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Kalamazoo, MI on Jul 27, 2012

I redid this flower box thats built into the wall of back doorway but having problems?

There was ivy in it but was over growing into path of door so put new flowers in it but none of them seem to be doing good. They only get indirect light mostly. Any suggestions?

7 Comments

KMS Woodworks Nederland, CO

I agree it is a lighting issue....most flowers want at least 4-5 hours of good sun.

on Jul 27, 2012 · Like 0
Ann S Kalamazoo, MI

Thanks for the answers, but I'm still hoping for more ideas.

on Jul 27, 2012 · Like 0
Ann S Kalamazoo, MI

If not flowers something to still plant something in the planter boxes, there 2 of them in this box. My back door way is narrow is don't want something that is gonna hang over. I did think of putting a trellis of sort to the ceiling as an idea!

on Jul 27, 2012 · Like 1
Donna Dixson Buford, GA

Tradscanthia might work(wandering jew) or if you have room or Aspidistra (cast iron plant) some of the Plectranthus may work or Nephthytis

on Jul 27, 2012 · Like 1
Jeanette S Atlanta, GA

Look in the houseplant section at the nursery. There are all colors of plants to use so you do not have to have blooming plants....maroon, chartruse, forest green, apple green to ivory colored to pinkish and yellow leaves. Less bother and all these plants need is a little water and an occasional feeding.

on Jul 28, 2012 · Like 1
Douglas Hunt New Smyrna Beach, FL

I think Sansevieria's low light and water requirements would make it a good choice for that spot.

on Jul 28, 2012 · Like 1
Ann S Kalamazoo, MI

Thanks everyone, now I get to go shopping again! Yes!

on Jul 28, 2012 · Like 0