Best Flowering Plants for Hanging Baskets

Hanging baskets add color at eye level and above, but not every flowering plant is built for life in a suspended container. These varieties are top performers for baskets.

Portulaca

Portulaca's trailing, succulent stems spill beautifully over the edges of a basket and hold up well to heat and inconsistent watering.

Bougainvillea

Trained on a small trellis or left to cascade, bougainvillea brings bold, long-lasting color to large hanging baskets.

Mandevilla

Mandevilla's vining habit and glossy blooms make it a striking choice for baskets placed where it can trail and climb.

Lantana

Trailing lantana varieties spread and drape nicely from a basket while blooming reliably through the hottest months.

Ready to fill your porch or patio with color? Browse our portulaca and trailing plants for your hanging baskets.

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