with the local shop whether the will be able to bear the weather conditions in your area. Moreover, you will have to assess how much shade and sunlight your balcony gets and whether the area is exposed to high winds and accordingly decide on the species of plant.

• When buying planters, you must also focus on the materials that have been used in manufacturing them, because in highly permeable material, the water quickly drains off, leaving the soil dry. Also, when selecting the planters, especially, those like the rail hanging planters, you must try to be a bit creative with the colors and patterns as these will hang on the outside and thus have an impact on the curb appeal of your apartment.

• You should pay attention to the type of soil that you are using for your plants. Select the soil type which will help the plant to grow. Certain plant species are there that necessitate different kind of soil, thus, if you want to grow something unique in your balcony garden you must always try to get the specifications of the soil from a horticulture specialist prior to planting the plant.

• It is also important to consider whether you want to plant annuals or perennials. It is better to have a combination of both as this way you can relish both types of plants around the year. Perennials that are most appropriate and local in your climate are the first ones you should select. On the other hand, you can select annuals as per the season. In order to have a blossoming flower garden in the balcony throughout the year, choose plants that bloom at various times of the year. You can plant annuals for each season and chuck them out once their blossoming period ends.

Also, along with doing your bit to ensure that the plants in your balcony garden thrive and bloom, you can also try to invest in some quirky balcony furniture where you can sit amidst and enjoy some free time with your ‘green friends’.

Therefore, by following these simple tips and making use of carefully selected sturdy as well as aesthetically pleasing planters you can beautify the balcony with a contemporary garden design.