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- Plant South Balcony: A plant selection for sunny balconies
- The best plants for the south balcony
- Herbs for the south balcony
- Maintain plants on the south balcony properly
- Create shade, of course
Petunias thrive in the blazing sun
Plant South Balcony: A plant selection for sunny balconies
Many plants tolerate bright midday sun rather badly. Nevertheless, there are also a number of flowering and greening plants for the south-facing balcony that love sunny locations. Below you will find tips and suggestions for plant selection for the south balcony and ideas on how to naturally create shade.
The best plants for the south balcony
Above all, Mediterranean plants are in their element on the south balcony. Oleander, bougainvillea, citrus and hibiscus thrive here magnificently. Among the less exotic, sun-loving balcony plants include u.a. Geraniums and petunias.
Herbs for the south balcony
Not only sun-hungry ornamental plants thrive on the south balcony, some herbs also appreciate a lot of sun. Among them, of course, first and foremost those from the Mediterranean, such as:
Maintain plants on the south balcony properly
In order for the plants to thrive on the south balcony, they must be properly maintained:
Create shade, of course
To grow a larger selection of plants on your balcony, create some shade with climbing plants! Thanks to the light tendrils you still have enough light for yourself and your plants, but at the same time they provide a visual protection. Plant annual or perennial sun-loving climbing plants, such as
No matter which creeper you choose, give her a sturdy climbing aid, which you can stretch especially on the upper side on the main sun side (south), so as to soften the midday sun.