How to Choose the Perfect Hanging Basket for Your Space
Looking for a way to add charm, color, and greenery to your space but not sure how to pick the best options? Read the five steps below on how to choose the perfect hanging basket for your space.
1.) Consider the Size of Your Space
The first step in choosing the right hanging basket is determining how much space you have to work with. Whether you have a spacious porch or garden, you should opt for a larger basket, with fuller arrangements. For smaller spaces, such as a balcony or a cozy patio, a smaller hanging basket with compact plants may work best for that area.
Large Spaces: 14” and 16” Hanging Baskets
Small Spaces: 12” & 13” Hanging Baskets
2.) Choose the Right Color Theme
Choosing the colors of your hanging basket should complement your existing outdoor decor and reflect your own personal style. Consider the following when selecting plants:
Bright and Bold: If you are looking for a vibrant, happy and eye-catching look, go for the plants in shades of red, orange, or yellow.
Soft and Elegant: If you want a more subtle and calming feel, choose pastels like lavender, white, or soft pinks, purple, greens.
Complementary Colors: If you are wanting to create a more visual interest, consider mixing contrasting colors such as purple and yellow.
3.) Select the Correct Plant Types for Your Space
After selecting your ideal color palette, it is time to choose the plants that will thrive in your environment. Different plants have different light and care needs, so it is important to choose the correct ones. Don’t let this scare you, there are many plants that will work for whatever space you have. Here at Angelic Gardens, we will work alongside you to guide you through the selection process.
For Full Sun Areas: If your area is in a location like a front porch that will receive sunlight all day long you should look for plants like petunias, calibrachoa, and geraniums which will thrive in sunny conditions.
For Partial Sun/Shade Areas: If you have an area that is split between shade and sun throughout the day consider impatiens, begonia, and fuchsias which do well in afternoon shaded spaces.
For Low Maintenance: If you are looking for low maintenance plants consider succulents, ivy, or other trailing vines.
4.) Consider Maintenance and Watering Needs
While hanging baskets offer beauty all spring and summer, they also require lots of maintenance. Hanging baskets need regular watering, especially during hot summer months. If you have a busy schedule, choose plants that require less water than others, like succulents. You can also use a self-watering hanging basket system to make care easier.
Other needed maintenance is clipping. Clipping allows the plants to become fuller and look their best. It is also important to dead head, which means clipping the dead blooms off, so you can ensure your basket is looking full and colorful at all times.
5.) Think About Seasonal Interest
To keep your hanging basket looking fresh year-round, consider choosing plants that bloom differently in different seasons.
Spring & Summer: If you are looking for the best plants for the spring and summer, consider planting petunias, and fuchsias which offer vibrant color throughout the warmer months.
If you want year-round plants, look into mixing perennials with annuals to ensure that your basket stays visually appealing in every season.
Selecting the perfect hanging basket involves considering your space, color preferences, plant types, and maintenace needs. By carefully selecting the right combination, you can create a beautiful and thriving display that adds the perfect touch of spring and summer.
Thanks for following along, here at Angelic Gardens we offer a variety of customizable hanging baskets to match your unique style. Use our contact page to reach out and ask us any questions!