A planter on your balcony is a great way to add greenery to your balcony or patio! There are countless options to choose from. We're happy to help you explore the different types, colors, and sizes of balcony planters. Or get inspired by the types of plants and flowers suitable for planting in such a planter. How about your own herb garden on your balcony!
Planter or flower box for your balcony railing? Choose your balcony box with plants
Types and colors of balcony planters
There are various types of balcony planters available. These include those that can be placed on the ground or hung on the balcony wall. The most popular option is the hanging planter with plants or flowers that can be attached to the balcony railing. You'll often see them in the streets! Balcony planters are available in various colors and materials. Think wooden planters, wicker baskets, and even metal planters. The most common planter is the plastic planter with a metal railing, available in green, black, or brown. There are also planters for balconies with a wide railing. Standard sizes are 60 cm or 80 cm, but you can also find them in lengths of 100 cm. Consider the dimensions carefully to determine which planter best suits your balcony.
Which plants or flowers for your balcony box?
A frequently asked question is which plants or flowers are suitable for your balcony box. The choice is enormous! Below, we list some common balcony box plants that are used in the planter!
- 1. Balcony box with herbs such as mint, parsley and basil.
- 2. Balcony box with Campanula.
- 3. Geraniums
- 4. Begonias
- 5. Lavender
- 6. Marigolds
- 7. Geraniums
Want to buy a balcony box filled with plants?
You can buy a balcony planter for your railing in many places. Stores that always have them in stock include Ikea, Intratuin, Praxis, and Gamma. Action balcony planters are also widely used. There are also several well-known brands, the most well-known of which is the ELHO balcony planter. Prefer convenience? Prepare to be surprised! Order a ready-made balcony planter with plants online.
Flower box balcony with evergreen plants
An example of a filled balcony box is our version with the Campanula Lavender. With these plants, you'll have a striking feature on your balcony all year round. The Campanula is a colorful plant that blooms endlessly and is incredibly easy to care for. The flowers are bell-shaped, hence the name Campanula or bellflower in Dutch. What's special about this perennial is that it blooms several times a year, and for a considerable period of time: about 4 to 6 weeks. Campanula blooms three times a year. And even when not in bloom, the plant remains beautifully green. This ELHO balcony box is made with recycled plastic, powered by its own wind, and is 100% recyclable. The complete balcony box also features convenient drainage in the bottom.