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<img src="https://garden-basics.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/How-to-Choose-Hanging-Basket-Plants-Infographic.png" alt="How to Choose Hanging Basket Plants Infographic” /><br /><a title=”Infographic by Homestead Gardens” href=”https://garden-basics.com/how-to-choose-hanging-basket-plants-infographic/”>Infographic by Homestead Gardens</a>4 Things to Consider
1. Sunlight
Choose sun-loving plants for baskets being hung in the sun, and vice versa.
2. Plant Combos
Choose plants that complement each other in appearance.
3. Plant Needs
Choose plants with similar watering, sunlight, and fertilizer needs.
4. Plant Growth
Consider the plants’ heights and spread: be careful not to overcrowd your basket.
Quick Tip
Certain flowers are perfect for attracting hummingbirds and bees when planted in a hanging basket.
3 Key Types of Plants for a Hanging Basket Arrangement
Thriller
A plant that adds height and acts as the centerpiece.
Filler
Plants that fill in the space around the thriller plant.
Spiller
Plants that cascade over the edge of the basket.
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