7 Best Flowers for Hanging Baskets

Have a favorite garden flower that always seems to have its head in the ground, especially after heavy rain? This flower could be the perfect candidate for a hanging basket.

Many flowers suitable for hanging baskets are hanging, top-heavy, or creeping - characteristics that can be challenging in a garden, but perfect for decorative display in a container at eye level or higher.

Small or fragrant flowering plants also benefit from an elevated position because it maximizes their proximity to our senses. Some hanging flowers even attract butterflies or hummingbirds, providing an up-close view of the antics of wildlife on your porch, deck, or patio.

1. Begonia (Begonia boliviensis)

For those who don't have the right climate to grow fussy fuchsia, begonia can double as a double plant. Semi-hardy Begonia boliviensis has the same hanging, tubular flowers as fuchsia, but can withstand the heat and humidity of southern summers.

Other tuberous begonias that look great in hanging baskets include the Nonstop Mocca series, which are fully folded and resemble roses.

2. Fuchsia

Gardeners who live in areas with cold and humid summers cannot miss the opportunity to grow this amazing shade-loving perennial. Although the plants tend to wilt in summer, you can look for one of the more heat-tolerant varieties, such as 'Astoria', 'Jupiter', or 'Surprise'.

A little shaking will prolong the beauty of fuchsias in hanging baskets. Plants respond well to daily misting, regular fertilization, and diligent drying.

3. Lantana (Lantana camera)

In frost-free areas, the common lantana can grow into something of a brute, turning into a wild woody shrub that cuts through fences and overcomes flower beds. However, lantana's vibrant flower clusters provide reliable tropical color for a long growing season, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

Choose a small variety of mussels for your hanging baskets, such as 'Popcorn Patriota' or 'Rainbow Patriot'. If lantana is overly vigorous in your area, choose a sterile variety (such as 'Gold Mound' or 'Patriot') that will not produce seedless fruit.

4. Lobelia (Lobelia erinus)

It is best to think of Lobelia erinus as a seasonal plant for early spring as it grows well in moderate temperatures. Your hanging basket will be covered in a mass of electric blue flowers with contrasting white throats that attract butterflies.

In late June, don't waste time trying to pamper the plants; replace them with millions of bells, lantana, or another heat-loving plant.

5. Petunia (Petunia x hybrida)

Petunias have always been a classic favorite for hanging baskets, but some gardeners are challenged by the blight of petals in humid, humid weather.

Try the milliflora variety, which blooms continuously without pinching, or the multiflora, which works in hot, humid summers. Petunias are most fragrant at night, so add a white variety to a moon garden for added appeal.

6. Sweet Alyssum (Sea lobster)

Sitting near a sweet hanging basket of alyssum is like being in the presence of a fragrant cloud. These flowers have a strong honey scent that attracts butterflies and bees.

Sweet Ayssum's alluring habit can get tousled as the season progresses, so don't be afraid to revitalize it with a summer haircut.

7. Million bells (Calibrachoa; hybrid)

This cousin of the petunia will not shrink when the temperature rises. Millions of snowdrops produce little or no seed and do not need to rot to flower. All they need is moist soil and a full day of sunshine to keep the hanging baskets vibrant.

We hope you enjoy this video about the top 9 most beautiful flowers for hanging baskets:

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