Provided there is enough indirect sunlight, these little gems will add colour and comfort to an otherwise dull spot. Why stop there though… if the pot is large enough, why not add more than one!
Here’s our top 5 shade plants for hanging baskets and pots in a shaded but well-lit spot (in no particular order):
1. Hoya carnosa – Wax Plant
Hoya carnosa has deep green fleshy leaves with distinct clusters of pink, fragrant, star-shaped flowers in Spring and Summer. These have a somewhat waxy appearance and could be mistaken for being artificial. Variegated forms are available.
Find out more2. Chlorophytum comosum – Spider Plant
The Spider Plant has an abundance of grass-like leaves that produce small plantlets on the end of long arching stems. Variegated forms add colour to a space and are very easily grown but be warned… these plants are suitable for hanging baskets and pots only. In the garden they have a tendency to escape and become weeds.
Find out more3. Fuchsia sp.
A Fuchsia in flower will actually stop you in your tracks. These plants produce spectacular, beautifully coloured pendulous flowers throughout Summer and Autumn. There are various hybrids available which display single, semi-double and double flowers in a range of colours. Requires well drained soil rich with organic matter.
4. Acalypha reptans – Chenille Plant
Acalypha reptans is a striking plant that produces long, bright crimson tassel-like flowers in Summer and Autumn. It grows 30cm high by 50cm wide making it the perfect hanging basket specimen.
Find out more5. Nematanthus glabra – Goldfish Plant
Nematanthus glabra is a trailing perennial plant with dark green, shiny, oval leaves. The attractive, bright orange flowers which resemble small goldfish are produced all year round. A must for hanging baskets and pots.
Find out moreFor even more inspiration when planting in shade, be sure to also check out our top 10 plants for under trees.
