Hanging Baskets

More About Hanging Baskets

Choosing the Right Hanging Basket for Your Garden

Start by thinking about where your basket will hang. Sunny spots are ideal for vibrant annuals such as petunias and calibrachoa, while fuchsias and lobelia suit shadier areas. Wall-mounted options add colour at eye level, while more traditional hanging styles are perfect for patios and garden seating areas.

Size matters too - smaller baskets suit entrances and balconies, while larger baskets allow you to combine upright and trailing plants for fuller summer displays. If you enjoy changing your planting through the year, choose empty baskets that you can refill seasonally.

Planting and Caring for Hanging Baskets

Use quality compost and ensure good drainage before planting. Trailing plants work beautifully around the edges, with upright varieties in the centre to create a tiered look. Water well after planting and keep compost moist throughout the summer months. A fortnightly feed will keep flowers coming, and removing faded blooms encourages new growth.

If your garden is exposed to wind, choose sturdy fixings and chains to keep your display secure. Turning the basket occasionally helps ensure even growth and colour.

Creating Beautiful Displays

Hanging baskets offer huge creative freedom. Choose complementary colours, mix textures or go bold with single-variety displays. Group several baskets together for impact or use one standout basket to frame a doorway. With thoughtful planting, you can enjoy a vibrant, tumbling display from spring through to the first frosts.