The Best Plants For Hanging Baskets in the UK | Expert Recommendations

Fuschia’s always look incredible when they’re kept in hanging baskets – their colorful flowers drape down and bring a lovely touch of colour to any kind of hanging basket. I particularly like the varieties Sunray, Lady Thumb and Doctor Foster because they’re hardy and can tolerate some of the harsher temperatures many parts of the UK often gets. This set of three fuschias are a great choice because the colours work really well together, with tones of vibrant red, deep purples, pinks and whites.

Lobelia is an ideal plant for hanging baskets and summer jars. It appears in a variety of colours and in does well in the sun. Additionally, it doesn’t require deadhead.

Hardy pansies are one of the best plants for winter hanging baskets, but violas are a must-have alternative if you want a more delicate look. And, while their flowers aren’t as large, they produce far more blooms per plant than pansies. There are many lovely color combinations to choose from, such as ‘Johnny Jump-Up(opens in new tab)’, which is a pleasing blend of bright purple, yellow, and white. In hot-hued planting schemes, jewel-like amber tones look fantastic, or go for a classic look with pretty white blooms. They are ideal for spring and autumn displays because they do not require warmer temperatures to thrive. Remove spent flowers to promote new blooms and keep well-watered.

Roses are perhaps the most popular plants for hanging baskets because of their beautiful flowers and long blooming periods. They’re also easy to care for, requiring very little water or fertilization. Roses make great additions to any garden, and they can be used in a variety of arrangements, from single roses to larger bouquet.

Geraniums are another popular choice for hanging baskets because of their vibrant colors and long flowering periods. They’re also relatively easy to care for, requiring only occasional water and fertilizer. Geraniums can be used in a variety of arrangements, from single plants to larger bouquets.

Sage is a wonderful plant for attracting pollinators to a garden, encouraging bees and butterflies to flock to your home and spend time next to your hanging basket – so I would definitely recommend placing it next to a window or your front door. The herb is excellent for cooking and it adds a beautiful aroma when used in diffusers in oil form, making it an all-around great choice for growing in hanging baskets.

Perfect for brightening up any space, the fuchsia trailing ‘Riccartonii’ is a must-have for anyone who loves flowers. With its beautiful purple blooms and dangling leaves, this plant is sure to make a statement in any garden.

A popular plant for hanging baskets and containers, the petunia trailing ‘Tidal Wave’ is a must-have for any gardener. With its beautiful pink blooms and cascading leaves, this plant is sure to make a statement in any garden.

A beautiful plant with apricot-colored blooms, the begonia trailing ‘Apricot Shades’ is perfect for hanging baskets and containers. With its pretty flowers and lush leaves, this plant is sure to make a statement in any garden.

A must-have for any gardener, the lobelia trailing ‘Blue Cascade’ is a beautiful plant with stunning blue flowers. Perfect for hanging baskets and containers, this plant will add a splash of color to any space.

If you’re looking for a strawberry plant that is perfect for a hanging basket, the ‘Alpine Strawberry’ is a great option. This variety of strawberries is incredibly versatile and can be grown in a number of different ways – making it ideal for those with limited space. The ‘Alpine Strawberry’ is a small, compact plant that produces delicious, sweet fruits. The plants are also very easy to care for and will thrive in most conditions.

Creeping Jenny is perfect for a hanging basket! It has a trailing habit and produces small, bright green leaves. The flowers are yellow and appear in summer. This plant is easy to care for and is tolerant of most conditions. Keep the soil moist but not wet, and fertilize regularly. This plant is also known as Lysimachia nummularia. It is a member of the Primulaceae family.

If you want a plant that really hangs, and can turn into a floating green masterpiece then I recommend having some Ivy around. As well as being fantastic for hanging baskets, Ivy is also notoriously easy to look after and durable in many different conditions, so you can grow it inside and outside, and in most places in the UK.