Best Plants for Hanging Pots on Walls & Fences

Trellis Hooks used to hang pots of red geraniums on a trellis

Hanging pots are a simple and effective way to bring colour and interest to walls, fences and other vertical spaces in the garden. They allow you to grow a wide variety of plants while making the most of limited space.

Some plants are particularly well suited to hanging pots because they trail naturally, stay compact, or tolerate the slightly drier conditions that can occur in raised containers.

Here are some reliable choices that work well in many UK gardens.

Petunias

Petunias are one of the most popular plants for hanging displays. They produce masses of flowers throughout the summer and their trailing habit allows them to spill attractively over the sides of pots.

They prefer a sunny position and regular watering, but reward even modest care with long-lasting colour.

Lobelia

Trailing lobelia is ideal for smaller pots and hanging displays. Its delicate flowers create soft cascades of blue, purple or white, which look particularly effective when planted along fences or trellises.

Lobelia enjoys cooler conditions, so it can continue flowering well into late summer.

Nasturtiums

Nasturtiums are easy to grow and perfect for informal cottage-style planting. Their trailing stems quickly soften the edges of pots and fences, while the bright flowers attract pollinators.

Another advantage is that both the leaves and flowers are edible, making them a good choice for kitchen gardens.

Trellis hooks used to hang pots of strawberries on an old ladder

Strawberries

Strawberries work surprisingly well in hanging pots. Growing them vertically keeps the fruit off the ground, which can reduce pest damage and make harvesting easier.

They also look attractive when the plants produce both flowers and fruit during the summer months.

Using Pipe Pot-Ups to create a herb garden on a post, in a very small space

Herbs

Many herbs thrive in smaller containers and can be grown successfully in hanging pots.

Good options include:

• Thyme

• Mint

• Oregano

• Chives

Herb pots placed along a sunny wall or fence create a practical and attractive feature close to the kitchen.

Ivy Geraniums

Ivy geraniums are a classic choice for hanging containers. Their long stems carry clusters of flowers that trail naturally over the edges of pots.

They prefer warm, sunny positions and can continue flowering well into early autumn.

A Simple Way to Add Colour to Vertical Spaces

Choosing plants with trailing growth or compact habits will help create the most attractive displays in hanging pots. Mixing different plant types can also add interest, combining flowers with herbs or edible crops.

Even a few well-placed pots can transform a plain fence or wall into a colourful garden feature, especially when the planting changes through the seasons.

If you are planning a display of hanging pots, it is worth making sure the pots are supported securely. Our plant pot hangers for walls and fences are designed to support standard nursery pots safely while allowing you to arrange displays at different heights.

Happy gardening,Chris.

A few Pot plants add colour to a boring fence.Trellis Hooks on an added rail were used here